The WES Mariam Assefa Fund supports catalytic efforts to create more inclusive economies for immigrants and refugees in the U.S. and Canada. Through grantmaking, impact investing, and partnerships, we support organizations and leaders that are focused on:
In Toronto, the escalating housing crisis and gaps in federal funding have led to the city’s shelters reaching and even exceeding capacity. As a result, many recent refugees and asylum seekers have had to sleep on the city streets. While the allocation of ...
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The WES Mariam Assefa Fund selects grantee and investee partners and awards funding through a range of mechanisms, including outreach to aligned organizations and calls for proposals.
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