S.O.L.E.S.
A nonprofit fundraiser supporting
International Rescue Committee AtlantaPlease make a donation and support the IRC in Atlanta to welcome refugees from around the world!
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Support S.O.L.E.S (Supporting Outreach, Lives, and Empowerment through Shoes)
Over 3 million refugees enter the US each year and half of those people don't own basic necessities like shoes and clothes. We hope to provide a new beginning one step at a time by donating new and used shoes to refugees in need!
Our Goal: gather 300 new/used pairs of shoes by May 13th
Ways to Donate: drop off new or gently used shoes at any of our drop off locations listed below
McIntosh High School, blah blah
(We also accept monetary donations through this website)
Please commit to this work alongside us and make a donation to support our new American neighbors and the IRC in Atlanta today!
Thank you for standing with refugees!
Hayoung Kim, Vada Peronti, Caroline Moses
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Resources and Information about Refugees
More about the IRC in Atlanta:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Atlanta creates opportunities for refugees and immigrants to integrate and thrive in Georgia communities. Since opening in 1979, the IRC's locally funded office in Atlanta has welcomed more than 28,000 refugees from over 65 countries to resettle in communities across the state. A committed staff of more than 100 professionals work together with volunteers to assist families in reuniting and rebuilding their lives in the greater Atlanta area. The IRC in Atlanta offers a broad range of programs including resettlement and case management services, adult education classes, youth programs covering ages 5 to 24, employment assistance, asset building resources, community health response programs, and immigration services, all of which serve close to 3,500 clients per year. Learn more: Rescue.org/Atlanta
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About Us
Hayoung Kim: Co-Founder and President
Vada Peronti: Co-Founder and President
Caroline Moses: Executive Manager
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After learning about the on-going Syrian refugee crisis in class, we decided we wanted to take initiative in our own community. Footwear, although often overlooked, plays a vital role in empowering refugees in navigating their new surroudings. Join us in comforting and welcoming refugees today!