Christmas Day
The CRIS Office is closed on Wednesday, December 25th, 2024, for Christmas Day.
New Year’s Day
The CRIS Office is closed on Wednesday, January 1st, 2025, for New Year’s Day.
CRIS Employment Program Intake Day
Every Monday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the CRIS Office (4645 Executive Drive), the CRIS Employment team will host intake for any work-authorized refugees, asylees, and immigrants who have been in the country for less than five years in need of job placement support.
January Good Neighbor Training
Attending a Good Neighbor Training is the first step to becoming a CRIS volunteer. The next Good Neighbor Training is on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025, from 6-8 PM. RSVP today!
CRIS Employment Program Intake Day
Every Monday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the CRIS Office (4645 Executive Drive), the CRIS Employment team will host intake for any work-authorized refugees, asylees, and immigrants who have been in the country for less than five years in need of job placement support.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The CRIS Office is closed on Monday, January 20th, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
CRIS Employment Program Intake Day
Every Monday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the CRIS Office (4645 Executive Drive), the CRIS Employment team will host intake for any work-authorized refugees, asylees, and immigrants who have been in the country for less than five years in need of job placement support.
“Who do we welcome?” Info Session
Curious about refugees and the work CRIS does? Join us for “Who do we welcome?” on Monday, December 16th, from 6-7:30 PM.
Thanksgiving Day
The CRIS Office is closed on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024, for election day.
Ukrainian Legal Clinic
Refugee Adjustment Day is on the first Wednesday of every month to help refugees who have been physically present in the U.S. apply for lawful permanent resident status.
November Good Neighbor Training
The Good Neighbor Training is the first step to becoming a CRIS volunteer. It's also a great way to learn more about refugees in our community.
Haitian Legal Clinic
The Haitian Legal Clinic is held on the first and second Tuesdays of every month to help support Haitians in Central Ohio in need of immigration legal assistance. For more information, email a CRIS paralegal.
Veterans Day
The CRIS Office is closed on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024, for election day.
Refugee Adjustment Day
Refugee Adjustment Day is on the first Wednesday of every month to help refugees who have been physically present in the U.S. apply for lawful permanent resident status.
Election Day
The CRIS Office is closed on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024, for election day.
October Good Neighbor Training
The Good Neighbor Training is the first step to becoming a CRIS volunteer. It's also a great way to learn more about refugees in our community.
Welcome Teams 101 -- IN PERSON
Learn about CRIS Welcome teams during a one-hour informational session.
Indigenous Peoples' Day
The CRIS Office is closed on Monday, October 14th, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Central Ohio CROP Walk
The Central Ohio CROP Hunger Walk is an annual event hosted in partnership with Church World Service.
Welcome Teams 101 -- VIRTUAL
Learn about CRIS Welcome teams during a one-hour informational session.
CRIS 5K + Advocacy Fair
Join us for our eleventh annual 5K + Advocacy Fair--where every step counts!
Pathways to Belonging: A Guide to Voting in Ohio
This event is geared towards first-time voters, New American citizens, immigrants and refugees, and anyone seeking to understand the voting process in Ohio.
CRIS at Clintonville Farmers Market
Come visit the CRIS table at the Clintonville Farmers Market!
CRIS at Pickerington Farmers’ Market
Come visit the CRIS table at the Pickerington Farmers' Market!
CRIS at Franklinton Good Market
Come visit the CRIS table at the Franklinton Good Market!
July Good Neighbor Training
The Good Neighbor Training is the first step to becoming a CRIS volunteer; it’s also a great way just to learn more about refugees.
This is a two-hour training led by CRIS staff that teaches the basic contexts of refugees in the United States, raises awareness of refugees’ valuable contributions, and provides a guide to building relationships with our new American neighbors. Trainings are hosted monthly, either in person at the CRIS office or remotely via Zoom. The July training is set for Wednesday, July 17th, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Register below and we will send you additional information!
Columbus Nations Cup
Join CRIS Community Connectors (CC) on Saturday, July 13th, for their largest annual event: the Columbus Nations Cups. It’s a one-day soccer tournament held at Pathways Park (4475 Sunbury Rd | free parking) starting at 8:00 AM. All ages and skill levels are welcome…or just come out and be a fan! The Columbus Symphony will play a special halftime performance. All funds raised for CC go directly to serving students and allows the program to serve any New American youth regardless of eligibility or status. Any questions or interest in supporting can be emailed to Program Manager Jeremy Hollon.
An Evening of Celebrating the Columbus Crossing Borders Project
CRIS is hosting an evening of celebration for the Columbus Crossing Borders Project. This will be the last time all 34 refugee-centered original pieces will be on display together. Currently at auction online, this evening celebration will include the auction finale. All proceeds from the auction will directly support the work and mission of CRIS. Make plans to join us at the CRIS Office (4645 Executive Drive) for this special one-time celebration.
World Refugee Day Block Party
This will be a family-friendly celebration of the strength, beauty, and cultures of the refugees and immigrants in our community, featuring global arts and crafts activities for families, as well as music, food, and dance from around the world. Stop by the CRIS Office (4645 Executive Drive) on Saturday, June 22nd, between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM to join in the fun!
Church of the Resurrection Celebrates Columbus Crossing Borders Project
An opportunity to experience the 34-piece refugee-centered art exhibit the Columbus Crossing Borders Project, Church of the Resurrection (6300 E Dublin Granville Rd, New Albany, OH 43054) will host it on Thursday, June 6th, from 6-9 PM during an evening reception featuring special guest speakers connected to the exhibit.
Worthington Presbyterian Church Hosts Columbus Crossing Borders Project
An opportunity to experience the 34-piece refugee-centered art exhibit the Columbus Crossing Borders Project, Worthington Presbyterian Church (773 North High Street) will host it on Saturday, June 1st, from 10 AM - 1 PM. Open to the public—stop in!
CCS Elevate at CRIS
CRIS team members Kasee Cannon and Jeremy Hollon will be hosting Columbus City Schools Superintendent Dr. Angela Chapman and her Community Facilities Task Force Team at the CRIS office for a panel discussion on Thursday, May 30th, from 5:30-7:00 PM. The panel discussion will delve into the practical aspects of the relationship between education, facilities, and the community. Contact Kasee for further details.
Otterbein University Hosts Columbus Crossing Borders Project
An opportunity to experience the 34-piece refugee-centered art exhibit the Columbus Crossing Borders Project, the Miller Gallery at Otterbein University (33 Collegeview Road, Westerville, OH 43081) will host it May 10th-24th as follows:
Open to the public on business days 9 AM - 4 PM and weekends 1 PM - 4 PM (closed for Mother’s Day)
View the collection anytime the gallery is open between May 10th-24th, and make plans to join us on the final evening, Friday, May 24th, between 6-8 PM for a reception featuring artists from Columbus Crossing Borders.
May 2024 Good Neighbor Training
The Good Neighbor training is the first step to becoming a volunteer; it’s also a great way just to learn more about refugees.
This is a two-hour class led by CRIS staff that teaches the basic contexts of refugees in the United States, raises awareness of refugees’ valuable contributions, and provides a guide to building relationships with our new American neighbors. The next Good Neighbor Training will take place on Tuesday, May 7th, from 5:30-7:30 PM, both virtually (via Zoom) and in person at the CRIS Office (4645 Executive Drive). Contact Flannery Rokeby-Jackson for additional information.