International Rescue Committee in Turlock/Modesto

The distance between us isn't as wide as it seems. And when we see each other through our shared humanity, that distance begins to disappear.

Thank you to our community for taking action to close the distance through partnerships, donations, and volunteer service. This World Refugee Day, we are grateful to Off Center Thrift for their generous gift and commitment to welcoming and supporting refugees and newcomers in our community. Their partnership helps close the distance between crisis and compassion, creating opportunities for families to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Interested in partnering with us? Join our community of care and help us create a more welcoming future for refugees and newcomers. Together, we can close the distance.

Today we honor Juneteenth - a powerful reminder of resilience, freedom, and contributions of Black communities throughout history and today.

Juneteenth reminds us that freedom, justice, and opportunity must be accessible to all. As we reflect on this important day, we also recognize the ongoing work of building more inclusive, equitable, and welcoming communities.

Together, we celebrate freedom, amplify voices, and reaffirm our commitment to dignity and belonging for everyone. 💛✊

Working with communities, the IRC delivers impact where it matters most.
Internationally, we train health workers to treat malnutrition and deploy mobile clinics, we help women access reproductive care in safe spaces, and we harness technology to extend our reach. Locally, we help newly arrived refugees navigate cultural and societal differences, access health care and employment, and connect their children to schools and support. 87% of our revenue does directly to our program services and clients. Help us close the distance between uncertainty and stability. Donate at https://help.rescue.org/donate/turlock-social-media.

Closing the distance is not just a message. It is our work—every day, in the world’s toughest places. We close the distance between danger and safety, between crisis and refuge, and between lifesaving support and the people who need it most.

The IRC is closing the distance across mountains, deserts and borders across communities, streets, and fences. Join us by exploring volunteer opportunities at Rescue.org/Turlock, and donate at https://help.rescue.org/donate/turlock-social-media.

Crisis creates distance – from home, from safety, from rebuilding a life. And too often, crisis pulls us apart. But humanity has the power to close the distance, and at the IRC in Turlock we work every day to support newcomers in rebuilding their lives.

Donate this World Refugee Day to close the distance and show up for our refugee neighbors: https://help.rescue.org/donate/turlock-social-media

We need you!🤝

Closing the distance takes action, and there are steps every one of us can take to step forward and show up.

Volunteer with the IRC in Turlock at Rescue.org/Volunteer, and donate at https://help.rescue.org/donate/turlock-social-media

Every action—big or small—helps close the distance for refugees in
communities around the world. Every day, IRCTurlock volunteers show up to play their part.

Will you play yours? Join us at Rescue.org/Turlock, or donate at
https://help.rescue.org/donate/turlock-social-media

Our experiences may differ, but our needs are deeply human and widely

shared. Closing the distance begins with recognizing that what connects us

is stronger than what divides us. The search for refuge, dignity and belonging is not foreign. It is familiar. 💛

At the IRC, we stand beside newcomers as they rebuild their lives, providing support with housing, education, career pathways, and community integration every step of the way. IRC Turlock proudly serves one of the as one of over 25 resettlement offices throughout the U.S! Join us in creating a more hopeful future. 🫂💛