11:30 AM | Downtown Bentonville The Giving Machine has officially arrived in Northwest Arkansas! Located in the Bentonville Square, come experience the Giving Machine from December 5th through December 16th. These innovative machines offer a unique way to support five local nonprofit organizations and two global partners, all while spreading the spirit of giving. Despite…
Read MoreOn Renting to Refugees: A Conversation with Landlord and Developer Lisa Bass
Published November 18th, 2024 | Written by Tyler Stenson, Canopy’s Communications Coordinator Meet Lisa Bass, one of the first female contractors in Arkansas, a business owner, builder, and landlord. A true Arkansan, Lisa has witnessed our region’s growth over the past twenty years. Based in Conway, she has strategically invested in residential building projects across…
Read MoreReflections on Resettlement and National Native American Heritage Month
– A conversation with Canopy Staff Members, Joe Farmer and Tyler Stenson – “There’s nothing wrong with connecting with another culture. Moving beyond acquaintanceships into cross-cultural relationships doesn’t mean we claim the culture; rather, it fosters empathy and understanding. Above all, understanding creates celebration, and if anything, reduces fear.” November marks National Native American Heritage…
Read MoreA Special Edition: Wael Rabeay
In the late spring of 2024, Case Manager Wael Rabeay and Executive Director Joanna Krause sat down over a cup of Chai to discuss an upcoming milestone. In surpassing 800 individuals resettled in NW Arkansas through Canopy, Wael offered his background as a journalist to publish a formal report to celebrate the news. Prior to joining…
Read MorePODCAST | Embracing Diversity: The Journey of Black Immigrants in America
This Canopy Conversations: Juneteenth Special invites listeners in on a candid conversation among Canopy NWA staff members from across the African continent, including a Kenyan born and raised in the US, a Black woman exploring her African roots and a former refugee turned US Citizen as they share their unique perspectives on living and working…
Read MoreFrom Kabul to Northwest Arkansas – Joseph Amin’s Inspiring Journey
Welcome to Canopy Conversations, where we bring you candid and unscripted chats about the work of refugee resettlement in Northwest Arkansas. Together, let’s uncover the diverse experiences and perspectives that shape our community. Meet Joseph Amin, a young gentleman whose journey from Kabul, Afghanistan, to becoming a successful business owner in Northwest Arkansas is nothing…
Read MoreLifting the Veil: My Journey through an Internship at Canopy NWA
As I reflect on my time with Canopy, I can’t help but reminisce about the diverse experiences this internship has given me thus far. I am completing my internship in communication through Canopy for the University of Arkansas, where I am a senior in college. Starting in January of 2024, I was welcomed with open…
Read MoreMeet Peggy Hicks, of the Compassion Coalition of NW Arkansas
APR 25 2024 “In preparing for this interview, I put together some Canopy facts to share. Since 2017, when we began partnering with Canopy, we’ve clothed 688 refugees, totaling $75,680.” – Peggy Hicks, Executive Director of The Compassion Coalition of Northwest Arkansas Can you tell me how the Compassion Coalition got started? It started with…
Read MoreCommunity Celebration: A Women’s Day Gathering
APR 23 2024 Written By: Abea Pendeza, Furaha Mulenga, and Linda Mlongeca Translated to English by Linda Mlongeca Canopy staff members were graciously invited by clients from the Congolese community to partake in a vibrant celebration of International Women’s Day. The event was a lively affair, featuring a rich tapestry of traditional Congolese cuisine, music,…
Read MorePODCAST – A Conversation about New Americans exercising their right to vote.
MAR 18 2024 In this episode, Jonathan Nunez talks about the importance of New Americans exercising their right to vote. Why it’s essential to have your voice heard and ways to connect with your local and state officials. Tune in to gain insights and inspiration to make your voice count. LISTEN HERE Transcript Coming here…
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