The Immigrant & Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)

Mission

IRCO’s mission is to welcome, serve, and empower immigrants, refugees, and people across cultures and generations to reach their full potential. 

Bottom Line

For 50 years, the Immigrant & Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) has been a cornerstone of hope and belonging in Oregon. Founded by immigrants and refugees to support families newly arriving in the state, IRCO has grown into one of Portland’s largest community-based organizations, serving more than 30,000 people each year in Oregon and SW Washington. 

With a mission to welcome, serve, and empower immigrants, refugees, and people across cultures, IRCO reduces obstacles to success while creating pathways to opportunity and connection. From language access and workforce training to youth and senior programs, IRCO ensures that all Oregonians—no matter where they come from—have the chance to thrive. Today, as immigrant and refugee communities face mounting challenges, this work is more critical than ever. 

In the face of rising discrimination and division, your support for this Give!Guide campaign fuels and sustains essential programs that protect, uplift, and empower immigrants and refugees across Oregon. 

Quote

“Healthy Families Oregon is one of the best programs in the world. There were times when I felt overwhelmed and unsure about the future, but my Home Visitor never gave up on us. Having someone believe in our family made a huge difference.”

— IRCO® Healthy Families Client

Incentives

Donate over $250 and receive a “I Stand with Immigrants and Refugees” IRCO graphic tee. 

Partner(s)

Dine for a Cause at Tacovore

Join us at Tacovore on Tuesday, December 1 for a Give!Guide benefit night supporting IRCO (Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization).

Enjoy your favorite tacos, bowls, salads, and more while helping strengthen communities across Oregon. 8% of Tacovore’s total sales that day, both in-store and online, will be donated to IRCO.

Your meal can help support IRCO’s work with immigrant and refugee communities, including access to employment and education, housing and energy assistance, health and wellness services, legal support, and other resources that help people build stable, connected lives.

When: Tuesday, December 1
Where: Tacovore Portland, 3707 NE Fremont St, Portland, OR 97212
How to participate: Dine in or order online. A portion of the day’s sales will directly benefit IRCO.