The Welcome to America project is a nonprofit in Phoenix that brings donated goods to refugees’ homes and helps them start their new lives. 

When looking for service opportunities, Kerry Porter discovered that she could use her few spare hours during the week to teach English at a local refugee center.

When Chantal and her family were relocated from Africa to the United States, they felt a culture shock. What made the most difference for Chantal was having adults who were willing to be mentors for her.