By now you have likely seen the news of a travel ban. While this impacts citizens of Afghanistan, we are relieved to report that those with SIV cases are exempt. While most refugee resettlement remains closed, a window continues to exist to help these people who risked their lives to work with U.S. forces. This means… Read more »
Over the last several years we have all come together to support refugee families from around the world. Did you know that your support is not only life changing for these families but provides important benefits to the local community as well? Refugees bring needed expertise and unique problem solving skills to their new jobs…. Read more »
Recently, longtime volunteer Wendy Liepman had the opportunity to accompany one of the Ukrainian families to a special performance by Ukrainian musician Maryna Krut. Anna, Vadym, and their daughter Krystyna arrived late last summer and have been hard at work adjusting to life here on the Central Coast. We want to take a moment to… Read more »
On January 16th the Diversity Coalition will be featuring former SLO for Home clients Nour and Rawan Makhoul as they share their inspiring journey from Syria to their new lives right here in San Luis Obispo. Register now to attend this free event and don’t miss the opportunity to hear from these amazing young women. Nour and Rawan, along… Read more »
This Giving Tuesday your help will save lives. SLO for Home hopes to welcome a new family in January. Your donations go directly towards placing families from war torn countries into safe, comfortable apartments where they have a stable base to rebuild their lives from. We can’t provide this level of wrap around support without your continued… Read more »
The newest SLOforHome supported family traveled the globe and waited 10 years for permanent resettlement with the UNHCR but they are happy to finally have a home here on the Central Coast. Qais, Najia and their children Ali Reza, Ali Akbar, and Maria arrived in San Luis Obispo in September eager to rebuild their lives. … Read more »
SLO4Home’s summer soirée was a success, raising more than $50,000! Several of the families we serve donated delicious desserts for the auction showcasing favorite recipes from home helping to raise over $5000. It was especially wonderful to see the children from several SLO4Home families enjoying themselves. Thanks to the generosity of our donors 35 refugees… Read more »
We are pleased to introduce you to the newest SLO4Home supported family, Arsen, Olena, their four year old son Aaron, and Arsen’s mother Olha. Despite only arriving in late April, they have made quick progress settling in northern San Luis Obispo county with the help of stellar volunteer Chris Mossing and a group of supporters… Read more »