Welcome to
International House

Embracing Refugees and Immigrants . . . One Life at a Time

What is International House?

International House is a non-profit, non-denominational Christian organization committed to sharing the love and light of Jesus Christ with refugees and other internationals living in the Fort Wayne area.

At the same time, International House respects the right of each individual to decide his own religious preference and provides services without regard to religious preference.

PEOPLE IMPACTED

4000

CURRENT VOLUNTEERS

200+

COUNTRIES SERVED

60

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Our Programs

International House programs foster relationships and offer services to help immigrants and refugees thrive in their new homes.

We focus on creating meaningful friendships that encourage understanding while supporting the deep emotional and relational needs of our refugee and international friends. Our staff and volunteers offer a safe space where questions can be asked, and individuals can feel known and loved.

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Some of the success stories

Sewing New Possibilities

When a woman arrives from a refugee camp and lands in Fort Wayne, her world is suddenly and radically different. The weather is colder, the people are foreign, and the customs are strange. There is a great deal to adapt to and adjust to as she navigates this new world. Many times as ladies join the sewing program at International House, one of the first obstacles she encounters, outside of the language barrier, is making choices. Simple things that American women take for granted, are milestones for a newly arrived international.

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