HISTORY

Refugee Resources was first established in February 2006 after our president, Alysa Marx, recognized a growing need to support the quickly expanding refugee community in the Vickery Meadows neighborhood of Dallas. Born out of God's heart and His call to love the foreigner, sojourner, and refugee, the organization was founded in response to this call—with a mission to serve and love these new neighbors.

Over the years, God's faithful provision has shaped Refugee Resources' mission and growth. In 2017, the organization refined its focus to empower refugee students through literacy development and one-on-one mentorship through our two programs, the Reading Circle and the Preschool Circle.

Refugee Resources operates at the Northwest Community Center (NCC) within the Vickery Meadows neighborhood. Within this hub, multiple nonprofits work alongside one another to serve neighboring refugee families through a free clinic and pharmacy, adult ESL classes, vocational training, after-school tutoring, Bible studies, and community events. By focusing on literacy for students, we complement these efforts by addressing a critical need—helping refugee children gain English proficiency to succeed in school and life. The NCC is just steps from where most of our students live. This proximity eliminates transportation barriers: students can walk safely to and from our program, always walking home in groups with their mentors. The accessibility of our location is a key factor in building consistency, trust, and strong relationships.

Today, Refugee Resources serves 40 refugee families from all over the world, with nearly 80 students enrolled in our Reading Circle and Preschool Circle programs. Our ultimate goal is to see these families thrive in their new communities and to place their hope in the transformative love of Jesus Christ.

Check out the video below to hear more about Dallas’ refugee population and what Refugee Resources does through the story of Elysee.

PAST PROGRAMS

In the past we have served the community through a number of programs ranging from, but not limited, to the following: