Partner With Us
Grassroots Response works in partnership with community organizations, employers, service groups, and volunteers to provide practical, coordinated support to newcomers.
We are a volunteer-led organization. Our impact depends on collaboration, shared capacity, and local relationships.
Why partner with us
Grassroots operates at the community level, responding quickly to real needs while working alongside established organizations.
Partners work with us because we:
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provide housing through guest houses and hosting networks
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mobilize volunteers to fill practical gaps
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support employment through community connections
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adapt quickly to emerging needs
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collaborate rather than duplicate services
We do not replace settlement agencies or professional services. We work with them.
Who we partner with
We partner with a wide range of organizations, including:
Settlement and employment agencies
Community organizations and non-profits
Churches and faith-based groups
Employers and business owners
Service clubs and local groups
Funders and sponsors
Some partners collaborate on specific programs, while others support through referrals, volunteers, space, expertise, or funding.
Partnership areas
Program Partnerships
Organizations partner with us to:
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co-design pilot programs
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support specific populations
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provide referrals or wraparound services
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share expertise or staff time
Housing & Hosting Partnerships
Partners may:
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refer clients for housing support
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help identify hosts
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collaborate on transitional housing solutions
Employment Partnerships
Employers and organizations partner with us by:
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hiring newcomers
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sharing job opportunities
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supporting onboarding and retention
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connecting candidates through trusted networks
Community & Volunteer Partnerships
Groups and churches partner with us by:
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mobilizing volunteers
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supporting donation drives
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offering meeting or program space
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leading or hosting community activities
Pilot programs and targeted support
Grassroots prioritizes displaced Ukrainians through our core programs.
We are also piloting targeted support initiatives in partnership with trusted organizations, including:
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refugee claimants
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women and families in crisis
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government-assisted refugees
These pilots allow us to test approaches, build partnerships, and respond to urgent gaps without reducing support for Ukrainian clients.
Funding and donations directed to specific pilot programs remain within those programs.
Sponsorships and program support
Organizations and businesses may support Grassroots through:
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program sponsorships
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event sponsorships
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in-kind donations
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shared resources or services
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financial donations
Sponsorships help sustain housing, employment, and community support initiatives.