The plight of people who have been driven from their homes is close to the hearts of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As an organization with its own “refugee heritage,” the Church seeks to follow Christ’s instruction to welcome the stranger, which we accomplish both through humanitarian projects and through the service and compassion of our members.
Immediate and Long-term Aid
Individuals who have been displaced from their homes often experience acute needs for food, shelter, and other necessities. In addition to meeting these immediate needs, the Church seeks to provide resources and tools that lead to long-term solutions and self-reliance.
Who Provides Help to Displaced Persons?
How Can I Get Involved?
Those displaced from their homes need to be shown love and support. Here are some ideas of things you can do to care for displaced individuals and families in your community.
- Connect with local organizations that focus on caring for those who are displaced to see what help they need.
- Find projects on JustServe.org by filtering your search to “Immigrants & Refugees.”
- Start a drive to collect needed items for people in your community.
See What the Church Did Last Year
Learn how the Church cared for including individuals and families seeking refuge in the Caring for Those in Need Summary.