MAKE is a consortium of food-based social enterprises of the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in San Diego and housed within its Food and Farming Program.

Moving to a new country can be an overwhelming and isolating experience for anyone. Refugees, who are forced to flee their homes due to conflict, violence and persecution, face particularly acute cultural, emotional and financial challenges during the resettlement process. IRC's H.O.M.E. Program pairs volunteer groups with refugee families to help ease their transition into life in the U.S. through mentorship and financial and material support.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for the GenR: Bay Area Force For Change Event! 

For the third year in a row the Back to School Bash has been organized to provide IRC clients with free backpacks and school supplies.

The IRC is currently recruiting volunteers to mentor both individuals and families

The RISE Together Swim Program has concluded its first year with a very successful series of summer lessons.

In seeking new training to update skills from his home country, IRC client Daniel is well on his way to a promising new career and self sufficiency in New Jersey.

Elizabeth's Economic Empowerment team builds a relationship with the Cheesecake Factory network in New Jersey to open new job opportunities for IRC clients.

Meet Sharefa Daw, Resettlement Caseworker at the IRC in Dallas.

Frishta Nasari reflects on her experiences as a newly-arrived refugee and a Dallas Mayor's Intern at the IRC