Our Services

At Connect Refuge, we believe that communication is more than a convenience—it is survival, stability, and opportunity. 

 

Our activities include:

  • Airtime and Data Distribution: Providing prepaid airtime and data bundles to displaced persons and families who otherwise cannot afford reliable mobile communication.

  • Device Refurbishment and Distribution: Collecting, refurbishing, and distributing donated mobile phones to displaced individuals who lack access to devices.

  • Local Partnerships: Collaborating with displaced people-serving organizations to coordinate outreach, distribution, and beneficiary identification.

Airtime: The Emergency Lifeline

In moments of crisis, the ability to make a call can mean the difference between safety and danger. We provide airtime so families can:

  • Call loved ones and let them know they are safe.

  • Reach out to emergency responders and community shelters.

  • Access hotlines for health, safety, or recovery support.

The Challenge: Many displaced individuals cannot afford airtime or face barriers to mobile access.

Our Solution:

    •    Provide airtime(talk and text) top-ups

    •    Partner with majority networks to access across the US an US territory.

    •    Promote practical solutions for mobile access in displacement settings

Every dollar donated helps someone make that critical call when it matters most.

Data Bundles: Access to Information & Opportunity

Data is essential for survival in today’s digital world. With reliable data bundles, individuals can:

  • Get real-time updates on disaster relief and safety alerts.

  • Attend telehealth appointments and mental health counseling.

  • Continue education and schoolwork online.

  • Apply for jobs and access social services.

The Challenge: High costs, poor coverage, and restrictions make data access unreliable.

Our Solution:

    •    Provide free or subsidized data bundles

    •    Collaborate with telecom partners to expand coverage and reduce costs

    •    Strengthen digital access in displaced communities

Your support ensures that no one is left in the dark during times of crisis.

Refurbished Phones: A Fresh Start in the Palm of a Hand

A working phone is a gateway to hope. Many displaced people lose their devices during emergencies—or cannot afford to replace them. Connect Refuge distributes quality refurbished smartphones, fully cleared and tested, so recipients can:

  • Reconnect with family and community support networks.

  • Use essential apps for translation, navigation, and communication.

  • Build a path toward stability through work, education, and healthcare access.

Your support provides:

    •    Immediate Safety: The ability to call emergency services, receive alerts, and find safe shelter

    •    Access to Critical Services: Connection to medical care, telehealth, and aid programs

    •    Economic Stability: Tools for job searching, applications, and virtual interviews

    •    Emotional Support: Contact with loved ones to reduce isolation and stress

    •    Power Independence: Portable power banks for consistent connectivity during outages or while on the move

What seems like a simple device is, in truth, a lifeline for rebuilding lives.

✨ Together, airtime, data, and refurbished phones form the foundation of our mission: to keep people connected when connection matters most.

“We were in the dark until that phone lit up. Suddenly we weren’t alone—we had a way forward.” 

Family Displaced by Wildfires

— The Lopez Family