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East Tennessee's only refugee and international protected class resettlement agency with branches in Knoxville and Chattanooga.

We are a Bridge to a new life, prosperity and welcoming community for Refugees.

09/19/2026

Unified communities are Welcoming communities.

Swipe to meet our Welcoming partners who joined us this week in showing Knoxville and Chattanooga the necessity in creating space for everyone – including refugees.

Stop by to check them out or help us thank them online!

09/16/2026

Welcomer:
noun: one that greets hospitably and with courtesy or cordiality

Everyone is from somewhere. Everyone has a story.

What’s yours?

Bridge’s Welcomers and Clients come from around the world!

Help create a map of Bridge’s far-reaching community of Welcomers.

Follow the link (https://padlet.com/pgreen69/welcoming-week-project-where-are-you-from-5z43lx9uluec3ny3), select ‘Post’, and add a pin to your hometown.

09/10/2026

Join us for Welcoming Week!

Stories We Share: The Courage to Connect

When: September 10-19

What: Welcoming Week is a global celebration aimed at building communities where everyone feels seen.

Why: We build welcoming communities when we intentionally connect, listen, learn, and show up for one another.

Three Ways to Welcome Refugees During Welcoming Week:

1. Visit our Welcoming Tables!

Knoxville:
* The Hive Bookshop Children’s Story Hour | 9/12
* KUB Fall Volunteer Fair | 9/17

Chattanooga:
* Mad Priest Coffee | 9/16

2. Support specific client needs.

Knoxville:
* New/Gently Used Children’s Coats

Chattanooga:
* $25 Uber and Walmart Gift Cards

3. Add this post to your story and tag Bridge. Word of mouth goes a long way!

Become a Year-Round Welcomer.

Support, empower, and connect with your neighbors year-round!
* Tutor English (no exp. required).
* Transport clients.
* Become a Youth Mentor.
* Connect Bridge to your community.
* And much more!

Connect with us.
Chattanooga: [email protected]
Knoxville: [email protected]

Or visit:
bridgerefugees.org

07/08/2026

Culturally appropriate food security is a part of our clients' identities and all the more important now that they are losing SNAP benefits.

Since October 1, 2025, Bridge has been able to donate over 20,000 pounds of significant food, and United Way of Greater Knoxville and Sherwood Media are helping us to share the story.

06/20/2026

In East Tennessee, refugees bring economic growth by filling important jobs in hospitality, manufacturing, food service, retail, healthcare, and warehousing industries, among others.

East Tennessee is also home to several refugee-owned businesses: construction companies, trucking enterprises, restaurants, catering services, party suppliers, painting contractors, and independent artists.

Refugees are our neighbors, coworkers, fellow students, business owners, and friends.

We need to ensure all refugees have the right to seek safety and a new start. Stand with us as we advocate for our clients Until Everyone Is Safe.

Get involved:
⟢ Volunteer.: Visit our website to learn more - bridgerefugees.org
⟢ Spread the word.: Share our posts and educate your community.
⟢ Stand with us.: Help build a community of belonging and safety.

06/19/2026

Myth: Refugees are a burden on the economy and do not contribute financially.
Fact: Refugees contribute as workers, entrepreneurs, and taxpayers, strengthening the US economy in numerous ways.

Refugees produced a net positive fiscal impact of $123.8 billion over a 15 year period.
(US Department of Health & Human Services - 2024 published study)

In a 2023 report, findings showed there were approximately 188,000 refugee entrepreneurs in the US who generated $5.1 billion in business income.
(American Immigration Council - 2023 Report)

Refugees add immense value to local economies and communities through their hard work, resources, expertise, and skills. Champion their rights to rebuild and thrive.

06/18/2026

Within their first 5 years of arrival in the US:
87.9% of working-age refugees find employment in the labor force
22.6% of refugees pursue a degree or certification
20.9% of refugees have become homeowners
(ORR - Annual Refugee Survey 2023)

Everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve self-sufficiency, pursue a career, and establish a new home—but this is only possible when they are able to live in safety.

“No one is safe until the most vulnerable among us are. When people are forced to flee their homes, we all have a role to play. Ensuring protection for refugees strengthens communities, promotes stability, and saves lives.” - UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency

06/17/2026

Historically, the United States has received more refugees for resettlement than any other country in the world.

Since 1975, 3 million refugees have resettled in the US. (USA for UNHCR)

In 2024 alone, 105,500 refugees resettled in the US and began to call it home. (USA for UNHCR)

Welcoming refugees is a part of our nation’s DNA. Let’s continue the tradition of creating communities where refugees can find safety and belonging.

06/16/2026

Did you know there are 42.5 million refugees worldwide? (UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, Global Trends Report - June 2024)

This means that 1 out of every 195 people on earth have been forced to flee their home due to persecution.

Follow for more facts as we recognize and honor those who have fled.

Address

4420 Whittle Springs Road, Suite A
Knoxville, TN
37917

Telephone

+18655401311

Website

https://www.bridgerefugees.org/

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