International Rescue Committee in Abilene

05/20/2026

On May 2nd, the New Roots Community Garden officially opened through a partnership with Westminster Presbyterian Church.
The New Roots Community Garden is about much more than gardening. By addressing food insecurity and creating opportunities for connection with local community members, this initiative supports newcomers as they build new lives and establish a sense of belonging in Abilene.

Read more at: https://tinyurl.com/IRCGarden

05/06/2026

In the last hour of help us support education and learning for adults and youth in Abilene. We cannot do this work without the ongoing support from community partners!

05/05/2026

Our Education and Learning Department's Student Impact program supports newcomer youth in understanding cultural norms and integrating into Abilene ISD.
Our students enjoy learning about and experiencing American holidays, such as Halloween! Support our youth today for : https://tinyurl.com/IRCGiving

05/05/2026

The IRC in Abilene is pleased to partner with Chrys Mundy at Hendrick Health to highlight the English as a Second Language program. This program ensures that Abilene residents have access to adult education that advances their community integration.
Support adult education work at: https://tinyurl.com/IRCGiving

05/05/2026

Our Education and Learning Department's English classes support Abilene community members, including refugee newcomers, Abilene Christian University students, and Hendrick Health employees.
Your support allows us to continue this vital work. Today is the day to give: https://tinyurl.com/IRCGiving

05/05/2026

Join us today for ! Support adult education, youth mentoring, and digital inclusion for newcomers in the Abilene community!
To give today, go to: https://tinyurl.com/IRCGiving

03/26/2026

Thanks for giving us a shout out!

Let's Celebrate 325 Day 🥳 We want to join the fun by awarding a $325 grant to three local nonprofits. Here’s how ⤵️
1️⃣ Follow the Community Foundation of Abilene page 👍
2️⃣ @ mention your favorite nonprofit in the comments 💙
3️⃣ Share this post for an extra entry!

Contest ends 8 p.m. March 26, 2026. Winners will be notified by 5 p.m. on March 27, 2026. Nonprofits must be a qualifying 501(c)(3) organization and operate in the Abilene, Texas area. Three organizations will be chosen randomly. Good luck!

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02/03/2026

We are thrilled to announce our participation in the 2026 Abilene Gives Launch! Please mark your calendars for May 5th for this year's Abilene Gives: The Final Fiesta🪅

We appreciate the Community Foundation of Abilene for their ongoing support and dedication

01/05/2026

January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness and take action to prevent human trafficking in our communities.
Strong, supportive relationships at home, at work, and in our communities help protect people from human trafficking and other forms of abuse. When individuals are supported, valued, and connected to community, it is harder for traffickers to isolate, manipulate, or control them.
Throughout January, we encourage you to be intentional about deepening connections with people in your daily life—check in, listen, create welcoming spaces, and build trust. Together, we can usher in a future free from human trafficking.

12/20/2025

*PLEASE VOTE ON YOUR FAVORITE GINGERBREAD HOUSE! YOUR VOTE MATTERS*

Between the laughter, the good food, and the moments that reminded us why this work matters, it was the perfect pause to celebrate a team that shows up with heart every single day. This season has been full, demanding, and meaningful, and this time together was so well-deserved.

A big thank you to our friends at The Well for hosting and for providing over 150 gifts for the kiddos in our program. Your generosity helped make the celebration even more special.

Happy Holidays from all of us here at the IRC Abilene!