New to Sponsorship
You can make it possible for families to find safety in the United States.
If you're just starting out with sponsorship, learn what's involved and decide if this is the right choice for you. Also find guides and checklists to get you started.
Learn about sponsorship
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Take an interactive training session to learn what it takes to be a successful sponsor.
Take the trainingOn-demand information session
Experienced sponsor Amy Kasari and Welcome.US staff give a presentation about private sponsorship, then answer audience questions. You'll learn how to get started with two sponsorship pathways, who is seeking safety right now, and more!
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Guides and Toolkits
How to get started with sponsorship and what to expect.
See full Resource LibraryGuidance for Supporting Newcomers
This resource offers some best practices in sponsorship that can set you and the newcomer you are welcoming up for success.
DownloadHow to Start a Sponsor Group
With this toolkit, you’ll discover how to identify and recruit members of your community and networks to form a group to welcome a newcomer.
DownloadBudget Template
Newcomers may need help with initial financial planning. This budget template helps capture initial estimated living costs.
DownloadFundraising Tips and Tools
Newcomers may need initial financial support to get on their feet. Read tips for how to raise funds to support newcomers as they integrate into their new community.
DownloadTips for Securing Housing
Newcomers will need to find a place to stay. Learn about best practices for sponsors to find and secure housing for newcomers.
DownloadInitial Sponsor Service Checklist
Newcomers will need to access services to get settled here. Use this checklist to keep track of initial services typically needed when a newcomer arrives.
DownloadWebinars for new sponsors
BE A WELCOMER
Discover how rewarding it can be to welcome newcomers into your community.
