Refugee Sponsorship Program: How to Join?
Have you heard about the Welcome Corps program but need help applying? There is a complete guide on how to sponsor refugees. Today, everyone can participate in the resettlement of refugees thanks to the new US financial program.
Do you want to play an active role in supporting refugees? Then, you need to take the 6 steps listed below:
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Register for the Online Session to Learn More
The very first step is registration for the information Welcome Corps session. Join it at 7 o’clock p.m. on Thursday and learn more about how the refugee financial program works.
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Find at Least 5 People Willing to Join the Program
One of the requirements to get started is to gather a group of at least 5 people. People in the group should be US citizens or those who have a green card. These are mandatory requirements for refugee sponsors.
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Pass an Obligatory Check
If you want to take part in the refugee sponsorship program, you must pass a background check. It’s a must for every member of your sponsor group. After you pass it officially, you will be able to start your sponsorship activity.
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Complete Training
Either all members of your group or at least one person from the group should attend training provided by the Welcome Corps. It’s a vital step in joining the program. You will learn more about how the application procedure takes place. After completing the training course, you will be able to move further.
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Make a Support Plan for Refugees
Think about how your group and you will support refugees arriving in the USA. Provide all the points you will include in the so-called “Welcome Plan”. Also, you should start raising funds for the sponsorship program. You need to raise $2.275 per refugee.
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Apply for the Financial Program
Have you already completed training, created the “Welcome Plan,” and raised the required amount of money? Then, you are ready to get started. Don’t hesitate to submit your application for the Welcome Corps sponsorship program.
If you need more information about this project for refugees, go to the official website of the Welcome Corps.
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