Our History
Founded in 2007 as a resource for refugee families seeking to adjust to their new lives in the United States, At Refugees Assistance Center (RAC) we help refugees rebuild safe, sustainable lives in San Diego through supportive networks of people, services and community activities.
The United States has a long tradition of offering refuge to those fleeing persecution and war. The Refuges Assistance Center (RAC)
San Diego supports newly arrived refugees from Asia, Middle east, Africa, and Latin America and other countries in crisis by providing services.
Our Mission Statement is to help refugges rebuil safe, sustainable lives in San Diego through supportive networks of people, services and community activities.
Our Vision
To be an integrative center of multicultural exchange where community members feel a sense of belonging and actively contribute to an inclusive society.
Our Impact
We are proud to have served our community for almost 15 years. RAC is a supportive community, empowering men, women, and children to rise out of isolation and integrate into life in San Diego. We are so thankful for the community, who put their trust in us, and the community members, who make our ongoing work possible. We couldn’t have done it without the support of our community and partners! We are grateful for our volunteers and donors who continue to uplift our work.