Afghanistan: Resettlement and How You Can Help in Maryland

Greater Washington DC Area:
Lutheran Social Services National Capital Area (LSSNCA) Hyattsville and Dale City, MD

(Very) Gently used furniture donations
- Contact: Belayneh Loppisso | [email protected] | 571.292.2259
Household items Amazon wishlist
Collect winter items for their immigrant and refugee clients to help them prepare for colder weather.
- They are looking for: winter coats, hats, gloves, scarves, baby winter items, winter socks, and blankets of all sizes before September 24, 2021. See more information here.

International Rescue Committee (IRC), Silver Springs

With its office in Silver Spring, IRC has supported the resettlement of Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders in the DMV.
More information on the work the Silver Spring office does.
The IRC has set up a “Welcome to Maryland” fund to support the resettlement of Afghans in the area. You can donate to the fund online.
The IRC Silver Spring office has a number of volunteer opportunities, including housing set up, leading an effort to fully furnish a new home, family mentors, and more.
- Sign up for an upcoming volunteer orientation here (the next is on Sept. 11th from 12:30-2pm on Zoom).
- See volunteer opportunities here.
The IRC and Homes Not Borders also have an Amazon wishlist.
- They are currently asking for a range of items, including Amazon gift cards.

Accepting Monetary Donations
Volunteer: Apartment set up, Airport pickup, Transportation, Mentorship, Tutoring, ESL Aide, Co-Sponsorship

Homes Not Borders need everything to make a house a home from towels and kitchen utensils to coffee tables and dressers.

See more information here, including a complete list of what they need here, schedule a pick-up, or drop off furniture at their warehouse (3610 East Street Landover, MD) between 10 am and 2 pm every day.