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Helping refugees achieve self-sufficiency, a sense of security, and social integration in Cville. https://linktr.ee/irccharlottesville

Since 1998, the IRC in Charlottesville has helped more than 4,600 refugees from 32 countries achieve economic self-sufficiency, a sense of security, and social integration into the larger community.

10/05/2026

We want to take a moment to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who helped make our event, Where Hope Takes Root: An American Story, a great success!

And a special thank you to DeVon, Samman, Dragana, Khizr, April, Justin, .haniway and ! We are so incredibly grateful to our community partners, attendees, and donors. By supporting this event and the work of the IRC in Charlottesville, you also help make our community a more welcoming place for immigrants and refugees.

During the event, we had the first public screening of a documentary-style short film highlighting two amazing women who have resettled in Charlottesville. If you are interested in hosting a screening of the film, please reach out to our community engagement manager, John Elwell, at [email protected]

09/18/2026

Tonight is the night! We welcome you to join us for an unforgettable evening at Vinegar Hill Theatre at 6:30 for our fundraiser Where Hope Takes Root: An American Story.

Hear inspiring words from Khizr Khan, DeVon Wade, and IRC clients through a documentary film and live at the event!

There is still time to get your tickets! Visit our event webpage https://tinyurl.com/IRCCharlottesvilleTickets

09/15/2026

We are incredibly grateful to the local businesses and community supporters who donated raffle prizes for our upcoming event, Where Hope Takes Root: An American Story. Their generosity helps us raise critical funds while creating a fun and exciting experience for attendees.

Be sure to join the IRC in Charlottesville this Friday, September 18, at 6:30 pm at Vinegar Hill Theatre. Purchase your tickets today through our event webpage https://tinyurl.com/IRCCharlottesvilleTickets

Our raffle will go live this Friday when the doors open at 6:00 pm and will run through the end of the event program. One lucky winner will leave with amazing prizes valuing over $800! Another huge THANK YOU to the incredible partners that stepped up to support our event and make this raffle possible.

For anyone who is not able to attend but wants to support our event, you can donate at our event giving page https://irc.donordrive.com/events/788

09/14/2026

Our event, Where Hope Takes Root: An American Story is fast approaching! We hope you can join us this Friday, September 18, at 6:30 pm, at Vinegar Hill Theatre. The event's reception will include delicious, homemade food from The Hani Way, including chicken shawarma, kookoo sabzi, and baklava!

Reserve your seat today by visiting our event webpage at https://tinyurl.com/IRCCharlottesvilleTickets - To enjoy The Hani Way, be sure to select a full admission ticket, which includes a reception with complimentary food and drinks following the event program.

For anyone who is not able to attend but wants to support our event, you can donate at our event giving page https://irc.donordrive.com/events/788

09/10/2026

We are honored to welcome Khizr Khan as the keynote speaker for our upcoming event Where Hope Takes Root: An American Story.

Reserve your spot today and be part of an evening that inspires action and celebrates community.

Khizr Khan is a Gold Star parent of US Army CPT Humayun Khan. Khizr Khan was awarded the Medal of Freedom in 2022, our nation’s highest civilian honor, for his service to our Constitution and Rule of Law. He is Harvard Law School alumnus, member of the Supreme Court of the United States and New York and Washington DC Bars. Additionally, he teaches Human-Centric AI and provides pro bono legal services for our veterans and men and women serving in uniform and their families.

To learn more about the event and purchase tickets, please visit our event webpage at https://tinyurl.com/IRCCharlottesvilleTickets

This event is open to the community so please share it with your network. For anyone who is not able to attend but wants to support our event, you can donate at our event giving page https://irc.donordrive.com/events/788

09/08/2026

The IRC in Charlottesville is thrilled to be joined by DeVon Wade as we gather to raise critical support for the refugee and immigrant community in Charlottesville.

We hope you can join us at Vinegar Hill Theatre on Friday, September 18, at 6:30 pm, for our event Where Hope Takes Root: An American Story, where DeVon Wade will serve as the Master of Ceremonies.

DeVon Wade is passionate about helping create communities where immigrants and refugees feel welcomed, supported, and connected. He grew up just a mile from the former World Relief Atlanta office in an apartment complex that became home to many refugee and immigrant families, an experience that helped shape his interest in migration and community engagement from an early age. He serves with the Center for Community Partnerships at the University of Virginia, continuing his commitment to building strong relationships and expanding opportunities within the community.

To learn more about the event, purchase tickets, and read more about DeVon Wade, please visit To learn more about our event and purchase tickets, visit our event webpage at https://tinyurl.com/IRCCharlottesvilleTickets

For anyone who is not able to attend but wants to support our event, you can donate at our event giving page https://irc.donordrive.com/events/788

09/01/2026

We hope you can join us on Friday, September 18, at Vinegar Hill Theatre. This year's fundraiser, Where Hope Takes Root: An American Story, will celebrate courage, community, and the power of welcome.

To learn more about our event and purchase tickets, visit our event webpage at https://tinyurl.com/IRCCharlottesvilleTickets

More updates about our event will hit our feed soon, so stay tuned to learn more about our speakers, raffle partners, and more!

For anyone who is not able to attend but wants to support our event, you can donate at our event giving page https://irc.donordrive.com/events/787

08/19/2026

Applications for the Fall 2026 semester internships are still open! We are specifically recruiting for our resource development and grants internship and the financial coaching and economic mobility internship.

If you, or someone you know, are interested gaining work experience as part of a global non-profit, these positions would be an excellent fit! IRC internships are designed for current college students or recent graduates. Visit our careers page to learn more about all of our internship roles and apply today! https://theirc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External_Careers?locations=21481910a4211002112a4be96c3d0000

08/07/2026

It's National Farmer's Market Week! Did you know New Roots has a booth at the Farmers Market at Ix Art Park on Saturdays from 8:00 - 12:00? Come by TOMORROW to shop specialty international produce and support farmers in the IRC's New Roots network.

Looking for other ways to shop local? Several graduates of IRC New Roots training programs sell every week at City Market, Albemarle Farmers Market, and Farmers in the Park! You can also view and order New Roots produce at https://www.rootedfarmers.com/profiles/new-roots-charlottesville - All online orders are available for pick-up on Thursdays from the IRC Charlottesville office.

07/31/2026

We are thrilled to have solar powered irrigation in place at our New Roots Farm!

A huge shoutout to for donating the panels, for building powerful local networks for climate resilience, and .tech and for supporting with funding the project. Our gardeners - and crops - are thrilled!

Address

375 Greenbrier Drive, Suite 200
Charlottesville, VA
22901

Website

http://www.rescue.org/charlottesville

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