Hi Community! Some of you have probably already read my story in one of our newsletters, but today I want to share my experience working here at Luminus. As an Afghan woman, I feel an immense sense of gratitude, belonging, and purpose working for this incredible organization.

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Hi community! I hope this message finds you well and in good spirits. Today, I want to share with you why I love Luminus. Luminus is a place where many people feel safe. From school issues, SNAP applications, English classes or legal matters, immigrants and refugees feel…

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Hi Community! “What do you do from the heart?” (O que você faz de coração?). In Brazil, this is a very common expression that refers to when you do something that you genuinely love. It’s a question that comes in our minds as we reflect on our 42-year journey…

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Greetings Community! At Luminus, we are deeply committed to illuminating the path for countless immigrants and refugees who seek better lives, security, and brighter futures. Our mission is to offer essential services, guiding individuals and families through the intricate maze of adjustment. In a world that often feels…

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Pat Hatch never planned to found a nonprofit, but she well knows that life rarely conforms with our plans. In the 1960s, Pat was working as a teacher in Buffalo, New York and her idea of international travel was hopping in the car and driving up to Canada. That all…

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A Message from Employment Specialist Hafiz Ghashtalai “Your kindness and support have touched not only our hearts but our lives as well,” expressed a grateful Egyptian family that found their way to Maryland in the middle of 2023. Their sentiment resonates deeply with numerous families, spread across the Maryland region, including…

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A Message from CEO Gabriel Moreno I hope this message finds you well. I am thrilled to share some exciting news with you. Luminus is about to celebrate its 42nd year of empowering refugees and immigrants, and we couldn’t have done it without your incredible support over the years. We believe…

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Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated every year from September 15 to October 15. During this month, we honor the incredible contributions of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. For Hispanic Heritage Month, we are celebrating some of our amazing Hispanic staff members here at…

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When I think about a book that has truly touched my heart, “Paula” by Isabel Allende stands out. It transports me back to the time I was living in Brazil, after my first stint in the United States. Having just finished college, I was not much younger than Paula, Allende’s…

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Luminus launched a pilot mentorship program in February 2023 with just three mentors based on the belief that mentorship is a powerful way to support and empower new Americans. Today, the program has grown to eight active volunteer mentors and 16 clients. Aftab Ali is one of those mentors.

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