International Rescue Committee, Denver

A nonprofit organization

$47,863 raised by 192 donors

60% complete

$80,000 Goal

The IRC in Denver extends a lifeline of safety and hope to individuals uprooted by chaos, disaster, and violence. It embodies the promise of new beginnings for refugees and immigrants seeking peace and the chance to rebuild their lives in Colorado. By supporting the IRC in Denver, you join a mission driven by compassion and resilience.

Your donation empowers us to provide unwavering support, including immediate needs like housing and healthcare and vital services such as mental health assistance, immigration case management, legal assistance, and more. With your support, we can profoundly change the lives of those seeking refuge in Colorado, illuminating their path to a brighter future.

 Last year, thanks to your contributions, the IRC in Denver made a profound impact in the community, for example:

  •  We assisted 2,289 clients with immigration, housing, food security, workforce development, wellness, and more.
  • We welcomed 551 newly arrived individuals - over 400 of them women and children.
  • We supported 462 youth with school enrollment and provided additional assistance for summer camps, field trips, extracurricular programming, and tutoring.



Mission

The mission of the IRC is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are devastated by conflict and disaster, including the climate crisis, to survive, recover and gain control of their future.

Background Statement

Established in 1933 at the behest of Albert Einstein to aid people escaping Nazi-occupied Europe, the IRC has grown into a leading nonsectarian organization. It is renowned for its comprehensive relief, protection, and resettlement services dedicated to refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict.

In an era marked by an unprecedented global refugee crisis, the IRC stands at the forefront of responding to the most severe humanitarian emergencies. Operating in over 40 countries and 29 cities across the United States, IRC's initiatives strive to positively impact the following areas: economic wellbeing, education, empowerment, health and safety.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

International Rescue Committee, Denver

other names

IRC in Denver

Year Established

1933

Category

Human Services

Organization Size

Large Organization

Address

1873 S. Bellaire St. Suite 500
Denver, CO 80222

Headquarters

122 East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10168

Service areas

Denver County, CO, US

Phone

7203286655

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