Valentine Family Run for Refugees

The African Community Center of Denver (ACC) is a refugee resettlement agency with a mission to help refugees and immigrants rebuild safe, sustainable lives in Denver. They welcome families fleeing persecution from all over the world, from countries such as Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ukraine, and others. 

In FY2023, ACC welcomed over 1,350 refugees & immigrants- the highest number they’ve ever welcomed during a twelve month period. They need support from the community to continue providing services to the increasing number of newcomers arriving in the U.S.

ACC staff members walk alongside these individuals as they work to rebuild their lives in Denver. Private donations help fill in the gaps for newcomers who need a bit of extra support in their initial months in the U.S. - helping pay a utilities bill, a grocery cart full of essential food items, or a bin filled with cleaning supplies.

$25 provides initial hygiene items for a refugee family 

$50 provides a cleaning kit for a newcomer’s apartment 

$100 provides new sheets and pillows for a family 

$150 provides a twin bed frame & mattress for a refugee child 

$250 provides a full cart of groceries including fresh fruits & vegetables 

$500 provides a partial rent payment to a family struggling with medical concerns

This May, supporters, volunteers, and refugee community members will come together to Run for Refugees at the Colfax Marathon races on May 18th & 19th. In addition to raising awareness for ACC, participants have the opportunity to set a fundraising goal to reach ahead of race day.

Not a runner? No problem!  Click on the link above to make a donation.  100% of your donation will go to helping refugees.

Want to join the Valentine crew on race day? Come run with us! You can sign up for a race at runcolfax.org & select ACC as your charity partner.