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Dar Al-Hijrah is located in the heart of one of the largest immigration entry points in the U.S. DAH itself is a community of immigrants and refugees from over 50 countries around the world. And as such, we are more than a faith home to our members, we are their primary resource center for resettlement.
Therefore, over the last two decades, we have developed a full spectrum of services to respond to the needs of our community as they evolve. These include Family Assistance Programs, Self-Sufficiency Classes, and Community Programs & Events.
We work in partnership with many wonderful service providers in the community, and we are proud to collaborate with them to serve our neighbors in need. Our mission is to make a positive and profound difference in our community. Over 500 people a week access one of our social services programs.
Dar Al-Hijrah provides emergency rental assistance as a last resort to those facing eviction. Assistance is given to the most urgent cases up to one time every 24 months. Before completing a Dar Al-Hijrah assistance application, please apply with the county as a first step. This will expedite your case, and help us help you
Please keep these families and all who struggle in your dua.
May Allah (SWT) give ease to these brothers and sisters who are suffering great hardship and stress, and may He move us to care for them in their moment of need.
Brother F recently completed his undergraduate education. He received financial aid while completing his studies that came to an end before he graduated. Brother F has completed his education but due to outstanding fees, has not received his diploma. He is seeking financial assistance to cover the balance so he can receive his degree and is working with an agency to find employment
Sister I lives with her husband and 3 children. Both her and her husband work; however, she was in a car accident that left her hospitalized for close to a month. In that time, her husband was taking care of her and their children, significantly reducing the household’s income and falling behind on rent. Sister I is requesting assistance to catch up on their rent payments.
Sister J is a single, older, woman who lives alone and relies on monthly disability benefits to support herself. She experienced unexpected car repair needs that left her without transportation or access to daily needs. She is requesting financial assistance to pay for the car repairs so that she can have reliable transportation and tend to her needs.
Sister C resides with her son who is the primary earner in the household. Sister C was in a car accident and related bills have led to financial strain and the risk of falling behind on rent. To prevent further hardship and maintain stable housing she is requesting financial assistance to cover her rent.
Sister N resides with her husband. They are an older couple who rely on their daughter for financial support. Their daughter had unexpected financial expenses that have made her unable to cover their rent and they are requesting support with their rent for the month.
Brother E resides with his mother and is the sole provider for the household. He was laid off from his job recently and has medical bills that he is unable to pay for at this time. Brother E is requesting financial assistance as he looks for a new job and seeks to stabilize his family’s situation.
Sister J received a medical diagnosis that required surgery and recovery that left her unable to work. She lives alone and has fallen behind on rent as she was out of work. She has found a job and is looking to complete her education to be able to support herself. She is requesting rental assistance to avoid eviction.
To apply for financial assistance, you must make an appointment to be screened for eligibility by a case manager.
The DAH Food Bank distributes fresh produce and halal chicken every Thursday morning from 9:00am until 11:00am, or when the food runs out. All who are in need are welcome to register for our food bank regardless of their faith, background or legal status.
The DAH Thrift Shop receives donations of gently-worn clothing and lightly used household goods, and sells them at a low cost to help families stretch their household budgets and to help families who are new to the area establish their homes. Families in need are also able to receive vouchers for thrift shop purchases in order to buy essential items.
The thrift shop also provides volunteer work experience to TANF clients in Fairfax and Arlington Counties and the City of Alexandria through the VIEW (Virginia Initiative for Employment, not Welfare) Program.
Donations of new (tags-on) or like-new clothing and small household items can be dropped off daily from 12pm-3pm.
We cannot accept furniture or bulky items.
DAH offers a number of workforce support programs to help newcomers, especially women, contribute to the economic security of their families and the community-at-large.
The Dar Al-Hijrah Social Services Office works closely with area agencies that help put people to work. Please register below to receive weekly emails with opportunities for jobs, job training, workshops and virtual job fairs:
Our Pathway to Empowerment (P2E) Program offers a bridge out of survival jobs and into professional positions with opportunity for advancement.
Transitioning to professional positions in the U.S. can be difficult.
Often, your education and experience abroad doesn’t transfer easily, and you have to start over.
The cost of living is high, and as a result, many get stuck working long hours in low-paying survival jobs.
Candidates will complete an individualized one-year action plan, with the support of a dedicated employment coordinator, that includes upskilling and certification training, mentorship, personal finance classes, and more.
Training programs in high demand fields
Intensive workforce mentoring
Professional networking
Personal finance classes
Wrap-around services
Child care or English language classes
If you are interested, please complete the short form below and you will be contacted within three business days to schedule an interview/information session.
*Note: P2E is NOT a tuition assistance program. It is a one-year, intensive, comprehensive upskilling program. If you are seeking cash assistance only, please do not apply.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination against its customers, employees, and applicants for employment on the bases of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal and, where applicable, political beliefs, marital status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, or all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program, or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the Department. (Not all prohibited bases will apply to all programs and/or employment activities.)
If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at [email protected].
Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities and wish to file either an EEO or program complaint please contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339 or (800) 845-6136 (in Spanish).
Persons with disabilities who wish to file a program complaint, please see information above on how to contact us by mail directly or by email. If you require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) please contact USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD).
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.