*URGENT*

Starting November 1, 2025, a new federal policy will make refugees, asylees, and parolees who have been in the U.S. for less than five years ineligible for SNAP benefits. This change will drastically increase food insecurity for families already struggling to meet basic needs, impacting more than 1,300 individuals in Summit County alone.

The International Institute of Akron is calling on our community to come together and support those most affected.

To view our list of most-needed items, please visit our Donation Room page Here.

If you would like to make a financial contribution to support our efforts, please click the link below.

Thank you.

For information on know your rights and additional materials, please check our “resources” page at the top

Our Mission

We help refugees and immigrants achieve an empowered life with dignity, connection, and belonging.

click here for printable “know your rights” flyers

If you would like to make a donation to assist IIA in our efforts, please click the “donate” button at the top of this page.

If you have material items to donate, please click here or email kevin.walter@iiakron.org

If you are interested in volunteer opportunities please click here or email volunteer@iiakron.org