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ANNUAL END OF SUMMER COMMUNITY FESTIVAL

  •  09/02/2025 21:00

ARIO celebrates its 3rd Annual End of Summer Community Festival at Blue Lake Regional Park.

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AFRICAN REFUGEE IMMIGRANT ORGANIZATION

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working to empower african refugee/immigrant youth and families to be at their fullest potential.

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We are constantly reminded that "It takes a village" to both raise a child and take care of a village as well. ARIO strives to be that village and source of foundation for the collective refugees and immigrants in our community.

Our Story

ARIO began as a community-led organization by young first-generation refugees who sought resources, improvement and success for their collective community.

Our Team

We could not achieve the work we continue to do without or amazing staff, community volunteers and board of directors.

Quote of the Month
"Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu.” — A person is a person through other people.
- South African (Zulu) Proverb

Refugees & Families Served

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Community Events Held

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Testimonials

 

ARIO has stepped up and supported my family in a pivotal way. During one of our greatest struggles and financial burdens, along with having to provide for our children, ARIO eased my stress by providing resources and assistance that I and my family are tremendously grateful for.

Fatima Abukar
Housing and Utility Services Department
 

I have been volunteering for ARIO for a little over a year now and absolutely love being part of their work. Thei team of staff is exceptional in organizing events and ensuring that volunteers have everything they need to assist clients and community members. From FREE FOOD FOR ALL to other community events, I enjoy volunteering for ARIO and hope to continue this wonderful partnership.

Jennifer Kirkland
Volunteer
 

Upon my arrival to the United States, I had no assistance and no clue as to what to do. My family needed food and clothes and I need employment to ensure that we can keep our apartment. My wife cannot work and takes care of our children. ARIO has helped me find employment as well as assisted in applying for healthcare coverage my entire family. To this day, I continue to rely on ARIO and the amazing work they do.

Mamadou Kiamini
Employment and Training Services
 
 

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Volunteer

ARIO's work is at the center of community empowerment and improvement. With our various programs for families and youth, we are always for volunteers to contribute to the work we are doing. If you are available, please reach out to us.

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Donate

Your generous support makes it possible for us to continue running our programs and ensure that we provide quality and culturally specific services to our communities.

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Come To Our Events

ARIO hosts various events throughout the year, ranging from specific to both cultural and seasonal events. Check our events calendar for our upcoming activities and come celebrate with us.

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