Lifting Lives, Building Hope: Supporting Refugees in the Des Moines Area

At Shalom Community Impact Center (SCIC), we believe every refugee deserves the chance to rebuild their life with dignity, hope, and opportunity. As the global refugee crisis intensifies, millions of people are fleeing conflict, persecution, and displacement, arriving with little more than their resilience and hope for a better future.

SCIC is dedicated to supporting refugees on their journey to a new life by providing vital services that help them overcome the barriers they face. Our programs are designed to empower individuals and families, providing not just survival, but the tools they need to thrive in their new communities.

We offer:

• English Learning Classes – Helping refugees acquire essential language skills to communicate and participate in their community.
• Digital Literacy – Offering training in essential technology skills for navigating the modern world.
• Job Search Assistance – Providing job placement support, resume building, and interview coaching to help refugees secure stable employment.
• Medical Appointment Assistance – Helping refugees navigate healthcare systems and access the medical care they need.
• Document Translation – Assisting refugees with translating vital documents to access legal and medical services.
• Preschool - SCIC’s preschool program provides young refugee children with the foundation they need to succeed. Focused on early childhood development, language skills, and socialization, this program helps children adjust to their new environment and prepares them for future academic challenges.
• After-School Academic Support: This program provides refugee children with tutoring and homework assistance, helping them stay on track academically, build confidence, and overcome learning gaps.
• Summer Programs: SCIC’s summer programs blend educational activities with recreation, offering refugee children an engaging environment that fosters academic growth, creativity, and social skills during the summer break.

As the refugee crisis grows, we are more committed than ever to providing a foundation for these individuals and families to rebuild their lives. Your support makes a real difference. By donating to this campaign, you help us expand these crucial programs and meet the growing demand for our services. Together, we can offer hope and opportunity to refugees who need it most.

Join us today. Your contribution will help create lasting change and empower refugees to rise, rebuild, and thrive in their new communities.