Connecticut Institute For Refugees And Immigrants Inc
- Assets
- $2.8m
- Revenue
- $6.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 93
- Location
- Bridgeport, CT
- Founding
- 07/1942
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 06-0669118
Organization Overview
Connecticut Institute For Refugees And Immigrants Inc is located in Bridgeport, CT. The organization was established in 1942. According to its NTEE Classification (P84) the organization is classified as: Ethnic & Immigrant Centers, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Connecticut Institute For Refugees And Immigrants Inc employed 93 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Connecticut Institute For Refugees And Immigrants Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Connecticut Institute For Refugees And Immigrants Inc generated $6.0m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $5.7m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 15.3% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2020, Connecticut Institute For Refugees And Immigrants Inc has awarded 27 individual grants totaling $447,853. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE CONNECTICUT INSTITUTE FOR REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS, INC. (CIRI) IS A STATEWIDE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT ASSISTS REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS RESOLVE LEGAL, ECONOMIC, LINGUISTIC AND SOCIAL BARRIERS SO THAT THEY BECOME SELF-SUFFICIENT, INTEGRATED AND CONTRIBUTING MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY. CIRI ACHIEVES THIS MISSION BY PROVIDING A COMPASSIONATE ARRAY OF HIGH-QUALITY LEGAL, SOCIAL AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING AND BY PROMOTING CROSS CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING AND DECENT TREATMENT FOR ALL.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: ANNUALLY, CIRI ASSISTS ALMOST 300 REFUGEES TO RESETTLE AND REBUILD THEIR LIVES IN THE UNITED STATES. IN 2023, CIRI ALSO ASSISTED OVER 50 AFGHAN PAROLEES AND OVER 120 UKRAINIAN PAROLEES. REFUGEES AND PAROLEES HAVE FLED WAR AND PERSECUTION IN THEIR NATIVE COUNTRIES AND IN MANY CASES HAVE SPENT YEARS, EVEN DECADES, IN REFUGEE CAMPS. CIRI STAFF FOCUSES ON MEETING THE IMMEDIATE BASIC NEEDS OF NEW REFUGEES, AND ASSISTS WITH EMPLOYMENT, HOUSING, SCHOOL READINESS AND SUCCESS IN THE US EDUCATION SYSTEM, ACCESSING HEALTH SERVICES, AND OTHER SERVICES SO THEY MAY THRIVE IN THEIR NEW COMMUNITIES. SUPPORT IS PROVIDED FOR UP TO 5 YEARS FROM INITIAL RESETTLEMENT.
RENTAL ASSISTANCE: CIRI CONTRACTED WITH THE STATE TO ADMINISTER A PORTION OF RENTAL ASSISTANCE FUNDS TO QUALIFIED RECIPIENTS. THE PURPOSE OF FUNDING IS TO KEEP INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES SAFELY HOUSED DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, TARGETING RENTERS NEGATIVELY IMPACTED BY COVID-19. CIRI IS COLLABORATING WITH LOCAL CONNECTICUT ORGANIZATIONS TO ENSURE THAT THE ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED TO THE APPROPRIATE RECIPIENTS. DURING 2023, CIRI DISTRIBUTED THE REMAINING PROGRAM FUNDS AND CLOSED THIS PROGRAM.
LEGAL IMMIGRATION & CITIZENSHIP SERVICES: CIRI'S EXPERIENCED IMMIGRATION ATTORNEYS AND REPRESENTATIVES, ACCREDITED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF LEGAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS, ENSURE THAT IMMIGRANTS ARE AWARE OF THEIR LEGAL OPTIONS AND PROVIDE REPRESENTATION BEFORE U.S. CITIZENSHIP & IMMIGRATION SERVICES AND THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR IMMIGRATION REVIEW. THE PROGRAM OFFERS A WIDE RANGE OF LOW-COST AND FREE LEGAL SERVICES TO LOW-INCOME IMMIGRANTS WHICH MAY INCLUDE FAMILY-BASED IMMIGRATION, APPLICATIONS FOR PERMANENT RESIDENCE, NATURALIZATION & CITIZENSHIP, TEMPORARY PROTECTED STATUS (TPS), LEGAL PROTECTIONS FOR VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE AND SERIOUS CRIMES, ASYLUM APPLICATIONS, AND REPRESENTATION BEFORE THE IMMIGRATION COURT.
PROJECT RESCUE: PROJECT RESCUE AS THE STATE LEAD IN SERVICES FOR SURVIVORS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING, UNACCOMPANIED MINORS, AND FOREIGN-BORN VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE AND CHILD ABUSE WITHIN THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT AND RAISES AWARENESS ABOUT THE ISSUE OF TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS, CARING FOR UNACCOMPANIED MINORS AND ADDRESSING CHALLENGE FOR FOREIGN BORN VICTIMS OF CERTAIN CRIMES. THE PROGRAM SERVES TRAFFICKING VICTIMS THROUGH COMPREHENSIVE CASE MANAGEMENT, IMMIGRATION LEGAL AID, AND REFERRALS TO COMMUNITY SERVICE PROVIDERS. IN-HOUSE SERVICES INCLUDE INTENSIVE CASE MANAGEMENT, EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICES, AND HELP WITH BASIC NEEDS. IN COLLABORATION WITH SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES, LEGAL SERVICES, AND LAW ENFORCEMENT, THE PROGRAM HELPS SURVIVORS GAIN ACCESS TO PUBLIC BENEFITS, THERAPY, SAFE HOUSING AND THE MEDICAL CARE THEY NEED TO REBUILD THEIR LIVES. PROJECT RESCUE PROVIDES STATEWIDE TRAINING TO SERVICE PROVIDERS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT ON VICTIM IDENTIFICATION AND OUTREACH TO INCREASE PUBLIC AWARENESS. THE PROGRAM ALSO COLLABORATED WITH STATE AND NATIONAL NETWORKS TO SECURE SAFETY AND RESETTLING OF UNACCOMPANIED MINORS IN SHELTER AND AS THEY MOVE FROM SHELTER TO THEIR SPONSORS/FAMILY MEMBERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Susan Schnitzer President And CEO | Officer | 40 | $108,355 |
Jessica Campbell Chief Financial Officer | Officer | 40 | $93,252 |
Nina Nieuwoudt Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Robert Smith Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jurgen Link Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Debbie Steckler Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $254,259 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $3,396,586 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,108,549 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,759,394 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,237,342 |
| Investment income | $34,247 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $13,378 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$44,127 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $6,024,581 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $38,057 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $1,343,464 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $214,274 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $103,039 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,720,607 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $220,258 |
| Payroll taxes | $238,317 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $23,500 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $337,167 |
| Advertising and promotion | $16,440 |
| Office expenses | $134,693 |
| Information technology | $52,851 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $141,839 |
| Travel | $54,841 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $15,205 |
| Interest | $57,916 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $25,232 |
| Insurance | $38,066 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,672,727 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $653,253 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $794,226 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $138,206 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $117,572 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $160,542 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $683,420 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $203,733 |
| Total assets | $2,750,952 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $207,153 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $500,000 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $359,766 |
| Total liabilities | $1,066,919 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,237,435 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $446,598 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $2,750,952 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Connecticut Institute For Refugees And Immigrants Inc has awarded $204,735 in support to 8 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
URBAN CONCEPTS INC PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE AND DIRECT SERVICES RELATED TO THE RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. | $10,893 |
LOVE146 PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE CONSULTATION FOR TRAFFICKING PROGRAM. | $10,000 |
BUILDING ONE COMMUNITY PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE AND DIRECT SERVICES RELATED TO THE RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. | $87,165 |
CONNECTICUT WORKERS CENTER PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE AND DIRECT SERVICES RELATED TO THE RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. | $36,450 |
UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE PROGRAM REVIEWS FOR THE TRAFFICKING PROGRAM. | $13,164 |
CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE AND DIRECT SERVICES RELATED TO THE RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. | $11,423 |