Our monthly newsletter is just about finished! Are you up to date on all things ACC? You can sign up for our monthly updates and advocacy letters at the bottom of our website: ACC-den.org #RefugeesWelcome

Please join us as we award Chelsea with our Staff Member of the Month award for January! Chelsea acts as a cornerstone to this organization and her work is so often under-recognized. Follow the link below to read her full award: acc-den.org/success-storie…

Congratulations to George for his Volunteer of the Month award for January! George gives 100% to every situation, including coming in on extra days and working from home to make sure that community members get their needs met. Read his full award here: acc-den.org/success-storie…

Congratulations to Gasore Niyibizi and Olive Kambabazi as Community Members of the Month! The duo has worked consistently on their college applications, financial aid, testing, and all the other requirements to start college classes. Read the full award: acc-den.org/success-storie…

Refugee resettlement suspension does not stop our agency from providing essential assistance during the COVID-19 outbreak. ACC still provides job assistance, case management and community outreach, like our Emergency Food Pantry.

With an overflow of applications, Colorado Department of Labor and Employment has released new changes to their online process. Please see the new update below. thedenverchannel.com/news/coronavir…

Colorado has implemented social distancing, non-essential workforce limitations, and public building closures to combat the COVID-19 outbreak. But what does life look like in refugee camps during this time? cbc.ca/news/world/aid…

There's a lot of information circulating around COVID-19. The Denver Post worked with The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to help you understand symptoms and when to call health care. denverpost.com/2020/03/22/col…

There are thousands of personal stories being shared on how COVID-19 and the current outbreak has drastically affected lives - from joblessness, lack of medication supplies, and food shortage. Here are some ways you can help your community. washingtonpost.com/nation/2020/03…

"The COVID-19 crisis has sparked an outpouring of solidarity from people around the world and that includes refugees, keen to help in the countries where they now live." unhcr.org/en-us/news/sto…

Thank you for your help spreading the word about our Emergency Food Pantry helping local refugees and immigrants affected by the current economic shut down in Denver, @cbsdenver! Check out our FB page for a look into how we've helped over 70 families! denver.cbslocal.com/2020/04/16/den…

ACC has been working directly with refugee/immigrant families to combat unemployment, provide housing assistance, and maintain virtual integration programs. Your donation can help us sustain our mission during these difficult times. coloradogives.org/index.php?sect…

Our We Made This Program Lead, Tarsha Miller, recently spoke to Voyage Denver about our 12-week sewing and integration program and the next steps for our artisan sews. Check out the article below! voyagedenver.com/interview/meet…

Each week, volunteers load up their cars with donations from people like you to deliver to our most vulnerable Denver families. Ruby's Market is accepting food and household donations to help families stay afloat during uncertain times. #Helpingothers #Refugeeswelcome

Assalamualaikum and Happy Ramadan to our friends! We wish good health to our community members, our supporters and those fighting the global crisis with us. Read the UN Refugee Chief's statement calling for solidarity. unhcr.org/news/press/202…

“Refugee resettlement is a vital lifeline for those how have already been through the screening process,” said Susan Sperry, regional director for World Relief in the Chicago area. chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct…

"The Village Exchange Center, a cultural hub in north Aurora serving refugees and immigrants, has so far sent $1,000 to 250 undocumented residents in Colorado left out of the federal stimulus assistance and state unemployment benefits." sentinelcolorado.com/news/metro/aur…

ACC has seen tremendous support from donors and volunteers like you. Your help has impacted over 150 families, ensuring they have much needed essentials to power them through these uncertain times. cpr.org/2020/03/18/you…

Today is #GivingTuesdayNow, and ACC is committed to community outreach and advocacy for our most vulnerable populations. By donating today, you ensure economic security and social empowerment for refugees and immigrants. coloradogives.org/index.php?sect…

"In the battle against the coronavirus, she and many other DACA recipients serve at the point of the spear — an estimated 27,000 doctors, nurses, pharmacists, technicians, physician assistants, and home aides." Inquirer inquirer.com/news/daca-heal…