Amaanah

June 11th- July19th World Cup Watch Partys
2026-06-11 - 2026-07-19
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Job and Resource Fair June 27th
2026-06-16 09:00 - 2026-06-17 12:00 UTC
Join the Job and Resources Fair on June 27, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Connect YMCA.
This event provides a direct opportunity to connect with employers, explore current job openings, and access resources that support your employment and career advancement.
Whether you are seeking new employment or career growth, this is an opportunity to take a meaningful step forward.
Please mark your calendar and ensure you do not miss this opportunity.
We look forward to seeing you there.
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World Refugee Day June 20th
2026-06-20 09:00 - 13:00
In collaboration with 12 other refugee resettlement organizations, this event will celebrate culture, resilience, and the strength of refugee communities across Houston. Volunteers will help bring the community together for a day of connection, activities, and celebration.

19th Annual Back to School Event July 25th ( Volunteer opportunities starting July 23rd, 24th and the 25th)
2026-07-25 08:00 - 17:00
19th Annual Back to School Event July 25th ( Volunteer opportunities starting July 23rd, 24th and the 25th)
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Amaanah is honored to serve as the fiscal agent for this year’s Back to School Drive. Together, we are working to distribute 5,000 backpacks to underserved students and families across our community, and we cannot accomplish this without volunteers like you.

Guiding Stars Scholarship Reception Luncheon
2026-08-01 12:00 - 15:00
On Saturday, August 1, we will host our Guiding Stars Scholarship Reception Luncheon, a special gathering celebrating the remarkable achievements of this year’s Guiding Stars Scholarship recipients. This event provides an opportunity to recognize the resilience, determination, and academic success of refugee students as they pursue higher education and brighter futures. Together with our scholarship recipients, supporters, community partners, and sponsors, we will celebrate the transformative power of education and the impact that collective generosity can have on the next generation of leaders.
As this is a private event, attendance is by invitation only. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our generous sponsors, donors, and supporters whose commitment makes the Guiding Stars Scholarship Program possible. Your investment continues to open doors, remove barriers, and inspire hope for students striving to achieve their dreams. Thank you for believing in the potential of every Guiding Star.

Home Transformations (Tentative)
2026-10-01 - 2026-11-30
Coming Soon

Ride with Refugees
2026-10-31 09:00 - 22:30
Amaanah Refugee Services is excited to partner with Ride with Refugees for a day of fun, fitness, and community October 31, 2026. While cyclists take part in the event’s 7-mile ride, Amaanah will host a Mini Soccer Clinic for younger children and youth who are not yet old enough or are unable to participate in the bike ride.
Led by coaches and volunteers from our Amaanah Lions Soccer Program, the clinic will introduce participants to the fundamentals of soccer through engaging games, skill-building activities, and teamwork in a safe and welcoming environment. The event provides every child with an opportunity to stay active, build confidence, make new friends, and experience the joy of sports regardless of age or ability. We are proud to collaborate with Ride with Refugees in creating an inclusive event that brings families together while promoting health, wellness, and community for refugee and immigrant youth.

Community Cup 2026
2026-11-14 09:00 - 15:00
Join us on Saturday, November 14, for the 3rd Annual Amaanah Community Cup, a day dedicated to celebrating community, culture, and the unifying power of soccer. This annual tournament brings together refugee youth, local players, families, volunteers, and community supporters for a fun-filled day of friendly competition and connection. Teams will compete throughout the day while participants and spectators enjoy an atmosphere centered on inclusion, teamwork, and belonging.
The Community Cup is more than a soccer tournament . It’s an opportunity to build relationships across cultures, celebrate the achievements of our Amaanah Lions, and showcase how sports can create pathways to leadership, confidence, and opportunity. Whether you’re playing, volunteering, or cheering from the sidelines, we invite you to be part of a day that reflects the spirit of unity and welcome that defines Amaanah Refugee Services. Together, we’re building stronger communities for one game at a time.
RAINDROP TURKISH HOUSE

Big Sister Circle Graduation
2026-12-12
On Saturday, December 12, Amaanah Refugee Services will proudly celebrate the graduation of our newest Big Sister Circle cohort during a private ceremony honoring the incredible women who have completed this transformative nine-month journey. Throughout the program, participants have built lasting friendships, developed new skills, strengthened their confidence, and taken important steps toward creating stable, independent lives for themselves and their families. Graduation marks not only the completion of the program, but the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunity, resilience, and hope.
This special celebration would not be possible without the generosity of our sponsors, donors, volunteers, and community partners. Your unwavering support has empowered these remarkable women with mentorship, education, essential resources, and a welcoming community as they begin their new lives in Houston. To our graduates’ congratulations! Your perseverance, courage, and determination inspire us all. We are honored to celebrate this milestone with you and look forward to seeing all that you accomplish in the years ahead.

Rays of Change Gala
2027-02-20
Save the date for Amaanah Refugee Services’ Rays of Change Gala, an inspiring evening dedicated to celebrating resilience, community, and the transformative impact of welcoming and supporting refugees as they build new lives in Houston.
Join us as we bring together community members, partners, and supporters to reflect on the lives changed through Amaanah’s programs and look ahead to the opportunities we can create together. The evening will feature powerful stories, meaningful connections, and a shared commitment to empowering refugee families to thrive.
Save the date and join us as we continue to be Rays of Change in our community.
