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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 30/09/2026

Friendly reminder that the "When ICE Melts" — Documentary Screening & Panel Discussion (and potluck!) is on 10/4, that's this weekend! We will have a table at the event so feel free to come say hi! Full Details: freedomactionnow.org/take-action/... 1/2

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 29/09/2026

Open Doors for Refugees is looking for laptops to help support members of our refugee community. We are currently seeking Windows 11 laptops and Macbooks from 2019 or newer. For donations or questions, please email mptollef@gmail.com. Thank you for your support!

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 29/09/2026

The African Center hosts an important discussion this Thursday at 6pm on immigration and civic engagement: africancentermadison.org/event/do-imm... This is open to all interested to attend!

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 24/09/2026

At Open Doors, we’ve been distressed by the many Trump era cuts in programs devoted to global public health. So we’re excited to learn that building resilient health systems worldwide is the topic of the United Nations Ass. of Dane Cty’s annual lunch, Sunday, October 25, at Holy Wisdom Monastery.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 23/09/2026

The good folks from Free the 15 Defense Committee presenting and hosting a screening for the documentary "When the ICE Melts" on Oct 4th at Madison Labor 1602 S.Park St. Room 201 abc Potluck!: 3pm-4pm Film: 4pm-5:30pm Panel: 5:30pm-7pm The attached poster has details and special guest list!

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 23/09/2026

Questions /Concerns About Immigration Policies? Join Fitchburg Resists Date: September 24 Time: 7-8:30 p.m. Location: Memorial United Church of Christ 5705 Lacy Road Info: fitchburgresists.org

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 16/09/2026

We at ODFR would like to spotlight our friends over at Madison College - Wolf Club Corner, who just recently were awarded a grant of $18000 from the great people of the Women's Collective of Dane County for their short term drop-in child watch service. 1/2

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 16/09/2026

Support a family in need through this online auction fundraiser. All items have been donated by community members and local businesses. This is a wonderful and meaningful way to welcome immigrant families to Madison. www.32auctions.com/madison-neig...

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 14/09/2026

Open Doors is looking for childminding volunteers! Madison International Partners: Tuesday/Thursday morning (10:00 to 11:30 AM), Thursday evening (6:00 to 7:30 PM) The UW: A monthly Saturday afternoon (1:30-3:30 PM); female volunteers only Please email jason@odfr.org with your availability.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 10/09/2026

Our friends at Centro Hispano run the terrific Becas Scholarship program, which provides financial aid to talented youth in Madison’s Latinx community. This Saturday morning, September 12, at 11 am, supporters will gather to celebrate some of these young people. Join us! www.micentro.org/becas

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 04/09/2026

The annual Milwaukee event is coming to Madison this week! Eat Halal Milwaukee is partnering with restaurants across Madison to showcase Halal menu options. For more info, follow the link here: eathalalmke.com/hrw-madison

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 28/08/2026

Thanks all for joining us last Saturday, to our guest star who made the first kick! Hundreds of raffle tickets were sold, and well played to Forward Madison for holding Charlotte Independence to a draw.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 28/08/2026

Last week, our move-in team helped furnish an apartment for a family from Peru, who, after some months living with relatives in Madison, were finally able to move into their own place. Thanks to our wonderful donors, these people now have a fully furnished living room, dining room, and bedroom.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 20/08/2026

Heads up! This Saturday, August 22nd, is Open Doors for Refugees night at Forward soccer! Open Doors will get a share of the gate, as well as a portion of any raffle tickets our volunteers sell during the match. Come out and join us! Admission tickets can be had here: odfr.org/soccer

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 19/08/2026

It's time for back to school and the wonderful people over at the International Institute of Wisconsin are hosting a Back to School Supply Drive on 8/28/26. "A backpack, notebook, or box of pencils may seem small, but for a child in need, it can make all the difference." 1/2

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 19/08/2026

For more info: friendsofukrainemadison.org/2026ukrainef...

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 17/08/2026

Come cheer on Forward Madison FC this Saturday, August 22nd while supporting a great cause! A portion of every ticket purchased will be donated to Open Doors for Refugees. There will also be a 50/50 raffle! Sign up by August 19th. Get your tickets & learn more: secure.qgiv.com/for/supporto...

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 14/08/2026

Volunteers needed! A portion of all ticket sales to the Madison Forward soccer match on Saturday, August 22, goes to Open Doors for Refugees. We are also looking for a dozen volunteers to sell raffle tickets during the game.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 12/08/2026

The Literacy Network's federal funding for refugee services, about $200,000 annually, is ending this summer, bringing support for this program down to $0. Together we can continue to provide these services for our students! Details: www.litnetwork.org Donate: wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebL...

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 12/08/2026

Join MASCP for a Pupusa Dinner and 40th Anniversary Celebration. Hear from recent delegations to El Salvador and enjoy music and a silent auction. RSVP HERE: mascp.org/rsvp/

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 07/08/2026

Mark your calendars! On August 22nd, ODFR is partnering with Forward Madison. A portion of all ticket sales will go directly to us, helping to continue the work we do. If you enjoy soccer and want to support our mission, come watch the match on August 22nd.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 06/08/2026

We’re happy to say that last week Open Doors partnered with Jewish Social Services, Wisconsin Literacy, and Human-I-T to provide about two dozen laptops to refugees. Our volunteers are offering follow-up computer literacy training for those who want it.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 05/08/2026

Join ODFR for an evening of soccer and community at the Forward Madison soccer match. 🎉⚽ A portion of all ticket sales and additional donations will help fund the vital services of Open Doors for Refugees, supporting local refugees make Madison home! Info on tickets: odfr.org/soccer

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 22/07/2026

Wortfm interviewed our Executive Director Jason Mack on the topic of how we, ODFR and the community, can help local refugee families in the face of policy that threatened access to food and healthcare. Hear the full interview, for free, at the link below: www.wortfm.org/open-doors-f...

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 22/07/2026

Community and Connections! Special Event! Evento Especial!

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 15/07/2026

Dismantling Detention, a campaigns being hosted by Indivisible, is a blueprint on how to push back against Ice detentions centers safely. The link below has ways that communities, no matter how small, can help our friends and family being affected. indivisible.org/campaigns/di...

4 poster/protester boards faned out on top of the greater United States. From Left to right they have the words
Top: ICE OUT / NO ICE DETENTION CAMP / NO ICE CAMP HERE
Bottom: CLOSE THE CAMPS
the bottom poster has two mega phones 1 on the left and one on the right both with yellow lightning bolts coming out, likely to indicate sound.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 08/07/2026

The East Madison Community Center needs volunteers to keep their weekly food pantry running! The pantry runs on Tuesday mornings with shifts from 8am-12pm or 9am-1pm for July and August. Call EMCC at 608-249-0861 and ask to speak to Sarah or email her at sjacobsen@eastmadisoncc.org

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 08/07/2026

Join We Are All America and various organizations for a seven month check in on the state of refugee, asylum, and humanitarian programs. Registration: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 02/07/2026

ON THIS ONE DAY, Thursday, July 2, please bring food to the Madison Labor Temple, Unit 115, at 1602 S. Park St., 8 am to 8 pm. See graphic for suggested items. [2/2]

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 01/07/2026

Throwing it back to one of our community outreach events with Monroe Street Farmers Market! Reach out to us to discuss tabling opportunities, presentations, or other ways we can engage with your community.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 30/06/2026

Save the date for We are All America's (WAAA) National Refugee Advocacy Day. Registration and info: weareallus.org/waaa-nationa... This is a day where communities speak directly to those in power. WAAA mobilize immigrants and refugee leaders from across the country to meet with representatives.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 29/06/2026

A huge thank-you to the sponsors of last week's potluck! They helped to make everything in this event remain free to the public. 🫶 Thanks to: - UW Health - The Sow's Ear - Group Health Co-op of South Central WI - Jewish Social Services - Mad City Coders - Madison Sourdough - Team Latih Realty

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 27/06/2026

Listen to a discussion on the recent Supreme Court decision that allows the current administration to illegally deport over 350,000 people: drive.google.com/file/d/1aE6-... Please reach out to your reps and ask that they do whatever is in their power to push back on this clear abuse of authority.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 24/06/2026

Thank you, Sun Prairie United Methodist Church (SPUMC)! We were awarded a grant from their annual garage sale. The proceeds from the donation will help continue the work we do to support refugees making Madison their home!

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 20/06/2026

Tomorrow, rain or shine, our free community potluck begins at 12pm at the Elver Park Pavilion! Join us and performers Tani Diakite, Gloria Hays, and Cumbia Cachaca for an international potluck that is available to everyone! Please bring a dish if you can! All are welcome.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 18/06/2026

We'd like to make a huge thank-you to UW Health for being our host sponsor at this year's potluck, planned for June 21st! odfr.org/picnic

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 17/06/2026

#WorldRefugeeDay Urge Congress to take action! Toolkit: cwsglobal.org/action-alert... Look up your elected officials: usa.gov/elected-officials

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 16/06/2026

There's something for everyone at this year's community potluck! -A giant parachute, soccer & volleyball -Bookmark making, flower arranging, beaded necklaces & henna art -MSCR's Clay on the Move Van & Madison Children's Museum Roadshow, and more! Find us at the Elver Park pavilion this Sunday!

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 12/06/2026

We'll have a quick talk about the picnic at the next Patchwork event this Sunday at 10:30am! But the main event at Patchwork this Sunday will be a presentation by JustDane.org, who help individuals and families involved in the criminal justice system. Childcare is provided! - patchworkmadison.org

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 10/06/2026

The fine people over at Dane County United Nations Association will be hosting a Culinary Passport Dinner on 7/15/26. It will be a night to celebrate Cuban culture, cuisine, and the immigrants/refugees who have brought it to us! Get tickets and details below: www.tickettailor.com/events/unada...

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 07/06/2026

We're currently tabling at the Monroe St Farmer's Market until noon today (at the Edgewood Highschool parking lot). Stop by and say hi!

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 06/06/2026

Shout-out to Tom, who has been sharing our work and others' (like CILC and Voces) at the farmer's market every Saturday! Stop by his table today or next Saturday to learn more! If you'd like to help as well, please share our upcoming community picnic: www.facebook.com/share/1B7pR3...

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 04/06/2026

The henna art of Madison Mehndi has joined the list of great activities available at the Open Doors for Refugees free summer potluck picnic, on July 21st, at Elver Park. If you’ve never experienced the magic of henna design, here’s your chance! www.instagram.com/madison.mehn...

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 03/06/2026

It's finally Pride Month, the time of year when we focus on LGBTQ+ peoples, events and a time to celebrate those of us who are LGBTQ+. To help with celebrating we made this handy Pride BINGO sheet to give everyone ideas on how to immerse one's self in LGBTQ+ culture!

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 29/05/2026

Thank you to Bloom Bank Shop for their generous donation! On May 1st, as part of the 'A Day Without Immigrants' protests, Bloom Bank Shop set aside a large sum of proceeds and donated this to ODFR. We are so grateful to local businesses like Bloom for their help.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 28/05/2026

The Madison Public Library will once again have a table at the Open Doors for Refugees summer potluck, on June 21st at Elver Park. Staffers will be there to tell you about library programs and to help people get library cards. It’s yet one more reason to come to this free community picnic!

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 28/05/2026

The good people at Arbor Good Neighbor House are hosting an open house event on 5/28/26 ODFR will be manning a table where you can learn more, in person, about who we are and what we do! So please feel free to stop on by and say hi! Learn more about AGNH: agnh.org

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 20/05/2026

May 1st was a day of action, a day where people from all walks of life, came together and marched, Immigrant workers, students, families, labor unions, faith leaders, and allies came together across WI to stand (or in this case march) in solidarity!

Two photos stacked vertically of the May Day march and protests in Wisconsin from 2026. Both photos filled with people shoulder to shoulder with signs protesting I.C.E. and our government as a whole for their recent actions.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 15/05/2026

We are happy to report that the annual Open Doors for Refugees picnic will once again include a table, manned by the African Center, where people can get information on services available to local immigrants and refugees. The picnic is on Sunday, June 21, at Elver Park, from 12 to 3 p.m.

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Open Doors for Refugees @odfr.org · 13/05/2026

Jennifer Vanasco shares with us the art installation called "Dear Laila," from Basel Zaraa, a story of a father teaching his daughter Laila, the story of their homeland, Palestine, family, and the journey of being a refugee. You can listen (or read) below at the link below! tinyurl.com/4rjvd9f4

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