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Timeline: U.S. Intervention and Modern Migration in the Americas
Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees has released the second in a series of timelines to be shared over the next year, "U.S. Intervention and Modern Migration in the Americas." This timeline delves into the history of why so many people in the Americas made the perilous migration journey to the United States, especially in recent years, to allow for a nuanced analysis and deeper understanding of the migration flows and patterns we see today. More…
Grantee Spotlight: Puentes de Esperanza
Puentes de Esperanza—Bridges of Hope—helps Spanish-speaking residents of Madison, St. Clair, and Clinton counties address their physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs on their journey to becoming a vibrant part of our shared communities. This story sheds more light on this funded partner's impact in the community. More…
New Resources about U.S. Immigration Policy Past to Present
The Migration Policy Institute (MPI) and Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees (GCIR) have released new publications about immigration and border policy in the United States throughout history. More…
Look Beyond Borders
A poignant short video experiment breaking down barriers between recently-arrived refugees and Europeans was launched globally by Amnesty International in 2016. The lesson endures: "Borders exist between countries, not people." -Draginja Nadażdin More…
Grantee Spotlight: Eye Thrive
Pivoting an inherently in-person service amidst a global pandemic is no easy feat, but Eye Thrive has shown that with some innovation, guidance, and support from funders like Marillac Mission Fund, anything is possible. More…