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The Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping refugees and immigrants successfully settle in the Mohawk Valley region by offering programs that promote independence and full participation in the greater community.

We’re counting down the top 10 reasons to support The Center during Mohawk Valley Gives. Early giving opens on Monday, S...
09/10/2026

We’re counting down the top 10 reasons to support The Center during Mohawk Valley Gives. Early giving opens on Monday, September 14. The big day is Friday, September 18!

Education is a powerful tool for integration and empowerment. Our ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program successfully teaches over 300 refugees and immigrants annually, helping them gain vital language skills needed to navigate their new lives and build connections in our community. The classes are possible through a partnership with the NYS Office for New Americans and Mohawk Valley Community College.

Building a strong community is at the heart of our mission. This past year, we conducted community education classes twice per month that covered over 100 topics such as, how to write a resume, financial literacy, disease prevention, and safety strategies. Your financial support of these classes will empower refugees to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to be responsible members of the community, ultimately enhancing their integration into our society. Anyone is welcome to participate in community education sessions that may be relevant for them.

https://www.givemv.org/organizations/the-mohawk-valley-resource-center-for-refugees

We’re counting down the top 10 reasons to support The Center during Mohawk Valley Gives. Early giving opens on Monday, S...
09/09/2026

We’re counting down the top 10 reasons to support The Center during Mohawk Valley Gives. Early giving opens on Monday, September 14. The big day is Friday, September 18!

The Center is committed to the health and safety of our community. The Center participates in the Health Equity Task Force facilitated by Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS), which includes many community partner organizations, and administers a Community Navigator Program. The Center’s Community Navigator program, a partnership of community-based organizations, began in April 2021 in direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Partner organizations recruited refugees, immigrants, and members of underrepresented groups to serve as paid Community Navigators to implement a comprehensive outreach strategy intended to reach residents in target neighborhoods with populations disproportionately affected by the COVID pandemic. The program has evolved from addressing COVID-19 to include new partner organizations, as well as additional health priorities including heart disease & stroke prevention, nutrition, diabetes, and is expanding to address mental health. We now have 12 Community Navigators, covering 9 languages, who attend hundreds of outreach and community events, providing health education and connection to health and social support resources for the community.

"September Food Sense" from Catholic Charities of Oneida & Madison Counties Scan the QR code on the food sense flier to ...
09/09/2026

"September Food Sense" from Catholic Charities of Oneida & Madison Counties

Scan the QR code on the food sense flier to order for the month of September. You can order an assorted box for $20.50, then mix and match the specials depending on what you like!

Translated versions supported by the New York State Office for New Americans Immigrant Resource Program at The Center and completed by the translation department TONE Translate

We’re counting down the top 10 reasons to support The Center during Mohawk Valley Gives. Early giving opens on Monday, S...
09/09/2026

We’re counting down the top 10 reasons to support The Center during Mohawk Valley Gives. Early giving opens on Monday, September 14. The big day is Friday, September 18!

The Center’s annual festival is an opportunity for everyone in the Mohawk Valley to come together and joyfully celebrate the many cultures whose traditions contribute to our one beautiful community. This year’s event is a special collaboration with Mohawk Valley Community College celebrating World Peace Day at the MVCC Utica Campus from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Every year, The Center is proud to host a vibrant community event honoring the rich cultural diversity that defines Utica—a city shaped by generations of immigrants and refugees who have made it their home. This celebration brings together residents of all backgrounds through music, dance, food, and storytelling, highlighting the global heritage that strengthens our community.

Mohawk Valley Gives is a dynamic, community-driven event dedicated to supporting local nonprofits in Herkimer, Oneida, and Otsego counties. Powered by the Community Foundation, this celebration of generosity empowers individuals, businesses, and nonprofits to come together and make a meaningful impact. Participants can donate to a wide range of nonprofits, fostering a spirit of collaboration and community engagement.

Art Credit Lindy Callahan

09/06/2026

The Center will be closed on Monday, September 7, to honor the Labor Day holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8 at 8:00 am.

Thank you to everyone who donated to our Back-to-School Drive! We gave out over 200 backpacks filled with school supplie...
08/31/2026

Thank you to everyone who donated to our Back-to-School Drive! We gave out over 200 backpacks filled with school supplies to our refugee families—from kindergarten through college. We’re beyond thrilled that this was made possible through everyone’s generosity and support.

We’re still accepting school supply donations throughout the rest of the year, so please consider donating. Thank you all for your continued generosity! Our students are ready to start the school year with confidence! 😊📚🎒

We’d also like to give a special shout-out to our amazing volunteers who helped pack and organize the backpacks. We’re truly grateful for their time and assistance!

If you’re interested in giving or volunteering, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator [email protected] to learn more.

*New Program* - Contact us today for supportWellness Support Program for Ukrainian RefugeesПРОГРАМА ПСИХОЛОГІЧНОЇ ПІДТРИ...
08/27/2026

*New Program* - Contact us today for support
Wellness Support Program for Ukrainian Refugees
ПРОГРАМА ПСИХОЛОГІЧНОЇ ПІДТРИМКИ ДЛЯ УКРАЇНСЬКИХ БІЖЕНЦІВ
ПРОГРАММА ПОДДЕРЖКИ ПСИХИЧЕСКОГО ЗДОРОВЬЯ ДЛЯ УКРАИНСКИХ БЕЖЕНЦЕВ

Program Coordinator: Arthur Youngaeff, [email protected]
КООРДИНАТОР: Артур Янгаєв

The Center was delighted to support our Ukrainian friends at the raising of the Ukrainian flag at Utica’s City Hall on A...
08/26/2026

The Center was delighted to support our Ukrainian friends at the raising of the Ukrainian flag at Utica’s City Hall on August 25, 2026.

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201 Bleecker Street
Utica, NY
13501

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13157381083

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