Providing support and color to Ukrainian refugees in the United States.

WHAT WE DO

URSA aims to support Ukrainian refugees through the motions of everyday life by providing mentorship and guidance. 

LANGUAGE ACQUISITION

URSA helps break language barriers through our uniquely designed English-learning curriculum

AVAILABLE RESOURCES

In addition to our extensive resources, URSA sheds light on existing support systems

FORMS

URSA provides vital assistance by guiding refugees through the complex process of filling out essential paperwork.

  • “My daughter learned new words and phrases through URSA and excitedly taught the rest of [our family] !”

    -URSA MENTEE PARENT

  • "URSA began as a mentoring program that helped me develop my English and adjust to a new country. To me now, it goes much beyond that. I've found a friend—we even trade American and Ukrainian recipes.”

    -URSA MENTEE

  • “Navigating the world around me was impossible without URSA. Not only have I learned so much, but I have also made a friend.”

    -URSA MENTEE

  • “The label ‘refugee’ often minimizes my experiences and needs. Forming real connections and mentorship has had the most positive impact in my transition.”

    - URSA MENTEE

  • “Thank you URSA for being instrumental in helping me find a sense of comfort and belonging in the U.S.”

    -URSA MENTEE

  • “I can’t express my gratitude for URSA enough. My mentor helped me learn the complexities of a new culture which made coming to a new country that much easier.”

    -URSA MENTEE

WHO ARE YOU?

I AM A REFUGEE

Do you feel overwhelmed or unsure of how to navigate the United States? If you want to connect with a tight-knit community of mentees and mentors to improve your proficiency and fluency as a permanent resident in the States, sign up, and we will pair you with one of our talented mentors.

I WANT TO BE A MENTOR

URSA believes mentorship can be a beacon of hope and stability for those striving to rebuild their lives in the United States. By becoming a mentor, you'll provide invaluable guidance, support, and friendship to refugees as they navigate unfamiliar territories, cultures, and systems.

I AM HERE TO HELP

Aside from mentorship, URSA is always excited to welcome allies and supporters to our community. From donations to partnerships, there is no creative limit to how we can aid Ukrainian refugees and we encourage novel and unique collaborations. If you would like to collaborate with our organization in any capacity, fill out our contact form or send us an email and we will reach out within 5-7 business days.