At ICNA Relief, our Refugee Assistance USA initiatives help displaced families find safety, stability, and belonging. We provide essential resources like housing, food, education, and employment support to ease the transition into a new life. Our dedicated teams guide refugees through every step—offering mentorship, counseling, and community connections to foster independence and resilience. With your generosity, we can continue to restore hope and rebuild lives for those who have lost everything. https://icnarelief.org/refugee-services/

1. Rebuilding Lives With Dignity
ICNA Relief: Empowering Refugees Through
Comprehensive Assistance in the USA
Rebuilding lives with dignity, compassion, and opportunity
ICNA Relief USA – Refugee Services
Refugee assistance USA
2025

2. About ICNA Relief
ICNA Relief's Refugee Program provides caring and compassionate service to victims of
adversities and survivors of disasters, empowering and transitioning refugee families into
a comfortable life in American society. Guided by values of compassion, dignity, integrity,
and accountability, our teams work alongside refugees to meet urgent needs and build
long-term stability.
With a national footprint serving communities in dozens of states and hundreds of
locations, volunteers and staff collaborate to deliver direct services, coordinate local
partners, and mobilize faith- and community-based networks. As a Muslim-led
humanitarian organization, we consider it a religious and moral responsibility to support
anyone in need—regardless of background—while honoring cultural and faith
sensitivities.
Volunteer-powered operations, strong local partnerships, culturally responsive care, and
a holistic approach that spans immediate relief through integration, education,
employment pathways, and wellness.
Scope and presence
What makes us different

3. Understanding Refugee Assistance USA
Refugee assistance USA describes the ecosystem of federal, state, local, and nonprofit
partners that help refugees rebuild their lives. Through USRAP and the Office of Refugee
Resettlement, newly arrived families receive initial reception, placement, and short-term
benefits, complemented by community organizations like ICNA Relief that provide
practical, culturally grounded support.
The U.S. set a refugee admissions ceiling of 125,000 in FY2025, reaffirming the national
commitment to welcoming those fleeing persecution. Beyond arrival, families navigate
housing, school enrollment, health coverage, documentation, language learning, and
employment—all areas where community partners bridge critical gaps.
We translate policy into practice, offering on-the-ground guidance, essential supplies,
case management, and social connection that accelerate stability and belonging.
The landscape
ICNA Relief's role

4. The Refugee Crisis: Needs and Challenges
Families escaping conflict or disaster often arrive with few possessions, uncertain
housing, limited English proficiency, and urgent health or legal needs. The transition can
be overwhelming: learning transit systems, enrolling children in school, understanding
local norms, and finding employment while healing from trauma.
From Afghanistan and Ukraine to Sudan and beyond, displacement continues to surge. In
January 2025, ICNA Relief highlighted emergency relief needs for refugee families facing
another round of uncertainty after flight—illustrating why rapid-response aid and
ongoing accompaniment matter.
Stabilize quickly with essentials; then build capacity through education, work, and
community integration—so families don't just survive, but thrive. ICNA Relief bridges
critical gaps between initial resettlement and long-term stability through culturally-
sensitive support services.
Recent realities
Our approach in Refugee assistance USA

5. Core Services Overview
ICNA Relief provides holistic, practical support that closes gaps between arrival and self-
sufficiency:
Case management: IDs, benefits navigation, documentation, and scheduling support.
Housing setup: Beds, basic furniture, cookware, linens, and cleaning supplies.
Food and essentials: Pantry access, hygiene kits, diapers, and culturally familiar items.
Winterization: Annual winter coat drives and cold-weather gear distributions.
Education: ESL, school enrollment support, tutoring, and digital literacy.
Employment: Job readiness training, resume support, referrals to workforce partners.
Health and wellness: Clinic navigation, immunization support, and mental health
referrals.
Community integration: Mentorship, social visits, cultural orientation, and volunteer
engagement.
In Refugee assistance USA, these wraparound services transform arrivals into pathways
toward stability and belonging.

6. Resettlement Support: Housing and
Essentials
A safe, well-equipped home anchors a successful transition. ICNA Relief helps families
secure basic household items and settle quickly:
$750/month package $500/month package $250/month package
Two twin mattresses,
kitchen and bathroom
supplies, microwave,
vacuum, and cleaning
products.
Microwave, vacuum,
kitchen/bath supplies,
and cleaning essentials.
Pillows, blankets, sheets,
towels, and personal
hygiene items.
Beyond goods, our teams assist with:
Apartment setup and organization
Utility activation guidance
Household orientation for cooking, cleaning, and rest
Seasonal drives (winter coats, blankets, boots) for comfort in colder months

7. Integration Programs: Language,
Education, Community
Integration is a social journey as much as a logistical one. ICNA Relief offers welcoming
spaces and practical tools that foster connection and confidence:
Monthly social visits, navigating school systems, neighborhood orientation, and cultural
exchange (yes—even sharing favorite recipes!).
ESL classes, conversation circles, homework help, and digital literacy.
Parent-school liaison support, back-to-school drives, and community gatherings that
reduce isolation.
Know-your-city sessions on transit, safety, banking, and tenant rights.
Mentorship
Education supports
Youth and family programs
Cultural orientation
These programs help newcomers practice English, meet neighbors, and understand local
life—critical steps from arrival to active participation.

8. Employment and Economic
Empowerment
Economic stability enables long-term resilience. ICNA Relief supports job readiness and
financial confidence through:
Employment services: Resume building, interview prep, job search support, and
referrals to workforce centers and employer partners.
Skills and credentials: Guidance on recognizing prior experience, short trainings, and
safe entry into in-demand sectors.
Financial literacy: Budgeting, banking, credit basics, and tenant/utility tutorials.
Practical enablers: Transportation orientation, childcare referrals, and work-
appropriate clothing drives.
With steady income and informed financial choices, families can meet needs, plan for the
future, and contribute their talents to local economies.

9. Healthcare and Mental Health Support
Navigating U.S. healthcare is complex, especially for newcomers. ICNA Relief helps
families:
We coordinate culturally competent counseling, peer support groups, and wellness
education to address stress, loss, and transition—all delivered with dignity and
confidentiality.
When families can access primary care and mental health resources, school attendance,
job retention, and overall stability improve. Our holistic approach recognizes that health
is fundamental to successful integration and self-sufficiency.
Enroll in appropriate coverage and connect with community clinics.
Schedule screenings, immunizations, and pediatric or prenatal care.
Understand prescriptions, referrals, and follow-ups with interpretation support.
Trauma-informed care
Impact

10. Success Stories and Community Testimonials
Starting Under Zero
After escaping war, one family rebuilt in America with ICNA Relief's
guidance—securing housing, enrolling children in school, and finding their
first jobs. A new beginning became a stable, hopeful future.
"
It's the best charity—dedicated, persistent in weekly food distribution. I'm
short of words to describe their greatness.
— Refugee, Afghanistan
"
ICNA Relief is genuinely working for the underprivileged across the USA.
Their people show remarkable dedication and commitment.
— Community member
Every family's journey represents resilience, hope, and the power of compassionate support

11. How You Can Get Involved
Join ICNA Relief's Refugee Program and help newcomers put down roots:
Become a mentor; offer school navigation, conversational English, apartment setup, or
job coaching.
Furniture, kitchenware, bedding, winter gear, hygiene kits—culturally appropriate items
welcome.
Sustain a home setup with $250/$500/$750 per month, or sponsor seasonal drives (like
winter coats). Every gift fuels Refugee assistance USA.
Faith groups, student clubs, and workplaces can host drives, match campaigns, or skill
workshops.
Raise awareness about humane, dignified welcome.
Volunteer
Give in-kind
Donate
Mobilize your network
Advocate and share

12. Call to Action
Together, we can turn arrival into belonging.
Your time, voice, and generosity help families reclaim safety, dignity, and
opportunity. Join us in creating a more compassionate and inclusive
community for refugees in America.
Take the next step:
Learn more: icnarelief.org/refugee-services
Volunteer: icnarelief.org/volunteer
Donate: icnarelief.org/donate
Thank you for advancing compassionate Refugee assistance USA and investing in futures that uplift entire communities.