IMMIGRANT FAMILY RESOURCE PROGRAM
Do you need assistance applying for resources in Illinois? QCAIR can help with applications for SNAP, MEDICARE / MEDICAID, SEAP, and other programs.
Download the IFRP Flyer for more information in in English, Spanish, and Arabic - French is coming soon)
For appointments text (563) 639-5491 or email qcair@qcair.org
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR DACA
QCAIR can help you apply for scholarships of up to $500 to pay for DACA renewal fees.
QCAIR puede ayudarlo a solicitar becas de hasta $500 para pagar las tarifas de renovación de DACA.
For more information contact
Para mas informacion contacte
text (563) 639-5491 or email qcair@qcair.org
IMMIGRANT FAMILY SUPPORT PROJECT
You may be eligible for financial assistance if you are:
- Immigrant/Refugee 18+
- Affected by Covid-19
- Illinois resident (6+ months)
- Did NOT receive stimulus checks or government assistance (food assistance, unemployment, medicaid)
Download the IFSP Flyer for more information in in English, Spanish, Arabic, and French.
For appointments text (563) 639-5491 or email qcair@qcair.org
QUALITY - COLLABORATION - ADVOCACY - INTEGRATION - RESPECT
QCAIR works with immigrants and refugees in three main areas.
We provide direct services through our core programs, such as our Immigrant & Refugee Navigator Program, Citizenship Education Workshops, and the Emergency Fund.
We educate the Quad Cities Area on what immigrants and refugees add to our community through cultural events such as our Annual Citizenship Honor Dinner.
We refer immigrants and refugees to partners who already provide the services to meet immediate and long term needs.
CORE PROGRAMS
Immigrant & Refugee Navigator Program
Citizenship Education Workshops / New American Initiative;
DACA Education and Outreach;
Immigrant Family Support Project;
Illinois Family Resource Program;
Community Gardening Plots;
Business Support; and
When we create services, we seek partner with other agencies in the Quad Cities whenever possible.
QCAIR Citizenship Educaiton Support (English)
QCAIR Citizenship Education Support (French)
CULTURAL EVENTS
Annual Citizenship Honor Dinner;
QuadCities World Cultures Festival (with St. Ambrose University and World Affairs Council of the QC); and
Smaller events, such as a fashion show.
EMERGENCY FUND
QCAIR keeps an emergency fund to help immigrant and refugee families on a one-off basis by providing a grant to qualifying individuals and families in need.
The guidelines are that the request should be from an immigrant/refugee who:
Arrived in the US in the last five years;
Was referred by another agency or can demonstrate they have approached other service providers; and
Is asking for less than $500 and has a written plan to resolve the underlying issue which caused the emergency.