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Find similar grantsOffice of Refugee Resettlement Matching Grant Early Employment Program is sponsored by U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (via ORR). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.
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The Matching Grant program helps refugees and other ORR-eligible populations overcome barriers and quickly find jobs. The intent is for refugees to become economically self-sufficient through employment within 240 days and without accessing cash assistance programs. The program is a public/private partnership enabling communities to become directly involved in supporting refugees through donations, volunteer support, and mentorship.
## Participating in the Program Matching Grant program participants must meet certain employment requirements and must enroll within 31 days after their date of arrival or eligibility.
The program works closely with clients, providing: * Employment skills training The program also helps refugees with: * Housing, utilities, and food * English language training * Social adjustment and other services ## Program Administration The Matching Grant program is provided solely through eight nonprofit organizations.
### Resettlement Providers * Bethany Christian Services: Grand Rapids, MI * Church World Service: New York, NY * Ethiopian Community Development Council: Arlington, VA * Global Refuge: Baltimore MD (formerly LIRS) * International Rescue Committee: New York, NY * U.S. Committee for Refugees & Immigrants: Arlington, VA * World Relief: Baltimore, MD These providers in turn work with local service providers across the country and enroll clients who are interested in the program after an orientation to their options for employment programs.
Grant recipients agree to match ORR direct client assistance funding with cash and in-kind contributions of goods and services from the community at a rate of $1 for every $2 in federal funding. For information on Matching Grant program eligibility, required program services, and service locations, contact one of the resettlement agencies listed above.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Refugees within 30 days of arrival, Granted Asylees, Afghan and Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees, Cuban and Haitian Entrants, Iraqi and Afghan SIVs, Amerasians, and VOTs within 90 days of asylum, parole, or certification. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Office of Refugee Resettlement Matching Grant Early Employment Program is funded by U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (via ORR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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