Supporting Refugee Women and Children

At Elena’s Light, we work hard to provide refugee and immigrant families with all the tools they need to cultivate and exercise their individual independence.

We need volunteers!

Do you have a passion for service?
Do you enjoy learning about other cultures?

2023 Annual Report

Explore the remarkable strides we’ve made this year! Our Annual Report highlights the transformative stories and milestones that define our journey. See how your support has empowered communities, driven change, and shaped a brighter future.

Working to help build brighter futures for refugee women and children.

We envision a community that respects & celebrates diversity, and provides equity of opportunity to all members.

Latest updates

Elena’s Light on MSNBC

Elena’s Light: Illuminating Programs for Empowerment and Integration

A North Haven refugee learned in a secret basement school, now she’s teaching others

Lighting the Future 2024

Fereshteh has dedicated her career to providing educational, health, and empowerment programs for Afghan and immigrant families, inspired by her journey as a refugee from Afghanistan. Under her leadership, Elena’s Light has impacted countless lives, delivering critical support and opportunities to underserved women and children.

Fereshteh Ganjavi

Founder of Elena’s Light

Our Partners

We value and greatly appreciate the parternships and expertise of everybody who has worked with us since our founding.
We know that it really does take a village.