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ORGANIZATION: Lutheran Social Services of Northeast Florida

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Are you passionate about creating a welcoming community for refugees? Do you believe in the power of friendship, support, and empowerment? If so, we invite you to become a volunteer with Circle of Welcome, a unique volunteer program in partnership with Lutheran Social Services of Northeast Florida (LSS).

Circle of Welcome is a volunteer program that invites the community to get involved Lutheran Social Services’ work of welcoming newcomers. A volunteer group of at least 6-10 members makes up a Circle of Welcome team.

This team commits to a 3, 4 or 6-month period, of at least 3 hours per week for the first month, then at least 2 hours per week for months 2-6. This time can be split among team members. During this time, the team will assist a refugee family as they integrate into the community. Services can include:

Apartment setup
Provide a welcome meal
Help applying for public assistance
Help with school enrollment
And more

This is a special commitment that fosters a meaningful relationship between LSS, a community group, and a refugee family.

If you're ready to make a positive impact and be part of something truly special, join Circle of Welcome today! Contact Clara James, Community Sponsorship Coordinator at clara.james@lssjax.org or 904-730-8298 or link to our website here to learn more about starting your journey of creating a welcoming and supportive community for refugees.

Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those seeking refuge. Join Circle of Welcome now!

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About Lutheran Social Services of Northeast Florida

Location:

4615 Philips Highway, Jacksonville, FL 32207, US

Mission Statement

" Motivated and guided by the compassion of Christ, we serve and care for people in need."

Description

Lutheran Social Services of Northeast Florida (LSS) operates five very different community outreach programs that share an important commonality - the ability to help those facing hardships stabilize their lives and earn a fresh start.

The first initiative operated by our nonprofit was the Nourishment Network - a food pantry that has fed hundreds of thousands of food-insecure families for more than 40 years.

Another cornerstone of our organization is Refugee Services; LSS has been resettling refugees in the Jacksonville area since 1980. Refugees are individuals who have been forced to flee their home country due to violence, unrest, and persecution. After a lengthy screening process, they are granted legal refugee status by the United Nations and the U.S. State Department. LSS helps refugees find housing, employment, and connects them with other vital services they need to rebuild their lives in the U.S.

We could not do our work without the additional support of a pool of talented and compassionate volunteers!

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights, Community, Immigrants & Refugees

WHEN

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WHERE

4615 Philips HighwayJacksonville, FL 32207

(30.27479,-81.62323)

DATE POSTED

August 8, 2024

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

People 55+
Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

Background Check
Must be at least 18
Orientation or Training
Each Circle of Welcome group supports a refugee family for three to six months and serve as guides and friends. Each group commits to at least 3 hours per week the first month; at least 2 hours per week for months 2-6
Each group commits to a financial contribution of $1000 or in-kind donations to be used by LSS to help refugees

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