Open Doors for Refugees
@odfr.org
Open Doors for Refugees is a volunteer-driven organization whose mission is to help refugees make a home in the Madison, WI, area.
Check us out at odfr.org
Check us out at odfr.org
Join the Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership tomorrow, October 6, for Trick or Trade, an opportunity to meet contractors and union representatives and learn more about careers in the skilled trades
Tuesday October 6 | 3–6 PM
Labor Temple
1602 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
Hope to see you there!
Tuesday October 6 | 3–6 PM
Labor Temple
1602 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
Hope to see you there!
October 5, 2026 at 8:48 PM
Join the Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership tomorrow, October 6, for Trick or Trade, an opportunity to meet contractors and union representatives and learn more about careers in the skilled trades
Tuesday October 6 | 3–6 PM
Labor Temple
1602 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
Hope to see you there!
Tuesday October 6 | 3–6 PM
Labor Temple
1602 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
Hope to see you there!
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/...
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We will have a table at the event so feel free to come say hi!
Full Details:
freedomactionnow.org/take-action/...
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September 30, 2026 at 6:04 PM
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/...
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We will have a table at the event so feel free to come say hi!
Full Details:
freedomactionnow.org/take-action/...
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A recent case study shows how Sauk County’s growing involvement with ICE means local law enforcement is playing an increasingly active role in immigration enforcement.
wisimmigration.substack.com/p/case-study...
wisimmigration.substack.com/p/case-study...
Case Study -- How Sauk County Sheriff Aids ICE
From turning people over from the jail to renting cell space, the Sauk County Sheriff has ramped up collaboration with ICE in the past 18 months.
wisimmigration.substack.com
September 29, 2026 at 5:54 PM
A recent case study shows how Sauk County’s growing involvement with ICE means local law enforcement is playing an increasingly active role in immigration enforcement.
wisimmigration.substack.com/p/case-study...
wisimmigration.substack.com/p/case-study...
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 [email protected].
Thank you for your support!
We are currently seeking Windows 11 laptops and Macbooks from 2019 or newer.
For donations or questions, please email [email protected].
Thank you for your support!
September 29, 2026 at 12:19 AM
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 [email protected].
Thank you for your support!
We are currently seeking Windows 11 laptops and Macbooks from 2019 or newer.
For donations or questions, please email [email protected].
Thank you for your support!
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!
This is open to all interested to attend!
September 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM
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!
This is open to all interested to attend!
CWS recently outlined the indefinite refugee ban and halt to funding. The article outlines the current state of the actions taken by the Trump administration against refugees and what you can today to help. See the full article here and linked in the comments.
cwsglobal.org/.../daily-st...
cwsglobal.org/.../daily-st...
Daily State of Play: Trump’s Indefinite Refugee Ban and Funding Halt - CWS
The Trump administration’s indefinite refugee ban, stop work orders and prolonged delays in reimbursement for resettlement agencies have had a devastating impact on tens of thousands of refugee famili...
cwsglobal.org
September 25, 2026 at 4:42 PM
CWS recently outlined the indefinite refugee ban and halt to funding. The article outlines the current state of the actions taken by the Trump administration against refugees and what you can today to help. See the full article here and linked in the comments.
cwsglobal.org/.../daily-st...
cwsglobal.org/.../daily-st...
Tickets can be had here:
www.unadane.org/current-even...
www.unadane.org/current-even...
Current Events
UNA-USA Dane Chapter Events
www.unadane.org
September 24, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Tickets can be had here:
www.unadane.org/current-even...
www.unadane.org/current-even...
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.
September 24, 2026 at 4:22 PM
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.
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!
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!
September 23, 2026 at 9:14 PM
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!
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!
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
Join Fitchburg Resists
Date: September 24
Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
Location: Memorial United Church of Christ
5705 Lacy Road
Info: fitchburgresists.org
September 23, 2026 at 12:43 AM
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
Join Fitchburg Resists
Date: September 24
Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
Location: Memorial United Church of Christ
5705 Lacy Road
Info: fitchburgresists.org
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.
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September 16, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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.
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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...
www.32auctions.com/madison-neig...
September 16, 2026 at 1:55 AM
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...
www.32auctions.com/madison-neig...
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 [email protected] with your availability.
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 [email protected] with your availability.
September 14, 2026 at 2:46 PM
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 [email protected] with your availability.
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 [email protected] with your availability.
UpNorthNews, a digital, local Wisconsin-based newspaper, released an article on "3 ways to take action against ICE in Wisconsin." The primary way is opposing 287(g) agreements, which are partnerships between local and federal agencies. Check out the article here:
upnorthnewswi.com/local/things...
upnorthnewswi.com/local/things...
3 ways to take action against ICE in Wisconsin
Your guide to protesting ICE and standing with immigrant communities in Wisconsin.
upnorthnewswi.com
September 11, 2026 at 7:45 PM
UpNorthNews, a digital, local Wisconsin-based newspaper, released an article on "3 ways to take action against ICE in Wisconsin." The primary way is opposing 287(g) agreements, which are partnerships between local and federal agencies. Check out the article here:
upnorthnewswi.com/local/things...
upnorthnewswi.com/local/things...
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
www.micentro.org/becas
September 10, 2026 at 5:28 PM
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
www.micentro.org/becas
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
eathalalmke.com/hrw-madison
September 4, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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
eathalalmke.com/hrw-madison
Our friends at Voces de la Frontera are throwing their 2026 gala on Friday, September 18, at the Potawatomi Casino Hotel in Milwaukee. It will be a wonderful evening of community and collective power. Reserve your ticket now!
vdlf.org/2026-gala/?e...
vdlf.org/2026-gala/?e...
2026 Gala - Voces de la Frontera
Build the Movement. Be the Movement. Join us Join Voces de la Frontera for an unforgettable evening of community, celebration, and collective power. 🎟 Get Tickets ♥ Become a Gala...
vdlf.org
September 3, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Our friends at Voces de la Frontera are throwing their 2026 gala on Friday, September 18, at the Potawatomi Casino Hotel in Milwaukee. It will be a wonderful evening of community and collective power. Reserve your ticket now!
vdlf.org/2026-gala/?e...
vdlf.org/2026-gala/?e...
Join the River Food Pantry for their next community meal on Thursday 9/3 from 12-2pm at 3301 Packers Avenue, Madison. This week's menu:
Patty Melt OR Miracle Patty Melt
Scalloped Potatoes
Veggies
Salad
Fresh Fruit
Dessert Bar
Patty Melt OR Miracle Patty Melt
Scalloped Potatoes
Veggies
Salad
Fresh Fruit
Dessert Bar
August 31, 2026 at 7:09 PM
Join the River Food Pantry for their next community meal on Thursday 9/3 from 12-2pm at 3301 Packers Avenue, Madison. This week's menu:
Patty Melt OR Miracle Patty Melt
Scalloped Potatoes
Veggies
Salad
Fresh Fruit
Dessert Bar
Patty Melt OR Miracle Patty Melt
Scalloped Potatoes
Veggies
Salad
Fresh Fruit
Dessert Bar
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.
August 28, 2026 at 6:16 PM
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.
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.
August 28, 2026 at 3:01 AM
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.
Voting is one of the tools we, the people, have to affect actual change. We encourage everyone to make a plan, get informed, and vote on Nov 3rd!
The good folks over at ACLU of Wisconsin have a handy guide at the link below to help do all those things!
www.aclu-wi.org/issues/stren...
The good folks over at ACLU of Wisconsin have a handy guide at the link below to help do all those things!
www.aclu-wi.org/issues/stren...
Key decision-makers are up for election on November 3rd! You have the power to shape Wisconsin and your community.
Make a voting plan at www.aclu-wi.org/issues/stren...
Make a voting plan at www.aclu-wi.org/issues/stren...
August 26, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Voting is one of the tools we, the people, have to affect actual change. We encourage everyone to make a plan, get informed, and vote on Nov 3rd!
The good folks over at ACLU of Wisconsin have a handy guide at the link below to help do all those things!
www.aclu-wi.org/issues/stren...
The good folks over at ACLU of Wisconsin have a handy guide at the link below to help do all those things!
www.aclu-wi.org/issues/stren...
Open Doors is now hiring a Director of Programs to manage and expand a growing set of services!
Interested? Details here: odfr.org/now-hiring-a...
Interested? Details here: odfr.org/now-hiring-a...
Now Hiring a Director of Programs | Open Doors for Refugees
Position Title: Director of ProgramsReports To: Executive Director (ED)Compensation: $60,000 plus benefits including health care. Location: Remote-based, with regular in-person meetings in and around...
odfr.org
August 25, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Open Doors is now hiring a Director of Programs to manage and expand a growing set of services!
Interested? Details here: odfr.org/now-hiring-a...
Interested? Details here: odfr.org/now-hiring-a...
Catholic Charities of Madison has their mobile food pantry today. Check it out at 726 Main St at 4pm!
August 24, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Catholic Charities of Madison has their mobile food pantry today. Check it out at 726 Main St at 4pm!
And a PS: We are still looking for volunteers to sell those raffle tickets. Please consider signing up. We need people power to take advantage of this terrific fund-raising opportunity.
volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/#/...
volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/#/...
Bloomerang Volunteer
Volunteer experiences that inspire.
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August 20, 2026 at 5:58 PM
And a PS: We are still looking for volunteers to sell those raffle tickets. Please consider signing up. We need people power to take advantage of this terrific fund-raising opportunity.
volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/#/...
volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/#/...
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
odfr.org/soccer
August 20, 2026 at 5:58 PM
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
odfr.org/soccer