Georgetown students fundraise for IRC

In December, Students of Georgetown, Inc., or 'The Corp,' hosted their annual philanthropic gala at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington D.C., naming the International Rescue Committee in Silver Spring as this year’s beneficiary.

Amplifying the importance of refugee resettlement and integration in the DMV region, the IRC in Silver Spring thanks The Corp for creating a space for collaboration that can create lasting impact to foster hope and opportunities for newcomers to Maryland.

IRC staff Michalina Kulesza (left) with The Corp’s CEO Matt Shin (center) and Philanthropy Chair Andy Feng (right)
Photo Credit: The Corp

The Corp’s support of the IRC’s mission to empower newcomers in the DMV area does not stop at the Gala. The Corp also collected direct donations and implemented an innovative round-up campaign, which encouraged customers across its campus shops to round up their purchases. As a result, the Corp fundraised over $7,000 in donations, with ongoing campaigns set to extend this impact into the Spring. 

These initiatives are a testament to the generosity and passion of Georgetown students and their commitment to mobilizing around a good cause. 

As The Corp’s CEO, Matt Shin, noted: 

"Supporting refugees is an issue that so many Georgetown students are passionate about, and having the IRC provide an avenue to channel that support has been an incredible experience."

Thanks to The Corp, these funds will directly support services that benefit over 2,000 refugees and newcomers in the DMV area to build stable and fulfilling lives. 

From providing housing assistance to facilitating job placements and access to education, these funds empower individuals to find their footing and flourish in their new home. 

Special thanks to Matt Shin, The Corp’s CEO, and Andy Feng, The Corp’s Chair of Philanthropy, for the wonderful event and for showcasing and supporting the IRC in Silver Spring.