Support Our Mission
Your generosity helps refugees and immigrants build new lives in Houston.
Your Impact
Every dollar directly supports families starting over in a new country.
What Your Donation Provides
See how contributions at every level transform lives.
Welcome Essentials
Provides basic hygiene supplies, cleaning products, and household essentials for a newly arrived refugee family.
First Week Groceries
Stocks a family's kitchen with culturally appropriate food for their first week in the United States.
First Month's Rent
Helps cover a refugee family's first month of housing costs as they work toward financial independence.
Ways to Give
Multiple ways to support our mission and the families we serve.
Financial Donation
Make a one-time or recurring financial contribution. Your donation is tax-deductible and goes directly to supporting refugee families and community programs.
Donate OnlineAmazon Wishlist
Browse our Amazon Wishlist to find specific items that refugee families need most — from kitchen supplies to school materials. Items ship directly to our office.
View WishlistFurniture & Supplies
Donate gently used furniture, household items, clothing, and supplies. We furnish apartments for arriving families and always need essential items.
Contact UsVolunteer Your Time
Volunteers are the backbone of our organization. Whether you have a few hours a month or want to commit to a regular schedule, there are many ways to help:
- ✓Airport welcome teams for newly arriving families
- ✓Apartment setup and furnishing
- ✓ESL tutoring and conversation partners
- ✓Youth mentorship and tutoring
- ✓Administrative and office support
- ✓Event planning and community outreach
- ✓Transportation assistance
- ✓Cultural orientation guides
Tax-Deductible Contributions
ECDC is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You will receive a tax receipt for your records.