Dane County Immigration Justice Resources 

The Immigration Justice Mission Team, knowing that many are looking for ways to effectively engage with the justice issues before us, have prepared a guide to those local immigration justice organizations doing the frontline work of addressing the needs of vulnerable immigrant and refugee communities. This guide is also set forth below in its entirety.

As we continue to “Welcome the Stranger,” we strive to move from rhetoric to action. If there are any questions you have or ideas you have please reach out!

We invite you to (1) LEARN about the work of some organizations; (2) JOIN an organization; (3) SUBSCRIBE to their newsletter; (4) VOLUNTEER where the opportunity exists; and (5) DONATE when possible. Each website has a buttons tab for each of the above.



As you explore these organizations, you will notice some of the organizations use social media to spread information, while also communicating behind the scenes in ways that protect their communities.

Thank you for your engagement and support!

Pastor Julia

Dane County Immigration Resources

1.      Dane Sanctuary Coalition. A coalition of 18 congregations and organizations that provide services to immigrants and refugees. A project of Wisconsin Faith Voices For Justice (WFVFJ) in partnership with Centro Hispano and Voces de la Frontera. Current major initiative is the Volunteer Driver Program. Website:  danesanctuarycoalition.org.

2.      Dane County Department of Human Services. The Dane County Department of Human Services includes an Immigration Affairs unit that assists immigrants and refugees in Dane County through partnership with community organizations. Website: [email protected]

3.      Centro Hispano. The premier nonprofit organization (NGO) serving immigrant communities in Dane County. Website: micentro.org.

4.      Voces de la Frontera. A membership-based community organization whose mission is to protect and expand civil rights and worker rights through leadership development, community organizing and empowerment. Website: vdlf.org.

5.      Jewish Social Services (JSS). Has a long history of resettling refugees and immigrants in Dane County. Provides services to all people while specializing in serving the Jewish and immigrant community. [email protected].

6.      Worker Justice Wisconsin (WJW). WJW supports the safety, stability and agency of victims of human trafficking and labor exploitation. Website: workerjustice.org.

7.      Open Doors For Refugees (ODFR). A volunteer driven organization that helps refugees make a home in the Madison area. Works closely with Jewish Social Services. Website: www.ODFR.org

8.      Catholic Multicultural Center (CMC). Provides vulnerable people with basic need, education and employment services such as getting proper documentation. Website: cmcmadison.org

9.      Community Immigration Law Center (CILC). A pro bono organization that provides a full range of immigration legal services. Website: cilcmadison.org

10.  Literacy Network. Long-standing organization that makes extensive use of volunteers in teaching literacy to those looking to learn English. Website: litnetwork.org

LEARN; JOIN; SUBSCRIBE; VOLUNTEER; DONATE