Accessibility tools button Enable Recite Accessibility tools
Dorcas International white header logo Dorcas International black header logo
Menu

Free immigration help & information to help make ends meet available for immigrants residing in Providence

More Information

There are many different ways to help us welcome all seeking to call Rhode Island home.

How You Can Help

Dorcas International stands with the people of Ukraine. Information, resources & help are available here.

Resources

Dorcas International strives to create a welcoming environment for all, working to empower newcomers and Rhode Islanders alike for more than 100 years.

Thank you to all who helped us celebrate 100 years of service to Rhode Island!

How We Help

Services helping immigrants, refugees, and all Rhode Islanders

Get Involved!
Ways To Give

There are many ways to help us help refugees, immigrants and vulnerable Rhode Islanders get what they need to live the life they deserve. We provide services to thousands of people each year, and truly need the support of our community to ensure that all of our programs and services are readily available and accessible to those who need it most.

Please consider contributing to our mission today. We are grateful for your help!

  • money icon

    Funds

    Please consider helping us help those who need it most by giving today.

  • shirt icon

    Goods

    Sometimes, it’s the smallest comforts that have the greatest impact.

  • clock icon

    Volunteer

    It takes a diverse community to build and develop the strengths of individuals.

Discover All Ways To Give

Latest News & Events

View All News & Events

Story Spotlight

“It’s very rare people recognize you for just being a human being.”

For Ada Uzia Boaz and Chance Boas living in Tanzania’s refugee camps meant surviving in very difficult conditions. A great deal of their time was spent waiting for food rations, clean drinking water – and especially – waiting decades for a permanent home. Despite the struggles, life went on amid the suffering.

Read Our Stories

Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island strives to create a welcoming environment for all, working to empower the most vulnerable among us for the past 100 years. We meet our clients where they are by providing integrated, wraparound programs and services helping those seeking to overcome educational, cultural, economic, and language barriers.