7 Essential Katikati USA, Inc. Programs Serving Refugee and Immigrant Youth and Children

Ready to Learn ensures that every child starts school equipped and excited.

Through the distribution of grade-appropriate backpacks filled with school supplies, sneakers and something new to wear on the first day of school, this program supports academic readiness and helps children feel confident, cared for, and part of their new learning community.

Summit Scholars is an intensive summer school retreat held in a one-room schoolhouse near Zion and Bryce Canyon.

​It offers immersive academic instruction in English, science, geography, and U.S. history, paired with outdoor exploration.

Designed to accelerate learning and leadership skills, it’s a transformational experience for motivated refugee and immigrant youth.

Traveling to historic and beautiful places allows refugee and immigrant children to discover the richness of the United States.

As they learn more about their new homeland, they gain confidence and develop a deeper sense of pride, belonging, and appreciation for the history and cultures of their new home.

​Exploring America not only broadens their horizons but also strengthens their connection to the nation and its people.

Warm for Winter spreads joy and comfort by providing holiday gift packs to refugee and immigrant families.

With thoughtful items like warm clothing, winter supplies, and culturally sensitive holiday treats, this program helps

​families feel remembered and included during the holiday season.

Screen Scholars provides one-on-one and small group academic tutoring over Zoom or WhatsApp for students who need flexible, consistent support.

​With personalized instruction in English, math, science, and history, this virtual program connects learners to caring tutors who help them grow academically and emotionally—wherever they are.

Welcome to the World celebrates and supports new immigrant and refugee mothers by delivering baby care packages filled with essentials like diapers, car seats, baby clothes, and health items.

The program also offers emotional encouragement and practical guidance, helping new moms feel seen, supported, and connected as they begin their parenting journey in a new country.

Where creativity meets discovery.

At Spark Lab, refugee and immigrant students don’t just build projects — they uncover the scientific principles behind them.

​​Through hands-on experiments, creative problem-solving, and exposure to new ways of thinking, students learn how curiosity can lead to innovation, and how innovation can open doors to future opportunities they’ve never seen before or imagined.