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This week, many of us watched the news out of Minnesota with deep concern as reports emerged of resettled refugees being detained through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ Operation Post-Admission Refugee Reverification and Integrity Strengthening (PARRIS). This action is unprecedented in our nation’s long history of refugee resettlement and deeply troubling. It has generated fear and uncertainty for people who were welcomed into this country through a legal, life-saving pathway and believed they were finally safe.
Moments like this remind us why the Long Welcome matters and why Canopy’s presence in our community is so critical.
Thank you for the strong show of support during our end-of-year campaign. Together, we raised $69,067. Thank you to the anonymous donors who provided a generous match, and an extra thank you to the 206 community members who committed to making a financial gift to Canopy every month in 2026. These funds will be used where they are needed most in the months ahead, sustaining our case management, youth services, immigration legal services, and much more. Your partnership ensures that families are not navigating uncertainty alone.
January is also Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and we are grateful to stand with survivors. In response to community need, Canopy recently launched services for survivors of human trafficking. We are already seeing an increase in individuals seeking support, and we are honored to be a trusted resource for people who have experienced the heinous crimes of labor trafficking or sex trafficking as they work toward safety and healing. Read more about our new program here.
The year ahead will not be without challenges. But we will continue to show up, advocate for what is right, and walk alongside refugees and survivors with care, determination, and hope.
Thank you for standing with us.
With gratitude,
Joanna Krause
Executive Director
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Support the Long Welcome by making a donation today!
A donation to Canopy is an investment in our community. Your generosity supports neighbors who are navigating new systems, new languages, and new beginnings, ensuring they are not doing it alone. |
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This January, during Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Canopy is launching a new Anti-Trafficking Program to support survivors in Northwest Arkansas and strengthen community prevention efforts. Learn why this program is urgently needed, how Canopy is responding, and how you can help raise awareness and support survivors in our community.
Read More Here
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Join Canopy at the second annual Beloved Festival, held at Crystal Bridges. This free community event celebrates the ideals of love, unity, and community, featuring an evening of multicultural cuisine, live music, art exhibits, and inspiring speeches.
📅 Date: Jan 17th
⏰ Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm
📍Location: Crystal Bridges
600 Museum Way Bentonville, AR 72712
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Join us for our first Chai + Chat of the 2026! This will be a cozy gathering centered on storytelling and connection. These quarterly events bring together Canopy supporters, volunteers, and community members to share chai, conversation, and stories that remind us why a warm welcome matters.
📅 Date: Jan 20th
⏰ Time: 4:00-6:00pm
📍Location: JBU SIMMONS GREAT 1349 W Valley Dr, Siloam Springs, AR 72761
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Thank you for being part of this community of welcome. You can give toward The Long Welcome now, one-time or monthly, using the link below. |
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