“Newcomers”

Migrant Integration Project & Shelter

Newcomers Project Integrates 40 Migrant Families & Establishes Transitional Shelters

MD's "Newcomers" program has begun providing transitional housing to migrant families who are homeless or in dangerous living situations, prioritizing single parents with children. MD is leasing 2 housing units, one in Silverthorne and one in Breckenridge, thanks to the support of Summit County and the Town of Breckenridge.  

 Since late last fall, Mountain Dreamers' "Newcomers" migrant integration project has welcomed 40 families with intensive support to help them get oriented and "on their feet". MD's Spanish speaking team has offered the Newcomers not only invaluable assistance, but also sincere friendship and a trusted guiding hand through the disorientation and culture shock of arriving in a new country and new community. 

 Thanks to the Rose Community Foundation of Denver, the Colorado Health Foundation, and generous local donors for helping us support and welcome Newcomers to Summit! 

 
 
 

Two of MD’s Newcomer families with their newborn Summit babies!

New program for recently arrived migrants

Immigrants and their families have been the backbone of our region for decades, and today Mountain Dreamers and local residents make sure we remain a community that’s welcoming and supportive of newly arrived migrants.

Volunteer Amy - one of many Summit residents coming together to support new migrants.

“Newcomers” mission

To provide emergency community integration. An immigrant mentor will guide individuals through the social and cultural resources and act as a mediator between families and organizations to increase opportunities and eliminate barriers.

Thanks to Knights of Columbus and Columbia Outlet for winter coats for 70 African migrants!

Goals:

  • Create independent families thru:

  • Knowledge of community resources

  • Cultural Orientation

  • Education, Job, & Health navigation

  • Housing