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Celebrating Immigrant Contributions: A Ripple Effect2023 Annual Report

“At B1C, we are proud to ignite positive change that lasts for generations. Supporting immigrants through skills development creates a legacy of success enriching families and communities.”— Anka Badurina, PhDThank you to our friend John Moore whose powerful black and white photos have contributed significantly to our annual report. John Moore is a Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist. Cover photos left to right: Sheyla E., Hao Z., Adriana M., Leonel J. “Don Pancho”, Maria J. and Nelson J., and Reginald B.Back cover photos clockwise from top left: Maria Cecilia A., Ron R., Margaret T., Carlo L., and Alex L.Photo right: Santiago M. 2023 Annual Report2

2023 Annual Report 3Our Mission: Building One Community’s (B1C) mission is to advance the successful integration of immigrants and their families.Dear B1C Friends,We are thrilled to present our 2023 annual report, which celebrates immigrant contributions and highlights thepositive ripple effect of our work to advance the integration of immigrants and their families.The year marked tremendous growth and impact across all our programs.Milestone and Growth: We reached a milestone, engaging over 4,700 participants—31% more than in 2022, with 40% new to B1C. Our programs have not only matured but also flourished, playing a pivotal role in fostering exponential growth, particularly in our outreach efforts within the Haitian community. We fostered a robust support network for existing and new participants, encouraging our community to learn and take advantage of all our programs and services.Championing Immigrant Excellence: We remain steadfast in our goal to celebrate the extraordinary contributions of immigrants— crafting inspiring narratives. In 2023, we proudly unveiled the “We Are Stamford: Immigrants in the City that Works” Photography Exhibition showcasing a mosaic of immigrant achievements. It marks the beginning of a series of initiatives aimed at displaying the multitude of positive immigrant contributions and thus offering a more balanced narrative around immigration and immigrants.Empowering Generations: Our collective efforts have ignited lasting change. From English language instruction and skill-building programs to providing the necessary tools for starting businesses, navigating legal immigration complexities, and unlocking new job opportunities, our impact spans generations. Strengthening Anka Badurina, PhD Executive Director Eleanor Riemer Board Chairimmigrant parents’ confidence and skills fortifies the family unit and has a tremendous ripple effect on next generations.A Future Woven Together: To keep this momentum of positive change, we are dedicated to extending our reach through strategic statewide initiatives that bolster outreach, advocacy and resources to the immigrant community.Thank you for your support on this impactful journey. Together, we celebrate diversity and weave immigrants’ contributions into our community’s tapestry—today, tomorrow, and beyond!Warm regards,Eleanor Riemer

2023 Annual Report4The Ripple Effect of Our InitiativesScan the QR code to see the Community Mural’s developmentScan the QR code to listen to Paula Garay, our Benefit Breakfast speaker➜ ➜Community MuralWe finished our mural – a replica of the original Maria Esther Magallanes mural from 2016. It is a painting symbolizing the many inspiring facets of immigration – featuring bright colors, neighborhood settings and musicians. A labor of love created by participants, volunteers, partners, staff, and more. Health FairOur Shippan location hosted a successful health fair in June, providing vital medical services to hundreds of attendees at no cost. The event featured multiple on-site partners and offered additional services including dental cleanings, eye exams, vaccines and haircuts. A comprehensive health checkup for all participants.January – March April – JuneELL ProgramWe kicked off the year with an impressive surge of over 1200 new learners enthusiastic about enhancing their English skills. Additionally, we welcomed an English Language Learning (ELL) training coordinator to our team, who has been key in driving volunteer training and expanding the offering of scheduled-based classes.Immigrant Entrepreneurship Incubator ProgramOur popular and highly effective Immigrant Entrepreneurship Incubator (IEI) Program had a record-breaking 107 participants in 2023—all driven by a shared ambition to thrive as successful business owners within our community.Benefit BreakfastNearly 600 supporters came together at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich for our 10th Annual Benefit Breakfast event. The goal of the event was to raise funds to support immigrant integration in Fairfield County and to raise awareness of the importance of integrating immigrants and their families. Birthday CelebrationJune 12th marked B1C’s 12th anniversary during Immigrant Heritage Month - a joyous occasion that saw volunteers, board members, staff, and participants come together to raise a glass and celebrate this incredible milestone.

2023 Annual Report 5Our programs and services have sparked a transformative wave, championing immigrants with compassion and paving paths for prosperity. Together, we are the architects of a more diverse and thriving tomorrow. Scan the QR code to learn about the We Are Stamford Exhibition➜Summer ProgramsYoung elementary school participants enjoyed an exceptional summer filled with academic achievements and exciting social outings in the park. This highly sought-after free program for our immigrant families continues to be in great demand, reflecting its outstanding value and impact within our community.We Are Stamford ExhibitionB1C held the grand opening of its new Photography Exhibition that spotlights the vibrant and positive impact immigrants have made in our Stamford community. Featuring the work of Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist John Moore, this exhibition is a celebration of the rich tapestry of diversity that enhances the very fabric of our city.July – September October – December8th Annual ColloquiumThe Village in Stamford was the vibrant setting for this year’s thoughtful panel discussion highlighting immigration’s positive role in driving economic growth. Nearly 200 attendees convened to engage in this enlightening conversation on a topic of great significance. B1C continues to work on emphasizing the positive narrative around immigration.Improved Shippan Space B1C introduced a new and improved space intentionally designed to increase participants’ opportunities to connect with one another, access our services, and find the right support. We now have a community open space, conference and classroom space and offices to provide privacy for our clients.Community Day We held our 2nd annual Community Day to welcome neighbors for a fun fall afternoon with their families. Hundreds gathered to learn about our programs, build new connections, and enjoy various exciting activities for all ages, and of course, dancing!Holiday CelebrationNearly 1000 participants were captivated by an array of joyful holiday activities this December, including music, food, a visit from Santa, crafts, and toys (close to 400 presents distributed)—a truly memorable experience for all.Scan the QR code to hear the panel discussion from the Colloquium➜

2023 Annual Report6Our Impact Ripples Since 2011B1C by the Numbers: 2023 ImpactServed more than 16,900 individuals who speak... 48 different languages and... originate from 124 countriesGrowing Our Outreach in 202331% growth in unique participants4700+ unique participants in 2023900+ needs assessments conducted500+ cases worked onacademic enrichment attendance wasup 74% from 2022Family & Individual Services

2023 Annual Report 7445 participants in our workforce development programsLearning New Vocational Skillsa more than 46% increase from 2022Source: Numbers from 2023 B1C data.Immigration Legal Services860+ unique participants, a 14% growth over last yearapplications granted or other favorable outcomes – 363 with a 98% success rateVolunteer Support13K+ volunteer hours a 10% increase from 2022$435K+ in economic value of volunteer support1200 learners2200 sessions offered – 10% growth22 new citizensDeveloping English Language Learners

2023 Annual Report8Empowering Community Connections: Celebrating a Milestone with the Haitian CommunityIn a big leap forward, B1C proudly reports a 31% growth in participant engagement this year, underscoring our steadfast goal to unite and uplift diverse communities, with a spotlight on our Haitian friends and neighbors. In 2023, 360 NEW Haitians participated in B1C activities! To better support our Haitian community, we hired a Haitian outreach and case manager. Our strategic approach included partnering with churches, community events, and enriching cultural celebrations. From commemorating Haitian Flag Day, conducting specialized English Language Learning sessions, dancing at Community Day, and hosting CPR training and Immigration Legal Q&A workshops, we shared experiences and learning. Our multifaceted and targeted efforts not only bridged gaps but also created a more united community, leaving a lasting impact on those we serve.

2023 Annual Report 9“ B1C has been there for me when I needed it the most. Even when I gave birth to my daughter, and I didn't have anyone else with me, B1C staff drove me to the hospital and interpreted in the delivery room. Thank you.” — Jesule, New Mom & B1C Participant

Sowing Seeds of Tomorrow: Empowering Youth to Shape a Brighter FutureNelson and Maria José, ages 9 and 6, came to the U.S. from Guatemala City four years ago and settled in Stamford with their parents. What they miss most about Guatemala is their grandparents, Mamita Lubia and Papito Juan. Their grandparents allowed them to take candy from the store they owned. They also played with them and bought them a dog. Nelson and Maria José miss their aunties, too, but they came to visit once as a surprise, and they were so happy to see them again! Maria José said they can’t wait to have Mamita Lubia and Papito Juan visit them here in the U.S.Maria José and Nelson love living in Stamford; what they like most are the stores, pizza, donuts, and their friends. They really enjoy going to school and like their teachers a lot. They don’t like homework, but they do like going to B1C’s Homework Club because they have fun and get help finishing their homework.When he grows up, Nelson wants to be a soccer player and Maria José wants to be a teacher because, she says, “What I like to do most is to help people. I also like to help poor people and give them food so that they are not hungry anymore.”2023 Annual Report10Scan the QR code to learn about our Academic Enrichment programs➜ Our Homework Club operates Monday through Thursday and provides support for Stamford Public School children from kindergarten to 5th grade. Students such as Maria José and Nelson benefit from personalized assistance and engaging academic enrichment activities.

From House Painter to Master Metal Worker & Business Owner:Juan’s Inspiring Journey to SuccessL ooping lines of gleaming stainless steel climb a staircase. Intricate, intersecting rectangles create a spectacular entry door. Juan, 51, a master metal worker, makes many wonders for lucky homeowners. Juan learned his trade in Colombia, but when he came to the U.S. he started off as a house painter. He says, “When you go to the Colombian Embassy to get your visa, they should hand you a paintbrush along with it. Every Colombian around here seems to start off as a house painter.”When he started his business, Juan went from gig to gig as a freelance worker. Now, he doesn’t need to; everyone comes to him for one of his beautiful creations. He spends his time teaching his nephew Gus, the next generation, all about the craft, the art, and the business of architectural fabrication. Juan has been a participant of B1C’s Skills Development Program and has run welding classes as an instructor.2023 Annual Report 11Scan the QR code to learn about our Skills Development programsOur Skills Development programs constantly seeks innovative ways to motivate and enhance the skills of our participants. Having Juan lead unique welding classes and inspiring our participants has been truly remarkable. His commitment to paying it forward shines through his teaching. ➜

2023 Annual Report12American Immigration Lawyers Association, CT ChapterAmericaresBerkowitz and Hanna LLCBruce MuseumBrunswick SchoolCatholic Charities of Fairfield CountyCentro BienestarCenter for Children’s AdvocacyChild Guidance CenterChildren’s Learning Centers of Fairfield CountyCity of StamfordCLINIC – Catholic Legal Immigration NetworkCommunity Groups: CRISOL, Quetzal, HAGSCommunity Health CenterCommunity Mindfulness ProjectCommunity Fund of DarienConnecticut Department of Children and FamiliesConnecticut Fair Housing CenterCIRI – Connecticut Institute for Refugees and ImmigrantsConnecticut Legal ServicesConnecticut State Community CollegeCT Students for a DreamDarien High SchoolDomestic Violence Crisis CenterDOMUSEast Side Partnership Eastern Land ManagementELM – Eastern Land ManagementELSS – English Learner Support Services of Fairfield CountyFamily Centers, Inc.Family and Children’s AgencyFerguson LibraryFilling in the BlanksGoodwill of Western and Northern ConnecticutGreater Stamford Hispanic Chamber of CommerceGrassroots Tennis and EducationGreenwich AcademyGreenwich Country Day SchoolGreenwich High SchoolHorizonsImmigrant Justice CorpsImmigrant Legal Resource CenterIndeedInspiricaIntegrated Refugee and Immigrant ServicesInterfaith Council of Southwestern CTJewish Family Services of GreenwichKids Helping KidsKids In CrisisKing SchoolLower Fairfield County Immigration CollaborativeLiberation ProgramsMake the Road CTMembers Credit UnionNDLONNeighbor to NeighborNew Canaan High SchoolNew Covenant CenterNCC FoundationNorwalk Chamber of CommerceOpen Door ShelterOPTIMUS Health CareOur Lady Star of the Sea ChurchPacific HousePerson-to-PersonPIF – Protecting Immigrant Families CoalitionRye Country Day SchoolThe Rowan CenterSacred Heart GreenwichSaint Joseph Parenting CenterSaint Leo ChurchSimplifyCTSCORE Fairfield CountySocial Impact PartnersSoundWatersSpringboard CollaborativeSC2C – Stamford Cradle to CareerStamford Health and Social ServicesStamford HospitalStamford Police DepartmentStamford Public Education FoundationStamford Public Schools/Office of Family and Community EngagementState Education Resource CenterThe Wheel FoundationTalmadge Hill Community ChurchTemple Beth ElTrinity ChurchUPAS – United Parents and StudentsVera Institute of JusticeVita – The Stamford Community CollaborativeWomen’s Business Development CouncilYouth Community Fund of DarienYouth Mental Health AllianceNote: Active partners in 2023. For a full list of our partners, please visit our website. Please excuse any errors or omissions.Community partners are integral to the collective impact we create with our organization. Each partnership adds a unique touch to advancing our goals to EDUCATE, EMPLOY, EMPOWER, and ENGAGE our community.Thank You Community Partners

2023 Annual Report 13B1C volunteers’ endless dedication and compassion create ripples of positive change in the pond of humanity. Thank you for contributing to the beautiful tapestry of kindness towards immigrants!Thank You VolunteersScan to see the full list of our 2023 volunteers➜

2023 Annual Report14Our generous donors create a beautiful fabric of support, gratitude, and possibility. Their contributions empower us to soar higher and fulfill our mission. Thank you! $250,000+ Anonymous (1)Lone Pine Fdn.$100,000–$249,999Anonymous (1)Fairfield County’s Community Fdn.Mr. and Mrs. Bruce KoeThe Herbert & Nell Singer Fdn.The Steven & Alexandra Cohen Fdn.William Cooper Graustein Memorial Fund$30,000–$99,999Anonymous (1)Berkowitz and Hanna LLCBoehm Family Foundation Inc.Greenwich United WayHispanic FederationMs. Maryann KannMrs. Ann MandelOdyssey Group FoundationRuth W. Brown FoundationScripps Family Fund for Education and the ArtsThe Inisfad Foundation, Inc.The Tudor Foundation, Inc.$10,000–$29,999Anonymous (1)Mr. and Mrs. William AdamsenApax Fdn. Mr. and Mrs. Mark and Paula ArgoshBank of America Charitable Fdn.Bird by Bird OutreachBuilding and Land TechnologyCarlson Family Fdn.Mr. Eugene CelentanoClaire L. Helsing Fdn.Connecticut Health Fdn.Connecticut Housing Finance AuthorityMr. David Craver and Ms. Vicki Underwood CraverMs. Anne Downey and Mr. Ken WiegandMr. James FollettMr. and Mrs. Dean and Laura GodownMr. and Mrs. Joseph GoldMr. and Mrs. Gregory HanleyMr. and Mrs. Kevin MacGuireNear and Far AidNew Canaan Community Fdn.Mr. David Ott and Mrs. Jane OttPitney Bowes Fdn.Silverleaf Fdn.St. John’s Community Fdn.Stamford HealthStanley Family Fdn.Mr. and Mrs. Donald H. StecklerMr. and Mrs. John SuhlerThe Community Fund of DarienThe Goodnow FundThe Walter Kann Fdn.Trinity ChurchMr. and Mrs. Hobie and Nancy TruesdellTwo West Fdn.Fred and Joan WeismanMs. Ellen Williams and Mr. Andrew SchultzMr. and Mrs. Anthony Yezzi Mr. and Mrs. Jose Luis Zepeda$5,000–$9,999Ms. Sonia Alcantarilla-Medina and Mr. Marcelo GiglianiPatricia and Paul BissetMr. George Bodenheimer, Jr.Boyd Family Fdn.The Brewer Family Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Timothy BrownMs. Jane Carlin and Mr. Ben GiffordDavid & Hilda Fins Family Fdn.Mr. and Mrs. Laura and Gordon DevensFirst Congregational Church of GreenwichFirst County Bank Fdn., Inc.Ms. Belle Horwitz and Mr. Jonathan WeinerLeon N. Lapine Charitable Residuary TrustMcKinsey & CompanyMeera and Ashok Vasudevan Fdn.Ms. Josie MerckNeuberger Berman LLCMr. Michael Nyenhuis and Ms. Susie CopleyMr. and Mrs. Rich OstuwMr. and Mrs. Miguel PatricioMr. and Mrs. James QuinnMr. Christian ReynoldsJill and Tom RobeyMr. Frank RodriguezMr. Andrew Schau and Ms. Madeline Turci SchauSt. John’s Lutheran ChurchMr. Donald Strait and Ms. Deborah FinsSynchrony Fdn.The Connecticut Project Inc.Mr. and Mrs. Gary UngerUnited Way of Coastal and Western ConnecticutMs. Monica WooMr. Lawrence Zlatkin$1,000–$4,999Anonymous (7)Ms. Angela AltoeAmalgamated BankMr. Calin AtanasiuAvangrid RenewablesMs. Belinda BadcockMs. Anka BadurinaMs. Maureen BaehrLucy and David BallBarat Fdn. at Sacred Heart GreenwichMr. and Mrs. David S. BarnardMr. and Mrs. Wells BeckKerrin and Stephne BehrendMr. and Mrs. George BickerstaffMs. Colleen Burke and Mr. John FlahertyMrs. Mary Beth BusbyCathy and Jack ButcherMr. and Mrs. Aldo CabreraMr. and Mrs. Jeremy CageCannell & Co., Inc.Mr. and Mrs. David CharninMr. Kirk ClothierMr. and Mrs. David CohenCommunity Health Network of Connecticut Fdn.Mr. George CookeDrs. Mark and Angeles DamMr. Joseph Dineen and Ms. Anne Quinn-DineenMr. Gary Disher and Ms. Marge FisherMs. Jennifer DonnalleyMr. Jim DuffyEMWIGA Fdn.First Congregational Church of DarienFirst Presbyterian Church of StamfordFirst United Methodist ChurchMr. and Mrs. Brian and Stephanie FitzgeraldMr. and Mrs. Mark FitzPatrickFood by the Ton, INCMrs. Virginia FoxGE Fdn.George & Grace Long Fdn.Gladstein Family Human Rights InstituteMrs. Myra GraubardKaren and Henry GundersMr. Talay Hafiz and Mrs. Rana Arshed HafizMr. and Mrs. Andrew and Paula HansonMrs. Kristi HardinMr. and Mrs. Wilmot L. HarrisNicole and Larry HeathThe Hon. Congressman and Mrs. Jim HimesHolly & Noah Lapine Family FundHolm & O’Hara LLPEliot and Philip JacobsJaideep and Rachel Khanna Fdn.Mr. Falgun JariwalaMs. Laura JordanDr. Neil KatzMs. Virginia KeeshanMs. Maria KellerMr. and Mrs. Dick KelseyKing SchoolMs. Lillian KraemerMr. John LaneMr. Richard Lawrence and Ms. Laura LeachCatherine and Robert LoweM&T Charitable Fdn.Mrs. Mary MaarbjergMayor David MartinMr. David MazzulloCarolina and Dan McGoeyMs. Susan MirzaMr. and Mrs. Morgan MitchellMr. Terrence ModuthagamLorraine and Alfredo MonteroMr. Andrew MugicaMr. and Mrs. Anthony MurrayMs. Betsy NagurneyNellie Mae Education Fdn.Noroton Presbyterian ChurchOPTIMUS Health CareJennifer and Robert OrlikoffMr. and Mrs. Michael J. O’RourkeRev. Edward PardoeOur 2023 Donors

2023 Annual Report 15Dr. and Mrs. Augusto PodestaMr. Gerald PollackMr. Michael PoloMr. Richard Recker and Ms. Claudia Poccia ReckerMr. Stefano RedaelliRosa and George RodriguezMr. and Mrs. David RogersRotary Club of New CanaanMr. and Mrs. Robert RussellMs. Maria Isabel SalgarMr. and Mrs. Robert SalomonMr. Ron Salvatore and Mrs. Joanne SalvatoreMr. and Mrs. Oscar SandovalMr. and Mrs. Everett SchenkMr. and Mrs. Daniel SchwartzMr. & Mrs. Arthur SelkowitzMr. and Mrs. Steve SinacoreMr. and Mrs. David SmithMr. and Mrs. Peter SmithMs. Mary Sommer and Mr. Jay SandakMr. Tarun Stewart and Ms. Melinda Barton StewartSt. Francis Episcopal ChurchMs. Kristen StopsStroup Family FundTalmadge Hill Community ChurchThe Bowling Family Fdn.The Ferguson LibraryThe Oaklawn Fdn.The Schlessinger Family FundThe Strategy Group, LLCMs. Julie Thiele and Mr. Paul KempnerMr. and Mrs. James ThomasMr. Todd ThomasMs. Alma TomasovicTown Fair Tire Fdn.Ms. Mirellise Vazquez and Mr. Thomas BirminghamMr. and Mrs. Michael WalshWebster BankRev. Anthony and Benjamin WeismanMr. Arthur Wernicke and Ms. Barbara KasmanWofsey, Rosen, Kweskin & Kuriansky, LLPThe Hon. and Mr. Terrie and Jay WoodMs. Ivonne Zucco and Mr. Anthony Simari$500–$999Anonymous (4)Ms. Yakut Akman and Mr. Thomas DuffyMrs. Lesley AptMs. Lorenza ArnalMs. Jennifer BarbagalloMr. Anthony BellomyMs. Carrie BernierMr. Adam BirnbaumMr. and Mrs. Daniel BlockMr. and Mrs. Jason and Wendy BlockMr. and Mrs. Michael BrennanCarmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLPMr. Jude CoardMr. Adhlere CoffyConnecticut Community BankConnecticut Institute for Refugees and ImmigrantsCove Point PropertiesMr. Michael CritelliDr. Annamaria CsizmadiaMr. Mark Dewing-HommesMr. and Mrs. Ronald DomonkosMr. and Mrs. Mike DonoghueEastern Land ManagementMs. Kathryn Emmett and Mr. David GolubMr. and Mrs. Gonzalo EscajadilloMs. Christina FagerstalFamily CentersJamison FeheleyFirst County BankRobert and Jessica FitzsimmonsMr. Ryan Fleenor and Mr. Dan NobleAnne Marie and Patrick FoxMr. and Mrs. Christopher GeotesRabbi Gerry and Dr. Fran GinsburgMs. Leslie GlennMs. Roni GoldbergMr. and Mrs. James HansfordDr. and Mrs. Edmund and Ellie HecklauMr. and Mrs. Stephen HoffmanMr. and Mrs. Ivan HorakMs. Suzanne HornMrs. Betsy HuffineMs. Juanita JamesMs. Stephanie Johnson and Mr. Gordon HinshalwoodMr. James KnightMs. Kathryn KoczanskiMr. and Mrs. Stephen L. LarsonLazard Fdn.The Rev. Mark Lingle and Ms. Marnie SadlowskyMr. Dan LivingstonHon. Tracy MarraMr. James McGovernMs. Karen McNairMembers Credit UnionMid Fairfield Community Care CenterMorgan StanleyMr. and Mrs. David NelsonMr. William Owens and Ms. Helena Fernandez-HerreroR & J Hospitality Norwalk LLCMs. Cathy Ranieri and Mr. Yves GadenMeredith and Eric ReubenMs. Cady RidallMs. Arisleyda RiehlIsabelle and Remi Marc Claude RiouMs. Marke RubensteinMs. Cynthia Russell and Mr. John Keith RussellMs. Susan RutzRye Country Day SchoolMr. David SailerMr. and Mrs. Christian SchneiderShermeen SiddiquiMr. and Mrs. Grant SilverTemple SinaiThe Dammann FundThe Dean and Laura Davis Family Fdn.Ms. Johnna Torsone and Mr. John McKeonUnited Memorial ChurchUnited Students and Parents (UPAS)Mr. and Mrs. Joseph VermeerMs. Cheryl VukelicMr. and Mrs. Carl WeinbergMrs. Anne WichmanMr. and Mrs. Bob and Marilyn Wiles-KettenmannJohn and Susan WilsonMr. and Mrs. Arthur WitYield Giving Open Call Fund$100–$499Anonymous (18)Ms. Mary AangeenbrugMr. Stuart AdelbergMs. Anstiss AgnewMs. Aamina AhmadAILA Connecticut ChapterAmazon SmileAmeriCaresMr. and Mrs. Steven AnastosJeri and Mark AppelMr. Bob ArnoldMrs. Sandra AtanasoffMs. Laure AubuchonMr. and Mrs. Ron and Kathi BacchiMs. Ana Maria BadashMs. Dorothy BakerMrs. Robin BakerMr. Andrew Banoff and Ms. Adriana CamposMr. Hugh BareissMs. Livia BarndollarBartley Family OrthodonticsMs. Belinda BasileMs. Mary Jean BasileoMs. Nancy BatteyMr. Bill BeccaroMs. Amy BeldottiLauren and Charles BellmareMs. Michele BeudertSusan and Suresh BhirudMs. Danielle BlaineDr. Terry BlankMs. Alexandra BoenickeMr. Mark BonaseraMs. Kim BourneMr. and Mrs. Eric BrennanMr. and Mrs. Neil BroderickMs. Ellen Bromley and Mr. Tom GizickiMs. Karen BrownMr. William BruckerJoey and Steve BuckMs. Lynne BurgessMs. Laura BurwickMs. Telma CamargoCampbell Soup CompanyMs. Jenny CanepaMs. Ellen CarterMs. Joan CartyCharter Oak CommunitiesMr. Muz ChishtiMs. Christa Chu and Mr. Andrew SchmidtMrs. Moira ColangeloMs. Eilish Collins MainConnecticut Fair Housing CenterMs. Christina CrainMr. Abelardo Curdumi and Ms. Isabel RodriguezMs. Abigail CushmanMs. Mary CyganMr. Nils DahlDarien United Methodist ChurchMr. Omar DinarMr. Allyn DoddDr. Siobhan DolanDomestic Violence Crisis CenterMr. and Mrs. Patrick DunleavyMs. Angelica DurrellMr. and Mrs. John ErbacherMs. Liana FairchildMs. Carol FavaMr. and Mrs Mark FeinerMs. Fanny FerreiraRep. Anabel FigueroaMrs. Patricia FisherDr. and Mrs. Ernest FleishmanMr. and Mrs. James FountainMs. Julienne FoyMs. Rachel FriedmanMr. and Mrs. Stan FriedmanMr. Edward FuhrmanMs. Josephine Fulcher-AndersonMichael and Ellen FunckMs. Karen GalboMs. Ana GallegosPaula and Will GarayMs. Maria Paz Garcia-Cancho and Mr. Andres BorregoGartner, Inc.Mr. and Mrs. Andrew GeorgeMs. Constance GibbMr. and Mrs. Carleton GoodnowMr. Albert Gordon, Jr. and Ms. Judith O’Grady GordonMs. Karen GottliebGreen of Greenwich

2023 Annual Report16Ms. Carole GreenbergMr. and Mrs. Gary GreeneKathleen GuionMr. John GutmanMr. and Mrs. Jonathan HaasMr. and Mrs. William HaidMr. and Mrs. Thomas HammMs. Mareta HamreMs. Bridget HanleyMr. and Mrs. Paul HarinsteinDr. Richard HarperMs. Deborah HarringtonMs. Lauren HealyMs. Rachel Lucy HeatonMr. Brian HeindlMr. and Mrs. William HennesseyMs. Grace HennieMr. and Mrs. Kevan HeroldMr. Harald Hille Ms. Leisa Hinds-SimpsonMs. Laurie HodrickMs. Meleisa HolekMr. and Mrs. Jared HolyMs. Karen HorvathCourtney and William HrycayMr. Michael HymanMr. and Mrs. Thomas HynesINDEEDMs. Margery IrishMrs. Ellen IsidroDebra and Bill JamesMr. Thaddeus JankowskiMs. Danielle Jean-Guillaume SittolPamela and Matthew JordanMr. Charles JuddMs. Nancy KailOfficer Panagiotis KalmanidisMr. and Mrs. Daniel KatzMr. and Mrs. Mark KatzPatricia and Philip KempMs. Barbara KestenbaumMs. Alice Knapp and Mr. Walter YoungMr. Scott KrowitzMs. Vanessa KudukMr. Christopher KunhardtMr. and Mrs. Federico LaffanMr. Steven LanderElizabeth and Matthew LaneMr. Noah LapineMs. Mary LaurieMr. Vincent LeclercqMr. Benjamin Lee and Ms. Emily TangMs. Melanie LeeMr. Richard Lee and Ms. Jane LazginMrs. Eva LevineTamra and Scott LichtmanAlex & Luciana LiraMr. and Mrs. George and Ling LiuMs. Erika LongMs. MariCarmen LosadaDr. Tamu Lucero and Mr. John D. LuceroMs. Magdalena Lussier-GanMs. Patricia Lydon and Mr. Howard DarmstadterMr. and Mrs. Stuart MadisonMagna Construction LLCMs. Grace MaiolaMs. Johnnie MalloyMr. and Mrs. William MalpicaMs. Shobana ManiMs. Susan Mansfield and Mr. Frank WhiteMs. Grace MarkovitsMr. and Mrs. Robert MartinMs. Steviann MartinesMs. Juad MastersMr. Jeffrey Mayer and Ms. Nancy DiamondMs. Serena MayeriDr. Adele McDowellMr. and Mrs. Joel Mellis Mr. Mike MeyerMr. and Mrs. Paul MichalskiRep. David Michel Emanuel Minnick Ms. Joan MocklerMr. Jonathan MofflyMr. John Moore and Mrs. Melinda AndersonMr. and Mrs. Terence MoriartyMr. and Mrs. Brian MurphyMr. and Mrs. Joe and Rosemary MygattMr. Basam Nabulsi, Esq.Ms. Demetria NelsonMr. Thomas Sidney NewmanMs. Polly O’Brien MorrowMr. and Mrs. Carlos OnisMr. and Mrs. James O’RourkeMs. Kelly OpotznerOrchestra LumosRose and Jairo OrjuelaMs. Pamela Ostuw and Mr. Douglas McManusMs. Eva PadillaMs. Lisa PageFr. Harry PappasMs. Tamara Pardo Ms. Kristina PattersonLauren PattersonMr. Christopher Meyrick Payne and Ms. Donna TatroeDr. Grisell PazMr. Warren Pena Mr. Douglas PennMs. Elena Perez Moreno and Mr. Horst GalloDr. Regina Peruggi and Mr. Jerry McCallionFrank and Rita PhillipsMs. Patti PicardiMr. Jeffrey Plotkin, Esq.Yakov PyetrankerMs. Elizabeth QuartararoMs. Jeanie RabenKaty and Rod RaheJennifer ReganMr. and Mrs. Stephen RenaudMr. and Mrs. Jose RiveraMs. Annie RobertsMs Betty RobertsMs. Beth Robins RothMr. Marcos D. RodriguezFrank and Pia RoeserMs. Annea RosenbergMs. Diane Rosenthal and Mr. Mark DeitchMichael and Geralyn RubensteinMs. Lutonya Russell–HumesBarbara and Michael RyanMr. and Mrs. Michael SabiaMs. Michelle Saldivar and Mr. Bill KelseyMr. and Mrs. John SalisburyMs. MaryLou SalvatiMs. Andrea Santaniello and Mr. Efstathios N. KaranikolaidisDr. and Mrs. Alfred SchmidtMr. John SchnefkeHeather and Raoul SchuddeboomMr. Bob SchumacherMs. Julia Schwartz-LeeperMs. Lauren Scopaz DaunaisMr. John SecorDr. Steven Shaby and Mrs. Diane ShabyMr. Stephen ShealyMr. and Mrs. Lawrence SiebertMr. and Ms. Barry SilverMr. and Mrs. Randall SkigenSMBC CorporationSociety of the Sacred HeartMr. Fred SoffaSandy and Steve SouleVincent and Saasha SpezialeSt. Luke’s SchoolStamford Senior CenterStamford SuburbanitesMr. Robin SteinMr. and Mrs. James StewartStop & ShopSubway Franchise World HeadquartersMs. Carla TabossiMs. Mary TangneyMr. Gary TaylorTemple Beth ElMs. Dora ThagourasMs. Priyanga ThangamariappanThe Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Westport, Inc.The Village Community Fdn.Stephanie ThomasMs. Janet ThompsonMs. Rosa ToroMr. Dennis TorresMr. and Mrs. Stephen TrellMs. Margaret TsirantonaskisTudor Investment CorporationMrs. Rafaela VolpeMr. George Vos and Ms. Lynn O’Connor VosMrs. Nancy von Euler and Mr. Peter von EulerMs. Karen Waltemath TrautweinMs. Judith WeinstockWilliam H. Parr & Company, LLPWillis Towers WatsonMs. Jamie WilsonMr. and Mrs. Ignacy WojtowiczMs. Barbara WoodMr. Ted Yang and Mrs. Christine YangKaren and Robert YostpilleMrs. Carolina ZambranoMs. Katharine Zepeda McFateMs. Glyn ZiemackiUp to $99Anonymous (19)Mr. Noor AhmedAnnette and Carlos AspillagaMs. Elizabeth BallMr. Alan BarrMs. Claudia Benitez MontoyaMr. James Benjamin and Ms. Amy Fishkow BenjaminMs. Claudia BilottiMs. Susan Boria and Mr. Terence WightMs. Laura BoweMs. Cynthia BowserMs. Constance Brodeur-SassiMs. Kelly BurlageMs. Sylvia ButandaSr. Grace ButlerRita and Michael ButtermanMr. Anthony Campanella and Ms. Beatrix ZimmermannDiana CapellanMr. and Mrs. Reuben ChodoshMr. and Mrs. Alan CohenMr. Cole Cooper, Esq.Ms. Shelagh CorporonMs. Barbara CraneMs. Melissa DeGraziaMr. and Mrs. John De RegtMs. Karen DernMr. and Mrs. Thomas and Margaret DevlinMs. Cathy DonnellyEmmanuel DoresteOur 2023 Donors (cont’d.)

2023 Annual Report 17Ms. Susan EdmandsMs. Suzan ElhajjMr. Lewis FinkelMr. and Mrs. Alan FreemanMs. Janeene FreemanMs. Lucy FreemanMr. James FountainMs. Lily Maricela GamezMs. Clara GarveyMs. Alejandra GomezMr. Leslie GordonMr. and Mrs. Robert GreenMs. Olivia GriffinMr. PJ GustasMs. Marsha GuthrieMs. Amy GuttmanMr. and Mrs. John and Patricia GuzaMs. Cheryl HarperMs. Carol HellerMs. Ariel HendersonMs. Deborah HertzSunyi and Misa HuangMs. Donna HughesMs. Holly JespersenRobbi JohnstonMs. Ann Joo KimMs. Cheryl KendallSister Janet KinneyMs. Julia Kremer and Mr. John MassengillMs. Susan LaPerlaMr. Mark D. LeathermanElizabeth and Todd LeboShu Jung LiuLone Pine Capital LLCMs. Betsy LopezMs. Eva Lopez-ReymanMr. and Mrs. Daniel MacDougallMs. Domenica ManuliMr. Timothy MarmolMs. Miriam MatosMs. Judith McCannMr. RJ MercedeMs. Eleanor MirneGus MontoyaMs. Lisa MusilliMr. and Mrs. Philip NegusMeg and Jeff NewtonMs. Donna O'NeillMs. Hope OrjuelaMs. Vanuce PedreiroMs. Jennienne Peoples BurkeMs. Denise PetroneMr. Bud PrenevostMs. Karen RaidtRegeneronMs. Anne RichMs. Lisa Rich and Mr. Rafael BustoMr. Chris Rivera-LebronMr. Holm RoeserMs. Eileen RosnerMr. John Ross and Ms. Montserrat GaricaJames and Sally RothkopfMs. Lynn SabatinoMr. and Mrs. Barbara and Evan SalopMs. Noel SanderMs. Nordia SavageLeonard SchmidtMr. Mohamed ShafiMs. Beth ShaulsonMs. Marion SmithMs. Linda Smith-AlexandreMs. Jessica SomerfeldMs. Alexa SosaStamford Public Education FoundationMs. Louise SternMs. Kimberly TimkoThe Foundation Source Charitable Fdn.Mr. Aleksandr TroybLauren TurnerMs. Genesis Valbuena MedinaMr. and Mrs. John VitaleMs. Mindi VogelWee Care Nanny AgencyMrs. Lynne WeinbergMrs. Denise WilliamsMs. Rosalyn YearyIn Kind GiftsAnonymous (3) Ms. Mary AangeenbrugMs. Jennifer AielloAvelo AirlinesAvon Theatre Film CenterMs. Pauline BaileyBank of America Charitable Fdn.Mr. Andrew Banoff and Ms. Adriana CamposMr. and Mrs. David S. BarnardMr. John Bedford Berkowitz and Hanna LLC Ms. Danielle BlaineMr. Steve BoselliMr. and Mrs. Neil BroderickMr. Carter BrooksVadym BudilovskyyMs. Maytte CalderoMs. Molly CalhounMs. Telma CamargoMs. Ana CastilloMr. Lawrence Cavanagh and Dr. Eleanor RiemerMr. Hammad ChoudhuryMs. Ashley ChristopherCourtyard by MarriottMs. Mary CyganDaisy Mae DesignsMs. Katherine DavisMr. and Mrs. Patrick de Saint-AignanMrs. Amanda DecMs. Debbi DempsterMs. Michelle De RoccoMs. Sandra DerricoMs. Melissa DevaneyMs. Sally DevinoMs. Vanessa DiazMs. Gloria DonnellMr. Christopher DoodyMs. Anne Downey and Mr. Ken WiegandMr. Brendan DysonMs. Nicole EadesMs. Julie FaryniarzMr. and Mrs. Mark FitzPatrickMs. Anne FloundersMs. Jaquie GiammarcoMs. Leslie GlennMs. Roni GoldbergMr. Rey GonzalezMr. and Mrs. Stephen GrampsGreen of GreenwichGreenwich Country DayMr. and Mrs. William Haid Ms. Christina Hanna Esq.Mr. and Mrs. Andrew and Paula HansonRen HarmanMs. Brenda HenningMr. Harald HilleMs. Margaret Hilton PaulsonHispanic FederationMr. Harrison HunterEliot and Philip JacobsMs. Robyn JonesMs. Maryann KannMs. Barri KayeMs. Barbara KestenbaumKing SchoolMr. James KnightMr. John LaneMr. Vincent LeclercqMr. Doug LeeLil Brit of Wax and FacialsMr. Gregory LimMs. Amanda LoehnisMacrae SkyeMs. Lisa MaglioccoMs. Tia MahaffyMr. James MatthewsMr. Will McCartanCarolina and Dan McGoeyMs. Ginny MelvinGus MontoyaMr. Santiago MoralesMount Snow VermontMs. Fayez MuhtadieMs. Heather MusserNew York Comedy ClubMs. Norah O’DonnellMs. Catherine OhernOrchestra LumosMr. and Mrs. Rich OstuwMr. Douglas Penn Mr. and Mrs. James QuinnMs. Danelle Ragoonanan-StorphMs. Karen RaidtMs. Ashley ReidResidence Inn by MarriottMs. Kia RichardsIsabelle and Remi Marc Claude RiouMs. Marie RochaMarice RoseMs. Anne RossMs. Cathy SacksMr. William SantanielloMs. Jill SaulsberryMr. Rory ShawMr. and Mrs. Grant SilverMayor Caroline Simmons and Art LinaresSoundwatersSt. Leo ParishStamford Bank and TrustStamford Public Education Fdn.Stone Point Capital LLCMs. Kristen StopsMr. and Mrs. Jolanda and Willem SutherlandMr. Peter TarwidTerra Gaucha RestaurantThe Village Community Fdn.Mr. Eric ThorntonMs. Catherine TompkinsAttorney General William TongMr. and Mrs. Hobie and Nancy TruesdellMs. Mirellise Vazquez and Mr. Thomas BirminghamMs. Liz VictoryMs. Rebecca WalkerWarby ParkerMr. Bob WardenMs. Averi WhiddenMrs. Anne WichmanKarin WichmanJennifer WiesnerMs. Ellen Williams and Mr. Andrew SchultzMr. Michael WindermanWNYC RadioMs. Helen YoonMr. Derek ZaeskeMr. Edward ZislisMr. Lawrence ZlatkinMs. Tara ZurheidePlease excuse any errors or omissions.

2023 Annual Report18For the year ending December 31, 2023Financial HighlightsSource of FundsExpanding Operations Stable Asset BaseAllocationof Funds● Individuals 54%● Programs 82%● Foundations 30%● Fundraising 15%● Corporations & Organizations 9%● General & Administrative 3%● Programs & Partnerships 4%● Investment Income 3%2019$4,000,000$3,500,000$3,000,000$2,500,000$2,000,000$1,500,000$1,000,000$500,000$02020 2021 2022 2023* Excludes revenue with donor restrictions.● Revenue ● Expenses● Cash & Equivalents ● InvestmentsInvestments consist of US Treasury bonds & US Treasury Exchange Traded Funds For more details, see our financial statements and Form 990 at www.B1C.org2019$3,000,000$2,500,000$2,000,000$1,500,000$1,000,000$500,000$02020 2021 2022 2023

Board Members2024 LEADERSHIPSonia Alcantarilla Aldo Cabrera Adhlere Coffy David Cohen Josephine Fulcher Anderson Angelica D. Gorrio Talay Hafiz Belle Horwitz Laura Jordan Noah Lapine Dr. Tamu Lucero Douglas R. Penn Arisleyda Riehl Patrick de Saint-Aignan Andy Schau Terrie E. Wood Christopher Geotes, Esq., Pro-Bono CounselEleanor Riemer ChairMary Sommer Vice ChairEllen WilliamsSecretarySusan AdamsenTreasurerGretchen AndersonELL DirectorGina Atanasoff Development Coordinator Anka Badurina, Ph.D. Executive DirectorLeni BorgesImmigration Legal Services ParalegalCathy ButcherAffirmative Practice AttorneyMiguel CarneroTechnology SpecialistFernando CastellanosFacilities CoordinatorSophia CorsaroData and Systems ManagerFanny FerreiraProgram DirectorLupita FigueroaOffice ManagerAndrea HuntEvents and Communications CoordinatorPaola Idrovo, Esq.Removal Defense AttorneyOlga Lopez Workforce Development ManagerEva Lopez Reyman Immigration Legal Services ParalegalFernanda Moreno SotoFamily and Individual Services Case ManagerPatrice MorleyELL Training Coordinator Lorely PecheFamily and Individual Services DirectorElena Perez MorenoDevelopment and External Relations DirectorAdriana Podesta, Esq.Immigration Legal Services Affirmative Practice DirectorValeta PrendergastGrants ManagerJenny Ramirez Immigration Legal Services Assistant Leonel Restrepo Facilities CoordinatorIsabelle RiouEmployment CoordinatorYenny Rodriguez Facilities CoordinatorLina RojasOutreach Coordinator Noor SheikhIJC Fellow Bernadette SotomayorEducation Support CoordinatorJessica StoneSkills Development CoordinatorJonnatan TovarWorkers Outreach CoordinatorSuzanne Vega ELL ManagerValeria VerdejoOperations ManagerDoris VictorinoFacilities CoordinatorNijole VileikisFamily and Individual Services Case ManagerJennifer Williams, Esq.Immigration Legal Services Removal Defense DirectorSuzanne WindCommunications DirectorMargarita Zimmerman Volunteer DirectorStaffNote: Not all board members and staff included in photo collage.2023 Annual Report19

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