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Refugee Resettlement Ministry

What is a Refugee?

A refugee is an individual who has a well-founded fear of persecution due to race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group, or political opinion, who has fled their country of origin and cannot safely return. In the context of the United States, all refugees arriving here have been vetted and approved prior to arrival in the country. These individuals and families are legal immigrants.

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Partnering with Jewish Social Services of Madison

JSS-Madison is the only agency in Madison and South Central Wisconsin licensed and permitted to receive and service the needs of arriving Refugees.  Our ministry is in support of their mission.

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Resettlement Volunteering

Donate Household Supplies & Furniture

Volunteer Opportunities

Housing Set-Up

1-2 Weeks Before Arrival

  • Help Secure Housing
  • Light Cleaning
  • Assist with move-in and set-up

Organize & Collect Donations

Now Until Arrival

  • Collecting and Organizing Apartment Furnishings
  • Assist in organizing delivery or pick-up of large items
  • Transfer donations to storage unit

Welcome Family

Day of Arrival

  • Greet Family at the Airport
  • Provide Transportation to New Home
  • Provide Orientation of Apartment
  • Provide Culturally Appropriate Ready-to-Eat Meal

Provide Transportation

Up to 3 Months Post-Arrival or until other transportation has been secured

  • Provide Transportation to Required Meetings
  • Assistance in navigating public transportation

Provide Mentoring

Up to 1 Year Post Arrival

  • Assist with learning/improving English or help

    enroll in classes

  • Assist with enrolling children in school

  • Assist in development of job skills and job

    search

  • Mentoring in life skills such as banking, bill

    paying, etc.

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