Refugee Education Center Partners

 

Our Partners: Empowering Refugee Families Together

At the Refugee Education Center, we believe in the power of collaboration to uplift and support refugee children and families as they navigate the challenges of resettlement. Our work would not be possible without the incredible commitment of our valued partners, who provide essential resources, expertise, and support to help newcomers thrive in West Michigan. Together, we create a community of hope, opportunity, and belonging for refugee families.

Philanthropic Partners

Our philanthropic partners are the heart of our mission, giving generously of their time, talent, and treasure to support the children and families we serve. Their contributions empower us to continue offering high-quality programs that provide educational support, economic stability, health resources, and cultural enrichment for refugee families. Through their generosity, our partners are helping build a brighter future for West Michigan’s refugee community.

Whether it's through corporate sponsorships or grants, government or private foundation grants, individual donations, or volunteer service, our philanthropic partners are instrumental in helping us achieve our mission. Some of the ways they contribute include:

  • Financial Support: Sustaining our programs and allowing us to expand services to meet growing community needs.

  • In-Kind Donations: Providing resources like school supplies, educational materials, and household essentials to families in need.

  • Volunteerism: Offering their time to mentor students, assist with programming, and advocate for refugees in the community.

These partnerships ensure that our refugee families receive the full spectrum of support needed to thrive, and we are deeply grateful for their ongoing commitment.

Program Partners

Our program partners play a vital role in helping us serve refugee children and families by providing specialized services and additional resources to meet their diverse and complex needs. These partners work alongside us to ensure that every child and family we support receives the tools, guidance, and care necessary to build a successful future. From education and health services to employment and cultural orientation, our program partners are essential to our holistic approach to resettlement.

Some of our key program partners include:

  • Local Resettlement Agencies: Helping us ensure a smooth transition for newly arrived refugee families.

  • School Districts and Educational Institutions: Collaborating to provide students with the academic support they need to succeed.

  • Healthcare Providers: Offering access to critical health services and mental health support for refugee families.

  • Employment and Career Services: Assisting refugees in securing jobs and advancing their careers through training and mentorship.

Together, we create a network of care that surrounds refugee families with the support they need to succeed and integrate fully into our community.

Below is a listing of some of our program partners:

  • Samaritas

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools

  • Kentwood Public Schools

  • Wyoming Public Schools

  • Kent County Health Department

  • Ottawa Area ISD

  • The Global Institute of Lansing

  • Bhutanese Community of Michigan

  • Kent Social Services Network

  • Bethany Christian Services

  • Treetops Collective

  • Kent ISD

  • West Michigan Asian American Association

  • Spectrum Health & GRCC - Culinary Medicine

  • West Michigan Works! - Refugee & Immigrant Services

  • Billy Bear Foundation

  • Trout Unlimited - Great Lakes

  • Loop Coding Center

  • Freedom Flight

Join Us in Making a Difference

We invite you to partner with us in this life-changing work. Whether you’re an organization looking to collaborate or an individual passionate about making a difference, your involvement can help create lasting change for refugee children and families in West Michigan.

Learn more about how you can get involved and become a partner by contacting [email address] or visiting [link to involvement page].

Together, we are building a more inclusive, compassionate, and vibrant community for all.