Immigrant and refugee support in the Washington, D.C. metro area

The mission of the Immigrant and Refugee Outreach Center (IROC) is to harness the power of community to welcome our immigrant and refugee neighbors by delivering support, education, and outreach.

We strive to provide the tools required to build a strong foundation for a prosperous future in the United States.

Serving families in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.

Are you a newcomer in the Washington, D.C. area who needs help?

Fill out our form to request assistance.

Our Impact this Year

  • 1325+

    individuals served, including more than 700 children

  • 28%

    of families served by IROC have no resettlement agency support

  • $78K+

    emergency grocery deliveries to families, many without SNAP

  • $150K+

    Estimated value of in-kind donations delivered directly to newcomers.

  • $7500

    distributed in vocational scholarships to support technical training and industry certifications

Read more about our work in our 2024 Impact Report

2024 Impact Report
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Help us fill the gaps

A new refugee in the US receives 90 days of government support if they qualify. More than 30% of the households we serve do not qualify for resettlement agency assistance.

Help us fill in the gaps to welcome our new neighbors home.

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Help us welcome our new neighbors

The average period of support a new immigrant receives from the US government is just 90 days. Help us continue to support families new to the United States from 90 days and beyond.