Immigrant Legal Center + Refugee Empowerment Center

Our "Woven in the USA" sticker represents more than just a piece of adhesive art—it’s a badge of unity, pride, and community support. Each sticker is a reminder that together, we weave a stronger, more connected community. By making a donation this summer, you’ll receive exclusive stickers as a token of our gratitude. Display them proudly and show that you stand with your newest neighbors in fostering unity and belonging in your community.

Did you know our social work team delivers fresh food to their client's families? The folks over at Benson Community Rescue drop off fresh fruits and vegetables and our social work team take turns delivering these fresh items to their client's families. Magda, ILC+REC social worker, says, "Access to nutritious food is foundational to a healthy self, oftentimes access to it though can be hard for our clients as there can be many barriers to food pantries too – whether it’s ID requirements or hours. The great thing about our pantry delivery is that we take it to our families’ to their homes and we are able to also check-in with them at time of delivery if they are there.”

Last week, ILC+REC hosted an inspiring employer engagement event, bringing together businesses and our dedicated team to discuss the incredible potential of hiring refugees. Employers learned about the benefits of a diverse workforce and the support available to integrate new team members effectively. We awarded Refugee Employer of the Year to Quality Pork International, Inc. for their easy hiring process and support of hiring refugees. Our Most Engaged New Employer award was a tie between Quality Pork International, Inc. and Dial! Thank you to all who attended and contributed to this meaningful discussion. Together, we can create more inclusive workplaces and provide opportunities for those who need them most.

Over the next 60 days, ILC+REC is resettling 220 refugees into our community, and we need your help! We are looking for compassionate volunteers to assist with home set-ups every Wednesday and Friday at 3 pm. Your role will involve arranging furniture, organizing kitchens and bathrooms, and creating a welcoming environment for our new neighbors. Join us and make a meaningful impact in someone's life. Volunteer here:

What an inspiring all-staff meeting! Last week, we held our own Olympics, took a tour of the newly-renovated sections of the Omaha office, celebrated a dear friend, and set our sights on the future👀. A special congratulations to Team 5 for taking home the gold and a big thank you to our dedicated team for their hard work and dedication!

It's our 10th anniversary of Food Truck World Tour this year, and we are so excited to celebrate with our supporters, staff, and friends. There will be delicious food, engaging programing, and voting for your fan favorite food truck! Support our mission and buy your tickets or become a sponsor today! Use code FTWT24 for 20% off your ticket! Link in bio! https://lnkd.in/gF3G4tad

Our All Staff Meeting starts today! We are so thankful for this time we get to spend together to learn from one another. Our offices will be closed July 23 - 24 to allow for all of our staff to attend. The Nebraska Immigration Legal Assistance Hotline (NILAH) and answering machines will be unavailable on July 23 - 24. Normal operations will resume Thursday July 25.

As we prepare for back-to-school season, hundreds of recently arrived refugee students are as well but many won't have the necessary school supplies they need to be successful students. This back-to-school season, we are partnering with Christ Community Church to participate in this year's CityServe event to collect school supplies. Your support not only helps these young newcomers be successful students but also provides them with the tools to start the new school year confidently. Donate school supplies at our Omaha office at 4223 Center Street or Christ Community Church at 404 S 108th Ave. Our school supplies drive will run July 22 through September 9. Thank you for supporting the families we serve!

✨We are hiring!✨ ILC+REC is hiring for a Director of Finance! The ideal candidate for this role would have years of accounting and financial management experience, is meticulously attentive and an excellent collaborator who aligns strongly with our organization's mission. Enjoy unlimited PTO, 9 paid holidays (including your birthday), comprehensive retirement plan, top-tier medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance plans, yearly career development stipend, and MORE! Does this sound like you? Apply at immigrantlc.org/careers!

It’s official!👏 The Lincoln office is the first time in our agency's history to house staff from all three services, legal representation, refugee services, and social work, under one roof. This is big news so back in April, we pulled out the big scissors and held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate our new, bigger space. 🎉