International Friendships

International students often struggle with culture shock, stress, and loneliness when leaving their homes to study in the US. International Friendships, Inc. (IFI) is a national organization that was started in 1979 in Ohio State and came to Lancaster, PA, 2 years ago. We partner with local churches, universities, and volunteers to provide life-changing hospitality and friendship to international students. We work strategically with partners like RUF, The HUB, the Navigators, and others to make the world feel at home in Lancaster County and extend God’s love globally, right where we are.

Here’s how your gift might help:

• Your gift of $50.00 will help sponsor a student welcome event.
• Your gift of $100.00 or more will help our ongoing efforts to provide food, transportation, and short-stay housing to international students.
• Gifts of $500.00 or more will ensure the future legacy of a ministry that will reach out to international students in Lancaster County.