When Fear Rises, Churches Can Respond with Stability. In uncertain times, many people feel concern about immigration. Some feel fear. Some feel frustration. Many simply wonder what they can responsibly do. Steady…
By Angie Wiggins Since we began in 2017, we have desired to help refugee students through tutoring at what we called "Homework Club", which was held at a local apartment clubhouse. Four years…
“One child, one teacher, one book, and one pen can change the world.” - Malala Yousafzai
Many people underestimate the minds of children. Children are looked down upon in society as too immature, too…
Experiences outside of a child's regular life routine are crucial for their ongoing development, especially during the summer. They foster social, emotional, and cognitive growth, and enhance critical thinking and tolerance. Most…
Rainy weather did not prevent Migros Aid Academy students and tutors from celebrating the end of the school year together. Twenty-five students and fourteen tutors gathered for pizza, games, and an ice cream…
Have you ever wished your morning alarm could be replaced by a shower of confetti raining down on you? Do you dream of a robot that can prepare your meals while you kick…
This fall a group of refugee students worked to plant and harvest nearly 1400 pumpkins on a ⅓ of an acre of land in Indianapolis. As a result, $3,700 was raised from selling…
Application fees. Transcript requests. Financial aid forms. Unfamiliarity with campuses and the enrollment process. Figuring out how to choose a major. Transportation to campus.
These are but a few of the barriers that first-generation…
By Tina Swarens. April 2024 About 50 refugee students ages preschool to high school spent 10 weeks learning what it means to be a champion in life. The students gathered weekly on the…
These stories are from Migros Mentors (volunteers) who serve refugees in our city through Migros Aid. These stories are from Jan-March 2024. Contact us to get involved and help make a difference!
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