A bold, nonpartisan 501(c)(4) organization dedicated to winning policy change for the world's most vulnerable people — refugees and immigrants in America.
Refugee Affairs Action Fund was established in 2005 when a coalition of legal advocates, community organizers, and formerly displaced individuals recognized that charitable services alone couldn't fix a broken system. Real change required political power.
As a 501(c)(4) social welfare organization, we are uniquely positioned to do what traditional charities cannot: lobby legislators, run issue advocacy campaigns, mobilize voters, and hold elected officials accountable.
We are nonpartisan — but we are never neutral. We stand unequivocally on the side of human rights, due process, and the legal protections that America has promised to those who seek safety here.
Unlimited advocacy and lobbying. We can fight for policy change directly — no restrictions.
We work with Republicans, Democrats, and Independents who share our commitment to human rights.
To advance federal and state policies that protect, empower, and provide pathways for refugees and immigrants — through advocacy, legislation, coalition-building, and public mobilization.
An America where every refugee and immigrant is treated with full legal dignity — where the law reflects our highest democratic values, not our fears.
We deploy every legal tool available to a 501(c)(4) organization to move the needle on policy.
Our lobbyists work on Capitol Hill and in state legislatures — meeting with elected officials, testifying at hearings, and drafting legislation.
350,000+ supporters. Coordinated phone banks, town halls, and district visits to flood Congressional offices with constituent pressure.
Research reports, op-eds, media campaigns, and digital content to shift public narrative and counter misinformation about refugees and immigrants.
Partnering with immigration lawyers and civil rights groups to challenge unlawful policies and set legal precedents that protect millions.
Veteran advocates, former refugees, seasoned attorneys, and political strategists — united by one mission.
Former State Dept. refugee coordinator. 22 years in immigration advocacy.
Ex-Senate Judiciary staff. Architect of our legislative strategy on asylum reform.
Built our 350K-person network from the ground up. Specialist in grassroots mobilization.
Arrived as a refugee in 2009. Now bridges communities and government on behalf of our members.
Advocacy works when people power it. Your signature, your voice, and your dollars move mountains in Washington.