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A Los Angeles artist is leading a global knitting project to create handmade blankets spanning Earth's circumference. So far, 8,000 welcome blankets have reached immigrant and refugee families across America.
Rhoda Roberts AO, the Indigenous leader who coined "Welcome to Country," was remembered by over 1,000 mourners as a storyteller who changed Australia's cultural landscape. Her funeral on Bundjalung Country celebrated a life that turned everything she touched to gold.
Two Utah hospitals are wrapping every baby born in 2026 in handmade patriotic blankets to celebrate America's 250th birthday. Local quilters have already donated nearly 240 blankets since January.
Clark County, Nevada just shattered the world record for the largest blanket fort, creating a massive 14,103-square-foot hideaway that brought together an entire community for foster children. What started as a wild engineering challenge ended with 150 kids experiencing the most magical Parent's Night Out imaginable.
A legally blind woman in England has crocheted 100 handmade baby blankets to thank the hospital that preserved her remaining vision. Each blanket takes three days to make and brings joy to new mothers at Bradford Royal Infirmary.
A volunteer program in Morgantown is turning empty apartments into welcoming homes for international students arriving thousands of miles from family. The Homestart Closet provides free furniture, bedding, and kitchenware to help newcomers settle in.
A Lutheran congregation in Wisconsin shows that communities can hold space for people with different beliefs while staying committed to inclusion. Their "Reconciling in Christ" certification welcomes LGBTQ+ families alongside members still wrestling with acceptance.
After racist disruptions at Anzac Day services sparked controversy, Indigenous elders are using Reconciliation Week to share the deep history and meaning behind Welcome to Country ceremonies. They say understanding, not division, is the path forward.
Puerto Vallarta's growing network of nonprofits makes it easy for visitors and residents to give back to the beach city they love. From feeding families to protecting wildlife, volunteer opportunities welcome newcomers with open arms. ##
Southampton is hosting a Unity in the Community march to honor 75 years of the UN Refugee Convention and the city's centuries-old tradition of welcoming those seeking safety. The celebration invites everyone to join with music, national costumes, and messages of hope.
Thousands gathered across Australia on January 26 to celebrate citizenship ceremonies, traditional First Nations dances, and community events from Sydney to Darwin. Despite heatwaves and storms, communities came together to honor the country's diversity and welcome new Australians home.
The Church of Jesus Christ is recruiting thousands of volunteers from all backgrounds to help create a joyful six-month celebration when the renovated Salt Lake Temple reopens in 2027. From greeters to performers, the opportunity welcomes people of any faith who want to spread joy.
A declining Portuguese city turned migration into opportunity, welcoming 4,000 refugees while bringing abandoned farmland back to life. Fundão now thrives with full hospitals, rescued cherry farms, and locals who say "we need them."
New York City is mobilizing everyday residents to welcome millions of visitors during a historic summer of global events. No experience needed—just a few hours and a willingness to help.
Vietnam welcomed a record 10.6 million international visitors in early 2026, powered by digital tools and green tourism. The Southeast Asian nation is transforming travel with e-visas, airport upgrades, and smart booking systems. #
Western Washington University is constructing a $54 million building designed to become the campus's "front door" for prospective students and families. The Western Welcome Center will centralize student services and create a social hub when it opens in fall 2027.
Former Marseille star Taye Taiwo welcomed fellow Nigerian Tochukwu Nnadi to the French club with a heartfelt message celebrating their shared heritage. The 22-year-old midfielder's transfer strengthens Nigeria's proud legacy in European football.
For nearly 50 years, June Curry has turned her home in Afton, Virginia into a free rest stop for cross-country cyclists, offering cookies, sandwiches, and a safe place to sleep. She's welcomed travelers from all 50 states and 50 countries, calling them her "bike family."
Over 150 Americans flew to Italy on their own dime to greet Team USA athletes as they arrived for the 2026 Winter Olympics. These dedicated volunteers helped Olympians settle in and prepare mentally for competition, creating a warm welcome thousands of miles from home.
Clark County turned two gymnasiums into a 15,000-square-foot blanket fort for foster children while giving their caregivers a much-needed afternoon break. A high school student designed the entire structure, which may soon hold a Guinness World Record.
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