Community Sponsorship Levels

As part of a collaborative effort, sponsors support refugees by choosing a level.

LEVEL 1

• Set-up apartments (per PRM, State Department Guidelines) • Collect donations and/or supply welcome kits to include all household items refugee families must be given upon arrival • Airport reception (optional) • Provide culturally appropriate meal upon arrival (can be purchased from restaurant—see resource guide for local options)

Time commitment: one-two weeks Suggested financial contribution: $500 - $1,000 per family

LEVEL 2

• Inclusive of Level 1 responsibilities • Ensure family has transportation to/from appointments for first 90 days (can include training and financial support to use public transportation system) • Complete weekly check-in with family and updates case manager • Provide three additional core areas of support (pages 24-27) as outlined by the agency and based on the refugee’s goals (ESL enrollment or tutoring, cultural orientation, financial literacy, career planning, attaining educational goals, grocery shopping, clothes shopping, job interview prep, etc.) • Representative from the core team required to participate in monthly leadership calls

Time commitment: three months Suggested financial contribution: $1,000 - $2,500

LEVEL 3

• Inclusive of Level 1 • Ensure family has transportation to/from appointments for first 90 days (can include training and financial support to use public transportation system) • Complete weekly check-in with family for first 90 days; afterwards, complete monthly check-ins and provides updates to case manager • Provide five additional core areas of support (pages 24-27) as outlined by the agency and based on the refugee’s goals (ESL enrollment or tutoring, cultural orientation, financial literacy, career planning, attaining educational goals, grocery/clothes shopping, job interview prep, etc.) • Representative from the core team required to participate in monthly leadership calls • Financial responsibility for up to three months of rent and utilities, to assist until family is employed and self-sufficient • Mentorship is heavily emphasized. Sponsorship teams are expected to be proactive in support the refugee in connecting with civic opportunities, community groups and community events.

Time commitment: one year Suggested financial contribution: $2,500 - $5,000