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.
February Good Neighbor Training
Attending a Good Neighbor Training is the first step to becoming a CRIS volunteer. The next Good Neighbor Training is on Sunday, February 9th, 2025, from 2-4 PM. RSVP today!
CRIS at Mozart's Cafe
We invite you to join us on Saturday, January 25th, from 4-8 PM at Mozart’s Cafe (4784 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214).
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.
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.
New Year’s Day
The CRIS Office is closed on Wednesday, January 1st, 2025, for New Year’s Day.
Christmas Day
The CRIS Office is closed on Wednesday, December 25th, 2024, for Christmas Day.
“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.