named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Education
Offers in-person and online English language classes, conversation clubs, citizenship preparation, and one-on-one tutoring for adult learners.
Employment Program
Offers job seekers ENL classes, resume and cover letter workshops, interview preparation, and guidance on workers’ rights and financial literacy.
Family Services
Delivers holistic support including food assistance, access to medical care, school information, and employment support for newcomer families.
Immigration Services
Provides DOJ-accredited legal assistance with asylum, citizenship, family reunification, work authorization, and travel documents.
Youth Programs
Provides after-school and summer programs for refugee and immigrant youth ages 5–13, including homework help, English language support, and social-emotional learning.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Deliver after-school and summer programs for immigrant and refugee youthOperates structured after-school and summer programs for refugee and immigrant youth aged 5 to 13, providing homework help, tutoring, English language support, and social-emotional learning to promote academic success and holistic development.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Deliver employment and workforce readiness support for immigrants and refugeesProvides a comprehensive employment program including resume and cover letter workshops, interview preparation, job application assistance, and information sessions on workers’ rights, financial literacy, and employment benefits. Integrates English language instruction with job readiness training.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Facilitate volunteer engagement opportunitiesOffers flexible volunteer participation options including one-time, group, and weekly engagements to support organizational programs and services.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Host community engagement and cultural eventsOrganizes annual events such as a Fall Open House and fall fundraiser featuring cultural performances, art installations, facility tours, and program updates to celebrate community achievements, including new U.S. citizens. Events emphasize cultural diversity and community togetherness.
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Refugee and Immigrant Resettlement Services 1 activity
- Offer holistic family support services for newcomer familiesProvides integrated support for refugee and immigrant families, including access to food assistance, medical care, school enrollment information, and employment resources to promote stability and integration in the Capital District.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Participate in regional fundraising campaignsEngages in regional fundraising initiatives such as the 518 Day of Giving to raise funds and awareness, connect with donors, and support programs for refugees and immigrants in the Capital Region.
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ESL and Citizenship Instruction 1 activity
- Provide English language and literacy instruction for adult immigrants and refugeesOffers in-person and online English as a New Language (ENL) classes, conversation clubs, citizenship preparation, and individualized tutoring to support language acquisition and literacy for adult immigrants and refugees. Programs include both group instruction and one-on-one support.
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Immigration Legal Services 1 activity
- Provide immigration legal assistance and case representationOffers legal immigration services including filing immigration cases, citizenship applications, and "Know Your Rights" trainings. The organization employs a DOJ-accredited representative who provides direct legal support and case management to refugees and immigrants. Filed over 300 immigration cases in 2023.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.25M
Contributions & grants$1.25M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.19M
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$948K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.49M
Cash$187K
Investments$0
Liabilities$158K
Net assets$1.33M
Liquid reserves1.9 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -26.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DANIEL BUTTERWORTH | Executive Dir. | 40 | $82K |
board members · 16
- BALQEES SAYED — Director
- BRIAN HAYES — Director
- CIANNA FREEMAN-TOLBERT — Director
- CLAUDIA LINGERTAT — Director
- DANIEL COTTON — Director
- DREY MARTONE — Director
- GAIL KENDALL — Treasurer
- LAURA GRACEFFA — Director
- LYNN G JOHNSON — Director
- LYUBOV NAYDENOVA — Secretary
- MICHAEL WILK — Vice President
- RICHARD MC GRATH — Director
- SHERI STEVENS — Director
- SUSAN APPE — Director
- SUSAN KIRCHHEIMER — President
- ZILPA ODUOR — Director
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- 518 Day of Giving Partner — Regional fundraising initiative in which the organization participates to raise funds and awareness.
- Beverwyck Ecumenical Ministries Partner — Contributed to help make the Citizenship Day Celebration a success.
- Community Foundation of the Greater Capital Region Funder — Contributed to support the Citizenship Day Celebration event.
- First United Methodist Church of East Greenbush Partner — Supported the Citizenship Day Celebration event through contributions or participation.
- International Committee of the Red Cross Partner — Francis Sengabo previously worked with ICRC to assist displaced Rwandans.
- Mayor Kathy Sheehan Government — Served as a member of the Honorary Committee for the Citizenship Day Celebration.
- RISSE Partner — Organization coordinating volunteer opportunities for refugee and immigrant support services
- Rep. Paul Tonko Government — Served as a member of the Honorary Committee for the Citizenship Day Celebration.
- The College of Saint Rose Partner — Early partnership providing expertise and volunteers through art education, counseling, literacy, and community service programs.
- United Nations Children's Fund Partner — Francis Sengabo previously served as a refugee assistance manager with UNICEF in Africa.
- United Nations High Commission for Refugees Partner — Francis Sengabo previously worked with UNHCR in Tanzania on food and non-food distribution for refugees.
- community partners Partner — Collaborates with community partners to support refugee and immigrant services
- not specified Partner — Collaborates with community partners to deliver services to newcomers and their families.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Culturally Affirming Community Engagementmethodology: cultural_affirmationBy combining cultural celebration, community events, and lived experience-informed services, the organization fosters inclusion and strengthens integration, because affirming cultural identity builds trust, belonging, and program effectiveness.
- Integrated Support Services Modelmethodology: integrated_support_servicesBy addressing multiple interrelated needs—such as legal aid, education, employment, health, and food—within a single service framework, the organization promotes holistic integration and long-term self-sufficiency, because coordinated support reduces systemic barriers and increases engagement.
- Multi-Modal Adult Education Approachmethodology: multi-modal_adult_educationBy offering diverse modalities of language and integration support—including group classes, tutoring, and citizenship preparation—the organization meets varied learning needs, because flexibility in format increases accessibility and retention among adult learners.