Stories of Welcome
A mutual benefit: Welcome Neighbor STL supports newcomers in St. Louis
April 24, 2025
Volunteer
Newcomers bring valuable skills, experiences, and cultural richness to our communities, but transitioning to a new home can be overwhelming. You can volunteer to help them navigate challenges and start thriving—all it takes is a willingness to help.
Volunteer opportunities near you
Organizations across the country offer opportunities to assist newcomers. Explore the map to discover volunteer opportunities near you.
National opportunities
This is a growing directory of organizations that have received a Welcome Fund grant from Welcome.US to support newcomers by mobilizing volunteers. This list does not include all local organizations doing this work.
“I know that, me as one person, I may not be able to change the world, but I can make a difference—a small difference—in the lives of a few people.”
“This felt like a tangible way to say if we want to really help people, let’s really help people by becoming their friends and neighbors.”
“It's important that I reach out and help people and walk beside them along their own journeys.”
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Learn more about how you can contribute to the work of organizations supporting newcomers in communities across America.
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