Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island

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Welcoming & helping newcomers for more than 100 years

Adult Education | Immigration Legal Services | Translation and Interpretation Services | Family Literacy | Adult Workforce Education | Refugee Resettlement Welcoming & helping newcomers for more than 100 years

Refugee Resettlement | Education | Immigration Services | Translation and Interpretation Services | Family Literacy | Adult Workforce Education

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! From September 15 through October 15, and every day of the year, we celebrate the rich cu...
09/15/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! From September 15 through October 15, and every day of the year, we celebrate the rich cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities here in Rhode Island and around the world.

At Dorcas International, we believe our communities are stronger when everyone is recognized, respected, valued, and included. This month is a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the diversity that enriches our community and reflects the values that guide our work every day: Respect, Integrity, Agility, and Inclusivity.

Join us in celebrating the people, cultures, and experiences that make our community stronger!

Yesterday, members of the Dorcas International community and Rhode Island's Ukrainian community gathered at C**t State P...
09/13/2026

Yesterday, members of the Dorcas International community and Rhode Island's Ukrainian community gathered at C**t State Park in honor of Ukrainian Independence Day to celebrate Ukrainian culture, heritage, and independence.

From games and food, to music and time spent together, it was a beautiful day of connection and community. We’re grateful to everyone who helped make the day possible and to all who joined us to celebrate, preserve culture, and strengthen our community. 💙💛

Слава Україні! Героям слава!

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We’re getting SO excited for next week’s Blue Across Rhode Island volunteer day with our friends at Blue Cross & Blue Sh...
09/09/2026

We’re getting SO excited for next week’s Blue Across Rhode Island volunteer day with our friends at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island! 💙

As we prepare for a full day of teamwork, we’ve been reminiscing on past Blue Across Rhode Island events and all the fun, energy, and serious work these incredible volunteers have brought to Dorcas International over the years.

Next week, their team will be joining us at the Clothing Collaborative to help with our seasonal transition and other projects as we prepare the program for its next chapter. Their support comes at such an important time, and we’re so grateful to have such a strong and dedicated partner alongside us. We truly couldn’t do this work without them.

Dorcas International will be closed tomorrow, Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.We’ll reopen with our regul...
09/06/2026

Dorcas International will be closed tomorrow, Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.

We’ll reopen with our regular hours on Tuesday, September 8. Thank you for understanding, and we look forward to serving you then! ❤️💙

A little Tillie goes a long way! 🐾 A huge thank you to our wonderful long-time volunteer Amy for bringing her certified ...
09/04/2026

A little Tillie goes a long way! 🐾 A huge thank you to our wonderful long-time volunteer Amy for bringing her certified pet therapy pup, Tillie, to Dorcas International each month for some much-needed staff pet therapy. Tillie brought plenty of smiles, cuddles, and a little extra joy to everyone's day!

We’re putting out a call for Restart Kits from the community. We are incredibly low on essential household supplies for ...
09/02/2026

We’re putting out a call for Restart Kits from the community. We are incredibly low on essential household supplies for newly arrived refugee families as they settle into their new homes.

From cleaning and kitchen supplies to bedding, bathroom essentials, and children’s items, these kits provide families with the basics they need to begin rebuilding their lives here in Rhode Island.

We’re asking for new or very gently used items and for donors to assemble a complete kit rather than individual items. Our full kit lists and donation instructions are included in the graphics.

📦 Ready to put together a kit? Please contact Volunteer Services to schedule a drop-off:
📧 [email protected]
📞 (401) 480-1568

Ready to build your English skills, connect with your community, and feel more confident in your everyday life? Registra...
09/01/2026

Ready to build your English skills, connect with your community, and feel more confident in your everyday life? Registration is still open for our fall ESL classes!

📅 Fall classes begin soon!
📍 In-person and virtual options available

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We recently wrapped up Building Your Future: College, Trades & Career Pathways, a four-part workshop series held in part...
08/31/2026

We recently wrapped up Building Your Future: College, Trades & Career Pathways, a four-part workshop series held in partnership with Camp RYSE - Refugee Youth Solidarity through Education!

The series gave refugee youth an opportunity to explore what comes next after high school, with sessions covering community college, four-year universities, career training, apprenticeships, skilled trades, workforce pathways, and college planning and affordability.

We’re grateful to all of the college, training, and workforce partners who joined us to share their expertise and help make these opportunities more accessible to our youth. And a special thank you to Camp RYSE, whose free summer program provides refugee youth with English language learning, enrichment, creative and athletic opportunities, and a strong supportive community.

A huge thank you to the folks at Dunn's Corners Community Church, Presbyterian - PCUSA for their delivery of school supp...
08/28/2026

A huge thank you to the folks at Dunn's Corners Community Church, Presbyterian - PCUSA for their delivery of school supply donations to us earlier this week! We’re so grateful for their longtime partnership, compassion for those in need, and for bringing the supplies to us all the way from Westerly!

With the school year just around the corner, these supplies will help make sure refugee and immigrant youth in our community are ready to head back to school feeling prepared and supported.

This Women’s Equality Day, we recognize women and girls of all identities and backgrounds around the world who continue ...
08/26/2026

This Women’s Equality Day, we recognize women and girls of all identities and backgrounds around the world who continue to face barriers to safety, education, economic opportunity, healthcare, and equality.

For refugee and immigrant women, those barriers can be compounded by displacement, conflict, language barriers, and discrimination. Yet every day, women show incredible strength as they build new lives, support their families, pursue their goals, and contribute to communities around the world.

At Dorcas International, we are proud to stand alongside the women who call our community home and to celebrate all that they bring to it. Every woman deserves safety, dignity, opportunity, and the freedom to shape her own future.

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645 Elmwood Avenue
Providence, RI
02907

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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