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Refugee Hope Partners Essentials

Happy Mother’s Day 🌷💚 Today, we honor the women who keep families steady in the middle of change. Across displacement, mothers so often become the center of care, decision-making, courage, and daily survival. We celebrate the refugee mothers who have fled war, violence, and persecution to protect their children and build safer futures. Mothers who carry hope through uncertainty. Mothers who navigate unfamiliar systems, difficult journeys, and new beginnings with incredible resilience. Their strength shapes families, communities, and futures every single day. Today, and every day, we stand with them. 🌍

Our students are officially back to school, and you know what that means… first-day photos! 📸🎒✨ Every year, our team meets students at the bus stop to cheer them on and send them off into a brand-new school year. We are so proud of each of our students and all the growth, hard work, and courage they bring with them into a new year. 🚌💛 We’re praying for a year filled with new opportunities and plenty of moments to grow and thrive. 📚✏️✨ Here’s to a great school year! We’re cheering you on every step of the way 🧡

Exciting opportunities ahead! 🎉 Our Bridge Program students had a great evening with their mentors at NCTAP Unlocked, exploring career pathways through hands-on apprenticeships that can begin their senior year of high school! Students got a glimpse into possibilities ahead, and we’re so excited to see the interest sparked and the doors that these opportunities could open! 🌟 Join us in praying for these students as they explore their next steps, that they would have the confidence, persistence, and encouragement to pursue their goals! 🩵

All summer long, our students have gathered around the TV, cheering on their favorite teams, celebrating every goal, and sharing the excitement that makes the World Cup so special. ⚽🌍 Today, our Welcome Center was full of energy as students came together to watch Spain vs. France. While not everyone cheered for the same team, one thing united them: the joy of sharing the game together.🧡 We’re grateful to have a space where students can come together, build memories, and hug it out at the end of the day— win or lose! Congratulations to Spain on earning a spot in the World Cup Final! 🇪🇸🎉

RHP Day Camp was a blast! ☀️💙 This summer, we welcomed 85 campers from across our community. They left with new friendships, core memories, and plenty of smiles. It truly took a village to make these two incredible weeks possible: 🏠 @idcraleigh graciously hosted us and sent volunteers to serve throughout camp. 🍽️ @missionbbq Raleigh + @harvestraleigh provided lunches & the @capcommunity_ccf grant helped provide the rest of lunches. Many volunteers also donated snacks to keep our campers fed all week long! 📚 @_faithnc Youth Group, @stplcraleigh, and our amazing RHP volunteers spent time reading with and investing in students during academic hour. 🎨 @nclcarolinalily generously donated supplies and volunteered throughout camp to help make each day extra special. From the egg drop challenge and scavenger hunts to tie-dye, dance parties, outdoor games, pool days, and cheering on Messi during the World Cup, there was never a dull moment. Most importantly, campers built new friendships, tried new things, and experienced the joy of belonging. 🫂 A special thank you to our incredible Education Team, our high school camp counselors, and every volunteer who made this year's Day Camp our best one yet. ✨ We can't wait to do it again next year!

One of the most meaningful parts of our annual Day Camp is our Academic Hour 📚✨ Each day of camp, elementary students get one-on-one time with a volunteer reading together, practicing math, and building confidence in their learning. This dedicated hour helps students stay engaged throughout the summer, maintain important academic skills, and grow their love of learning. 🙌 We're so grateful for the faithful volunteers who have shown up over the past two weeks! 🫂 Whether they're a familiar face from Homework Help or a new part of a student's journey, every minute they spend with a student is making a lasting impact. This work wouldn't be possible without the dedication of our incredible volunteers. 🧡

Our first Employment Workshop at the South Raleigh Hub brought practical job-preparation skills into the ESL classroom, helping students build confidence as they navigate the workplace in a new country. 🎉💼 Adult ESL students spent the morning practicing: 🗣️ Mock interviews 📝 Resume support 🤝 Interview etiquette games It was a fun change of pace from the regular ESL routine and a chance to put English skills into action through real-world practice! As RHP continues to grow across Raleigh, we’re grateful to be able to meet more refugee adults where they are and equip them with skills to take their next steps.🧡

What a great Health & Wellness Volunteer Gathering! ✨ Our H&W volunteers came together to get to know one another, share experiences, and connect over the ways they’re involved with RHP. From driving refugees to medical appointments to advocating for them in the doctor’s office, these volunteers show up in practical ways that make a meaningful difference. We’re so thankful for the way they give their time, energy, and compassion to serve through Health & Wellness. 🙌🏽 The theme of our volunteer gatherings was “God has people in this city” (Acts 18) and we’re so grateful for the people God has brought together through Health & Wellness. A special shoutout to our INCREDIBLE H&W staff for all they do to coordinate care, support volunteers, and make this ministry possible. God is at work through this team! 🧡

Last Sunday, we gathered for a Picnic at the Park with our South Raleigh neighbors! 🧺🌳 Families came together for an evening of food, fun, and connection. Kids played on the fields, adults shared conversation, and we had the joy of meeting new faces from our ESL classes, Homework Help students, Pathway families, and beyond. 🧡 We had nearly 60 friends join us! What a gift to see our community growing and coming together. A huge thank you to our staff and volunteers who helped make the evening possible. 🙌

🎨✨ With students out of school for a teacher workday, we loved offering our students a fun and meaningful enrichment activity! 🧡 A high school volunteer developed these Creative Wellness Workshops for our students, combining mental health lessons with art as a creative outlet. Our students have been loving these sessions! The focus was on positive self-talk, and students created artwork highlighting accomplishments they’re proud of while practicing celebrating themselves along the way. 🌟🖌️ We’re so grateful for activities that allow students to learn, create, and support their mental wellness, especially during breaks from the regular school routine! 🤩

Our Summer Kindergarten Club is helping our littlest friends get ready for a big milestone—starting Kindergarten this fall! 🍎🖍️ The first five years of life are a critical time for learning and development. Kindergarten Club ensure that when students step into the classroom they feel confident and prepared with the foundational skills they need. From practicing with scissors and learning the alphabet to counting, following routines, and sitting together for circle time, each day is filled with enriching experiences! 🤩 We can't wait to see these little learners hop on the school bus next month, ready to learn, grow, and thrive. 🚌💛

Summer is in full swing, and so is our Adult ESL program! ☀️📚 Our Welcome Center is buzzing with four levels of English classes, where volunteer teachers prepare engaging lessons and walk alongside students as they grow in confidence each week. One of the most beautiful parts of our program is the diversity within each classroom. Some students are learning to read and write for the very first time, while others come with a strong foundation and are working toward fluency. No matter where they are in their journey, they learn together, share laughs, practice English, and, of course, enjoy tea together during their break! 🫖 Here's to a summer full of learning and hope. 🧡

🎒It’s not too late to make an impact that lasts beyond the first day of school. So far, 15 donors chose to increase or start their monthly gift, helping us meet our $10,000 matching gift goal! Their combined generosity fully funds Homework Help for 10 students for the entire academic school year. 🎓 More than school supplies, students have access to the relationships, encouragement, academic support, and opportunities they need to thrive. Will you join those who said yes? There’s still time to fund more students for the school year. Every monthly gift helps us walk alongside refugee students—not just in August, but all year long. 🧡 👉🏼Join The Neighborhood by making your monthly gift today through the link in our bio!

🌍 How much do you know about refugees? One of the most meaningful ways we can build empathy for our neighbors is by taking the time to learn the facts. 💬 By understanding the realities many refugees face, we can challenge misconceptions, foster deeper connections, and better support those rebuilding their lives in our communities. 🫂 ⏩ Swipe through to test your knowledge and discover some surprising insights about the global refugee crisis and refugee resettlement. 👇 How many did you get right? Share your score in the comments and tag a friend to take the quiz!

What does research tell us about being a CHAMPION for refugee students? 📚🧡 In our latest blog post, we explore the research behind the programs and relationships that help students succeed. 📈 From the impact of consistent tutoring to the role of family stability and parent engagement, research shows that a student’s ability to learn is shaped by so much more than what happens in the classroom. ✏ At Refugee Hope Partners, this research reinforces why we care for the whole family. Through our programs, we walk alongside refugee families as they navigate new systems, build confidence, and work toward their goals. 🌟 Swipe through for a few key findings, then read the full blog at the link in our bio! 🔗

📣 Call for Volunteers! Help make a lasting difference in the lives of adult refugees by serving in our Adult ESL program. As an ESL teacher or classroom assistant, you'll help students build confidence in their English skills which empowers them to navigate life in a new community. One of the most rewarding parts of our program is the meaningful relationships that grow between students and volunteers. No teaching experience? That's okay! Training and support are provided for volunteers with a heart to serve and a willingness to learn. 👉 Interested? Fill out the interest form using the link in our bio! Questions? 📧 volunteer@refugeehopepartners.org

🎉 Our ThriveK is TOMORROW! 🎉 It’s going to be a rainy one—but we’re still showing up, and we want YOU there with us! 💛☔ Grab a friend, throw on your raincoat, lace up those sneakers, and come run or walk with us in support of refugee families right here in the Triangle. It’s not too late to join us! Link to register in our bio🔗 Already signed up? Check your email for packet pickup details and race day info so you’re ready to go. 🏃 📅 Saturday, May 2nd at 8am 📍 The Kings Chapel 🕘 Race, music, face painting, snacks, & community vibes!

Still need to stock up on your fall favorites? 🍂🎃 Our incredible friends at Homewood Nursery & Garden Center are giving back this weekend! This Saturday, November 7, 10% of sales will be donated to Refugee Hope Partners! Stop by their autumn wonderland, pick up some beautiful fall plants, and know that your purchases are helping us engage, equip, and encourage refugee families so that all may thrive. 🍁 📍 10809 Honeycutt Rd, Raleigh, NC 🕒 9 AM–6 PM We're so grateful for this sweet partnership and for local businesses like Homewood who use their generosity to make a difference in our community! 🧡

Our 10th Annual Middle School Fair Trip was a huge success! 🎡🎉 This year, we brought 14 students to the fair for a day full of thrilling rides, delicious fair food, giant pumpkins, and plenty of animals! 🎟️🎃🐥 These students earned their spot by faithfully attending Homework Help each week, giving them something exciting to work toward as they started the school year strong. 📚 For a few of our students, it was their very first time at the fair, which made the day even more special.🤩 We’re so grateful for another year of this special tradition and the opportunity to celebrate our students’ hard work while making sweet memories together❤️

THE RAIN COULDN'T STOP US! 🏃👊🏼🌧️ Our 5th Annual ThriveK was a huge success! Even in the rain, 290 registrants showed up and showed out for their community. 💛 A huge thank you to @bataladurham for bringing the energy, @katnussman for the delicious smoothies, and ALL the amazing businesses, schools, community partners, families, and friends who came together to support our refugee neighbors—this is HOPE on display! We are grateful for a community that gathers not just to run or walk, but to stand united in love and support. That kind of hope-filled community is what this mission is all about. 🫂 Because of your incredible generosity, we raised $40,500 toward our An Enduring Yes campaign! 🙌 Special thanks to @thekingschapelnc for being such a welcoming host, to our race sponsors for making this event possible, and to our incredible volunteers who showed up bright and early in the rain to serve alongside us. We are so grateful for each and every one of you. 💫

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