named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Achievement Awards
Annual awards recognizing individuals and organizations in the Capital Region for leadership in global understanding, civic engagement, entrepreneurship, and community service, especially among immigrant populations
Cultural Food Passport "Eat Well! Travel & Explore"
Membership benefit offering discounts at international restaurants in the Capital Region, promoting cultural exploration through food
Global Sponsorship Program
Tiered corporate sponsorship program (Bronze to Platinum) providing visibility and engagement opportunities for businesses supporting ICCR’s mission
Home Hospitality Program
Opportunity for members to host international visitors in their homes, fostering personal cultural exchange and community integration
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Annual Achievement Awards for global leadership and community serviceHosts annual Achievement Awards to recognize individuals and organizations that strengthen the Capital Region through leadership and service in civic engagement, education, public service, entrepreneurship, health, the arts, philanthropy, and community building. Includes a special recognition for global leadership and public diplomacy that advances international understanding and cross-cultural exchange.
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Library-Provided Cultural Access Passes 1 activity
- Cultural access and outreach initiativesDistributes a complimentary 2026 Cultural Food Passport to every paid member, valid through December 31, 2026, to promote cultural engagement. Supports access to the historical Van Schaick Mansion by helping distribute a visitor guide for students, visitors, and community members.
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Podcast and Radio Production 1 activity
- Global awareness media and storytellingProduces the ICCR Ambassador 518 Podcast featuring stories of personal and professional growth through international exchange and community involvement, and maintains an archive of past episodes to promote global awareness and cross-cultural dialogue.
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Cultural Exchange and Mutual Understanding Programs 1 activity
- Public diplomacy and community engagement initiativesHosts public programs exploring American diplomacy’s role in advancing U.S. interests and promoting international understanding. Convenes educational exchanges, symposia, and events that foster dialogue on global economic issues and international contributions. Maintains a calendar of citizen diplomacy and international exchange events.
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Refugee and Immigrant Resettlement Services 1 activity
- Resettlement and integration services for immigrants and refugeesProvides refugee and asylee resettlement, immigration counseling, cultural adjustment support, vocational ESL training, job placement, citizenship preparation, and translation services to approximately 1,000 immigrants and refugees annually from up to 100 countries.
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Nonprofit Internship Programs 1 activity
- Student internship and capacity-building programsOffers internship opportunities for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students to gain experience in international visitor programs, youth diplomacy, communications, event planning, and fundraising.
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Youth Global Leadership & Model UN Programs 1 activity
- Youth global education and diplomacy programsOffers Global Pathways, a nine-month diplomacy simulation and career exploration program for high school students in Rensselaer County, launched in partnership with Emma Willard School. Brings international delegates into high school world learning classes to promote youth leadership development and global citizenship.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- International visitor and professional exchange programsHosts international professionals and emerging leaders through U.S. Department of State programs including the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) and the Congressional Office of International Leadership Open World program, facilitating professional meetings, homestays with local families, and site visits in the Greater Capital Region. Hosted 98 international visitors from 36 countries in 2024 and 100 visitors from 58 countries in prior years.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$98K
Contributions & grants$7K7%
Program service revenue$52K53%
Investment income$1850%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$83K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$4K
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$44K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$44K
5 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue -8.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beth Wales | Exective Director Contractor | 20 | $25K |
| Holly Mckenna | Program Director Contractor | 20 | $20K |
relationships · 32
Who they work with
- Albany District Chapter of the Links, Inc. Partner — Served as a 2025 Honorary Committee Member for the Achievement Awards.
- Albany Rotary Club Partner — Helped secure a permanent home for ICCR in downtown Albany in 1965
- Albany Rotary Club Partner — Member of the 2026 Achievement Awards Honorary Committee, supporting ICCR's mission and event.
- Ambassador (Ret.) Robert Gossende Partner — Receives Special Recognition for his career in public diplomacy, reflecting a partnership in advancing international understanding.
- Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training Partner — Provides oral history archives and develops exhibits for the 2026 Engage America diplomacy event.
- Beth Wales Partner — Executive Director of ICCR and former interviewer on the ICCR Ambassador 518 Podcast.
- Capital Area School Development Association (CASDA) Partner — Represented on the 2025 Honorary Committee for the Achievement Awards.
- Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Partner — Supported the 2025 Achievement Awards as a sponsor.
- Congressional Office of International Leadership Government — Partner organization for the Open World program
- David Peprah Partner — Host of the ICCR Ambassador 518 Podcast and contributor to ICCR's public outreach through interviews with community members.
- Emma Starpoint Autism Support Network, Inc. Partner — Served as a 2025 Honorary Committee Member for the Achievement Awards.
- Emma Willard School Partner — Collaborating institution on the Global Pathways pilot program for high school students
- Emma Willard School Partner — Partnered with ICCR to develop the Global Pathways youth program.
- Festival of Nations Partner — Collaborates with ICCR through shared leadership and participation in the Achievement Awards.
- Global Ties U.S. Network — Community-based partner in the U.S. State Department’s national network for international exchange
- Global Ties U.S. Network — Regionally designated member implementing the U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program
- Hudson Valley Community College Partner — Collaborates through shared commitment to education and global engagement, with its president serving as Honorary Chair of the 2026 Achievement Awards.
- Hudson Valley Community College Partner — Hosted the 2026 Achievement Awards and 70th Anniversary Celebration at its campus in Troy, NY.
- Jim Ketterer Partner — Guest on the ICCR Ambassador 518 Podcast and contributor to discussions on diplomacy and cultural exchange.
- Renato Guida Partner — Former intern and current board member of ICCR who shares his journey to support community leadership and organizational mission.
- Rubin Community Fellows Program Funder — Funder of the Global Pathways pilot program
- Swatantra & Srinivas Mitta Foundation Inc. Partner — Recognized as a 2026 Achievement Award honoree in the Global Citizenship Organization category, indicating a shared commitment to global engagement and community strengthening.
- The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Funder — Served as a Global Leadership Sponsor for the 2026 Achievement Awards.
- Times Union Partner — Supported the 2025 Achievement Awards as a sponsor.
- U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Partner — Assumed provision of direct services to refugees and immigrants after ICCR ended its direct service programs in 2005
- U.S. Congress Government — Partner in supporting international exchange programs.
- U.S. Department of State Government — Community-based partner for the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP)
- U.S. Department of State Government — Partner in supporting international exchange programs.
- Una Chapman Cox Foundation Funder — Supports the 2026 Engage America diplomacy event and promotes public understanding of diplomacy.
- University at Albany Partner — Co-hosts the 2026 Engage America diplomacy event.
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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.
- Citizen Diplomacy and Multicultural Educationmethodology: citizen_diplomacyBy engaging individuals in citizen diplomacy, multicultural outreach, and foreign affairs education, the organization strengthens global-local connections and fosters cross-cultural understanding because personal involvement in diplomatic practices builds empathy, knowledge, and community-level global engagement.
- Cultural Engagement Through Shared Experiencesmethodology: cultural_engagementBy using food, storytelling, and celebration as vehicles for cultural exchange, the organization deepens community connections because shared, sensory experiences create accessible and emotionally resonant pathways to cross-cultural understanding.
- Experiential Cultural Immersionmethodology: experiential_educationBy placing international visitors in homestays and integrating them into local professional and educational settings, the organization promotes authentic cross-cultural understanding because lived experience and personal relationships break down cultural barriers more effectively than observational or theoretical learning.