Equipping people for a better life

Lighthouse Charities, based in Las Vegas, NV, welcomes, assists, and empowers the vulnerable and displaced, transforming their lives and equipping them to be integral members of society.

What We Do

  • Women's Development Center

    We provide a number of vital services that help women build the skills necessary to thrive.

  • ESL Program

    A shared language is crucial for success. We help individuals break communication barriers.

  • Corner Market

    This program provides job opportunities and a funding pathway for our other support services.

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Our Programs

  • The Rejesha Project

    An innovative employment program that focuses on teaching and implementing important job skills.


  • Our Garden

    Our beautiful two acre garden and hydroponics program serve as an exciting new training ground for individuals who find hope and healing by spending time outdoors.

  • Frosted Bakery

    Generates earned income for the organization through the sale of baked goods and other popular catering items while providing job training opportunities.

  • Nafasi Designs

    A socially innovative platform that provides refugees resettled in Las Vegas a way to become self-reliant.


How to Help

Your Generosity Makes a World of Difference

Lighthouse counts on the support of our community to further our mission. Your tax-deductible donations directly benefit the families in our programs.

Help Transform Lives

There are many volunteer opportunities with Lighthouse Charities. Each one provides an opportunity for you to help change the lives of those we serve.

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Who We Help

We provide core services to the the vulnerable and displaced in our community, offering a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment where people can access key resources: life skills and job readiness classes; paid job training opportunities; ESL instruction; citizenship preparation classes; and a corner market. We also provide wrap-around support services such as clothing, household items, school supplies, bus passes, industry-specific tools, and employment assistance.

Our Impact

Since our founding, Lighthouse Charities has earned the trust of the refugee communities and the confidence of the individuals receiving services. We have garnered a strong reputation in the Las Vegas valley, and is highly regarded as a lead resettlement agency, working with dozens of community partners and more than 900 volunteers each year in support of refugees.

Success Stories

Success Stories
Carmen’s Story

My story began in Nicaragua…

I arrived in the United States as a refugee in January of 2023. I was completely alone.

Because I disagreed with the corrupt government in my country, I was persecuted by those in political power. They pursued me with force and violence, causing me to lose all I had worked my whole life to achieve and compelled me to flee for safety in nearby Costa Rica.

But they didn’t let me go so easily.

Josephine’s Story

I was born in Congo, Africa.

I am 58 years old.

I have five boys and four girls.

My husband died in Congo.

I speak Kinyarwanda, Swahili, and a little French.

I sold yogurt and butter in Congo for work. I also farmed beans, potatoes, and other vegetables.

We left Congo because of war. We went to camp in Rwanda in 2005 and stayed there for 17 years.

Louisa’s Story

I was born in Congo, Africa, and am 35 years old.

I worked as a teacher before war came and we had to leave.

We lived in a refugee camp for 10 years.

We all lived in one tent, my husband and seven children and me.

We came to Las Vegas in October 2022.

I like that we have a nice place to live, food, and schools for children in America.

My dream is to become a citizen of the United States.

“For the first time in many years, I feel safe. I am in a place where I feel loved and valued.”

—Carmen, a refugee from Nicaragua

Help transform lives

Your support brings healing and restores hope to those who are seeking a better life in our community. Join us as we strive to see every participant find meaningful life in the U.S. and become full contributors to our society.

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