News posts about ODFR and our interactions with the local community. Also includes content about past ODFR events.
On Saturday, February 15th, the Delta Beer Lab will be hosting a meat raffle to fundraise for Open Doors. Day: Saturday, February 15thTime: 2pm – 4pmLocation: Delta Beer Lab (167 E Badger Rd , Madison, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53713) https://www.facebook.com/events/818524603741334 Meat will be provided by Jenny Street Market. The event will close out with… Read More
This Tuesday, February 4th, you are welcome to join a free event that is part of the Wisconsin Union Directorate Distinguished Lecture Series. DLS will be hosting author and activist Amer Zahr, who “will discuss his experience of growing up as a Palestinian-American. Zahr will also further explore comedy as a form of activism, and… Read More
Open Doors to Stand With the Community. Refugee leaders across the US who had for months braced themselves for an attack on services to refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers and undocumented workers did not have long to wait. Within hours after his swearing in as 47th US President, Donald J Trump issued Executive Order “Realigning the… Read More
RPCVs of Wisconsin-Madison invites you to participate in the 44th annual Freeze for Food 5k/10k run/walk on March 1, 2025 to raise funds for Open Doors for Refugees. Whether you are returning to the race, or this is your first time, Freeze for Food is a great way to show up for our Madison refugees…. Read More
We are looking for volunteer childcare workers to support a class for refugee women on Madison’s northside. We hope to recruit a team of 6 that can cover 1 – 3 90-minute shifts per week, watching children ages 0 – 5 while their mothers learn English and other life skills. Please email [email protected] to express interest. The… Read More
Jason Mack sat down with Gil Halstead to discuss the future of resettlement and where our organization intersects. If you are looking to understand more about us and the people we serve, please take a listen to the conversation here: https://www.wortfm.org/open-doors-for-refugees-needed-now-more-than-ever/
Saturday, November 23rd, from 1:00pm-3:30pm at the Catholic Multicultural Center – 1862 Beld Street, Madison. I hope you can join us to immerse yourself in an afternoon of fashion, photography, creative energy, and women’s empowerment. Witness the unveiling of Afghan fashion designer, Shamla’s captivating clothing line, a collection of hand-embroidered garments inspired by diverse cultures… Read More
We are seeking two more Volunteer Coordinators to co-lead the engagement of new volunteers interested in joining the exciting programs of Open Doors for Refugees (ODFR)! The coordinators fall into two roles: Volunteer coordination is a key function for the successful operation of ODFR and we aim to actively celebrate the contributions of all volunteers…. Read More
At Open Doors, we take in furniture and household items from the community to help set up homes for incoming refugees. If you’d like to take part, please check the list below for the latest of our needs. Please email [email protected] if you have items you wish to give! Thank you so much! Looking for… Read More
Join the Organizing Committee for the Freeze for Food Fundraiser! Are you passionate about supporting refugees? Open Doors for Refugees (ODFR) seeks a Volunteer Coordinator for our Freeze for Food 5K/10K, sponsored by the Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Wisconsin-Madison. This event raises funds for programs to support our mission to welcome refugees in Madison…. Read More
