MPR News PM Update

Jan. 24, 2022

Two Minnesota nonprofits are gearing up a resettlement program for Afghan refugees as hundreds of families are seeking permanent homes in the U.S.

Alight, formerly the American Refugee Committee, and veteran-based nonprofit Team Rubicon say they're looking for volunteers, money and donations. Sonia Anunciacion heads up the project for Alight and says the goal is to provide refugees with fully furnished and stocked homes.

"Alight and Team Rubicon are in the process of preparing homes for 250 families arriving in the Twin Cities from Afghanistan," Anunciacion said. "And we are counting on the hospitality of Minnesotans to help us make it happen."

Organizers are asking for volunteers to gather and distribute the aid and money to purchase everything from bedding to appliances. They're also urging Minnesotans to be ready to welcome newly-arrived Afghans and support them over the next two or three months.

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