Devon Oasis Ministry
A Place of Refuge in a New World
One of the most diverse communities in the United States thrives just eight miles north of downtown Chicago. Residents know it as Little India and love the tasty food, cultural nuances, and kind people discovered here. Over half of our community is from outside of the U.S., and many are refugees. War, natural disasters, and other hardships forced several to flee from their original homes. Despite these adversities, resiliency clearly marks their lives.
Devon Oasis is a 501(c)(3) Christian charity which cares for the many beautiful people in Little India. We welcome our new neighbors with friendship and help them resettle in tangible ways. While they come from multiple ethnic and religious backgrounds, the universal need for compassion and belonging bind us together in this diverse community.
Meeting Felt Needs
Each day we strive to meet the felt needs of our community. This means distributing food, diapers, fans in the summer, blankets in the winter, and other household items as needs arise.
Homework Center
Our homework center is open Monday through Thursday during the school year. Children in grades Kindergarten-8th grade fill Devon Oasis Ministry center and receive homework help from our incredible team of college interns and volunteers. We also provide in-home tutoring for children every week.
English Class
Our trained ESL teachers provide free English instruction Monday through Wednesday evenings for adults in the community. Our team also provides in-home English lessons for those who cannot come to class. Additionally, we regularly provide a Citizenship Class to assist our neighbors in their settlement journey.
Youth Events
Throughout the year, kids in the community connect with each other through our many programs. We host fun-filled park days and other events and activities throughout the year.
Meeting Felt Needs
Each day we strive to meet the felt needs of our community. This means distributing food, diapers, fans in the summer, blankets in the winter, and other household items as needs arise.
Homework Center
Our homework center is open Monday through Thursday during the school year. Children in grades Kindergarten-8th grade fill Devon Oasis Ministry center and receive homework help from our incredible team of college interns and volunteers. We also provide in-home tutoring for children every week.
English Class
Our trained ESL teachers provide free English instruction Monday through Wednesday evenings for adults in the community. Our team also provides in-home English lessons for those who cannot come to class. Additionally, we regularly provide a Citizenship Class to assist our neighbors in their settlement journey.
Youth Events
Throughout the year, kids in the community connect with each other through our many programs. We host fun-filled park days and other events and activities throughout the year.
Learn More About Devon Oasis Ministry
Who We Are
Learn more about Devon Oasis Ministry and our team.
Serve With Us
Learn more about how you can join us and serve our community.
Donate to Devon
Because of your generous support, we continue to serve our beautiful friends.