About IM's Eid for Refugees

In the Muslim tradition, Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting and prayer when Muslims commemorate the first revelation of the Quran. Eid, which is the Arabic word for "festival" or "holiday," is a celebratory day that concludes the month of fasting, and it also a day when Muslims focus on community, family, and generosity. Since many of our refugee families are from Muslim countries, Eid is an important celebration to them. Many have fled these home countries because of religious or political persecution. Now that they are here, let's join together to welcome them and celebrate this special holiday. 

Here's how you can help...

1. Sign up to assemble care packages at the Eid work day
2. Donate to provide for refugees' essential needs
3. Fundraise for refugees by asking your friends to donate

It only takes a few minutes to help our newest neighbors!

About this year's Eid Workday Event

While Eid al-Fitr is not until early June, this year's Eid Workday Event will be held at IM's Albert and Ethel Herzstein Building at 3303 Main Street, 77002, on Monday, May 13th. There are three volunteer shifts you can register for this year: one from 4:30- 5:30 pm, one from 6:00 -7:00 pm and one from 6:00 -7:00 pm plus attending a traditional Iftar dinner to break fast with other volunteers and local refugees. To attend one of these three shifts, you must sign up to volunteer. Please see our FAQ page for more.

Thank you for caring for Houston's refugees!