LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROPOSED DIGNITY ACT
Photo Credit: Brett Jordan Jeff Edelstein, a Policy Mediator who has worked with Maria Salazar (R-Florida) and Veronica Ecobar (D-Texas) to craft the Dignity Act, offered an overview of the…
IWC Seeks New Board Members for 2024-2026
The Interfaith Welcome Coalition (IWC) seeks new board members for the 2024-2026 term to carry out our mission: To meet the changing needs of asylum-seekers, refugees, and at-risk immigrants. Board members are expected to take an active role in the IWC community and serve on committees, assist with fundraising, advocate within their respective communities, and contribute their professional skills for the betterment of the IWC.
A WALK WITH LITTLE AMAL
The Walk by Little Amal, a 12-foot puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian girl looking for a home, who has already visited 15 countries and will be in the U.S. until…
IWC SERVED ALMOST 26K PEOPLE BETWEEN JANUARY AND AUGUST 2023
The IWC served 25,802 people between January and August 2023. The 2023 monthly average was 3,225. In August 2023 alone, the IWC served 3,858 individuals at the bus station and…
Film and a Feast at the San Antonio Mennonite Church.
From our partners at the San Antonio Mennonite Church: On Wednesday, September 20, from 6:00-8:00 pm in our building (1443 S. St. Mary’s), we will serve dinner and show the…
Prayer Flag Fundraiser by UPC in memory of Rev. Kelly Allen
University Presbyterian Church is fundraising for backpacks for asylum seekers at the bus station and airport. A suggested donation of $20 will fund the purchase of three backpacks filled…
A VIDEO HOMAGE TO SR. SHARON
“Sharon—that quiet, little woman, she’s something else. She’s got a backbone you wouldn’t believe. She’s tough.” ~ Rebecca Flores, long-time IWC volunteer Sr. Sharon Altendorf, a former IWC Board…
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR LOAVES AND FISHES
IWC has an urgent need for volunteers to join the Mobile Loaves and Fishes Lunch Delivery team. This team delivers lunches every morning during the week. Visit our volunteer page…
IWC SERVED ALMOST 22K PEOPLE SO FAR IN 2023
In July 2023, the IWC served 3,252 individuals at the bus station and airport. The vast majority were assisted at the bus station. The total served between January and July…
GENERAL MEETING FEATURED SPEAKER – YOU
A thank-you note sent to IWC by a young girl. This month, let’s listen to each other! What about our work inspires you and keeps you coming back to the…