Community Sponsors Application

Community. Partnership. Friendship.

Welcome refugees to Orange County through community sponsorship. As a community sponsor, your group of 7-10 becomes a partner with CWS OC to assist refugee families in securing and furnishing initial housing, connect them with local services, and show them all the things that make our community so special!

Group Basics

7-10 Members
Community Group or Faith Community
4 Month Commitment
Partnered with 1 Client Household
Provide Social Support toward their goals of self-sufficiency
Provide Financial Support of $5,000

If you are ready to make a difference in the life of a refugee family, complete this Interest Form to introduce yourself. We will follow up with more information and next steps.

Legal Name*

First NameLast Name

E-mail*

Birth Date*

MonthDayYear

Gender*

We pair volunteers and clients intentionally in partnerships that work best for the client. We ask about gender to best determine a culturally competent partnership that works for everyone involved. You do not have to conform to the gender binary to serve with us.

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

Group or Individual?*

If a group, who are you affiliated with? How many members do you have in your group?*

If an individual, are you able to find 7-10 people to form a team?*

Are you willing to commit to a 4-month partnership with a Refugee client(s) and/or family? *

Is your group able to commit to supporting $5,000 worth of the Cosponsor Partner's living expenses (rent and/or utilities)?*

If your group is able to provide more than $5,000, please provide capacity.*

Do you have access to short-term or long-term housing for clients?*

What has motivated you to volunteer with CWS?*

Do you speak any languages other than English?*

BEFORE SUBMITTING: By typing your name and submitting this application, you agree that you have read and understand the terms and conditions of service with CWS Orange County outlined in the volunteer Commitment and Confidentiality Agreement, and that all information provided is true and correct.*

Required Forms
to be distributed, reviewed, and signed at a volunteer orientation

Orange County Community Sponsor Application