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…
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…
Remember this acronym as you educate yourself and seek to engage: I.P.A.D.S. (informed. pray. advocate. donate. serve.) INFORMED100 Best Immigration Blogs and Websites in 2025 Immigration Impact USA Hello PRAY. 13 Prayers for…
By Angie Wiggins Migros Academy Director, May 2024
What memories do you have from your own Kindergarten experience? I remember sitting on the classroom rug while Miss Robertson read Dr. Seuss and Shel Silverstein.…
By Angie Wiggins
Thanksgiving dressing. Black Friday. Macy’s Day Parade. Most Americans have strong opinions about Thanksgiving traditions like these.
While students in the Migros Aid community know that they get Thanksgiving off from school,…
Founded in 1990, MTI: School of Knowledge, an Islamic school, is located on the west side of Indianapolis.
Their mission states: In partnership with students, staff, families and our community, we aim to educate,…
Since 2017, Migros Aid has mobilized volunteers to invest in the education of refugee students. We know that education is foundational for children. Unfortunately, most refugee students fall behind in school as they…
The work of justice is an effort to “make it right.” King Solomon writes in Proverbs, “The righteous care about justice for the poor.” Justice means loving our neighbor as we love…
When offering emotional support to refugees, it's essential to ask open-ended and non-intrusive questions to create a safe and trusting environment. It takes time to build trust and consistency in a relationship. Belonging…
Since Migros Aid began in 2017, we have made efforts to come alongside students in their education and provide tutoring and emotional support for students. In 2022, we expanded and launched the Migros…