What We Do

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MART is a nonprofit serving refugees through relational care, education, and development. Since 2021, we have helped refugees rebuild their lives, find belonging, and create a strong future in Manhattan and area communities.

Around the world, millions of people have been forced to flee their homes because of war, violence, or persecution. Many spend years waiting in refugee camps before being resettled in a new country. Thousands have found a new beginning in central Kansas, often arriving with few possessions and facing the overwhelming task of learning a new language, navigating unfamiliar systems, finding employment, and building a life from the ground up.
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MART walks alongside them through every stage of that journey. We meet immediate needs, provide practical programs and services, and build lasting relationships that help families move from surviving to thriving.

Employment and Economic Stability

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• Job readiness and employment pathways
• Resume and interview support
• Job search guidance and employer connections
• Financial basics: budgeting, banking, and credit

Community Support And Navigation

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• Individualized assistance to connect with local services
• Housing, food, transportation, and education resources
• Social services and community integration
• Community events and cultural connection

Health and Well-being

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• Healthcare navigation and appointment support
• Insurance guidance and medical forms help
• Women’s health and wellness workshops
• Referrals to appropriate providers

Education and Language

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• Interpretation and translation services
• English language classes and citizenship classes
• Public school enrollment
• Referrals of support for higher education

Estabrook Scholarship

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​The MART Scholarship Fund was established in 2023 to provide clients with opportunities to pursue higher education. It was created to assist those whose college-level coursework expenses were not fully covered by other scholarships or financial aid. The scholarship awards up to $1,000 per student and may be granted once per individual.

In 2025, the scholarship was renamed the Estabrook Scholarship in honor of Aaron Estabrook, one of MART’s founding funders. This renaming recognizes his enduring legacy and dedication—not only to resettling individuals, but to helping reshape their futures through education.

​​Interested applicants should send an email expressing their interest to​ [email protected].

KSOR Partnership

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MART initiated a partnership with the Kansas Office for Refugees (KSOR) in 2023 with the goal of expanding services beyond the initial resettlement period and ensuring refugees have access to consistent, meaningful support as they build new lives in our community. Through this partnership, MART is able to offer programs delivered by trained professionals and supported by federal funding administered through KSOR. These programs align with the mission and guidelines of the U.S. Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), which are designed to promote successful integration, self-sufficiency, and long-term stability for refugees and other eligible populations. To learn more about the Kansas Office for Refugees, visit https://www.ksor.org. Information about the Office of Refugee Resettlement is available at https://www.acf.hhs.gov/orr.

View KSOR Service Map