Former refugees eagerly look forward to connecting with their neighbors, attending English classes in person and experiencing the “real U.S.”

During the harvest season, refugee farmers have partnered with the Food Innovation Network to deliver locally grown organic produce with elders facing food insecurity.

Thank you to the generous community members and groups who donated school supplies this summer and fall!

The IRC's New Roots program has been helping newcomers access land and grow healthy food for their families for years. Now we're helping gardeners bring their produce to the wider community. IRC gardener Krishna, once a farmer in Bhutan, shares about his experiences as a first-time seller at the new Tukwila Farmer's Market.

Community Sponsorship Program at IRC New Jersey