Building One Community Celebrates 12th Anniversary!

Building One Community (B1C) marked its 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.

Since B1C's inception in 2011, the organization has been dedicated to supporting immigrants and their families integrate into our community. With a comprehensive suite of services ranging from English language learning and workforce development programs to family and individual services and immigration legal support, B1C has made a significant impact in the lives of over 15,250 individuals from 117 different countries.

Leading the charge is B1C's Executive Director, Anka Badurina, Ph.D., who expressed immense pride in the organization's contributions to promoting diversity and equity in our communities. "Our programs and services have changed lives by integrating immigrants and their families into our amazing community," said Badurina.

Badurina continued by stating, “It’s especially fantastic to celebrate our birthday during Immigrant Heritage Month (IHM). A month dedicated to honor the contributions that immigrants have made to the communities and economy of the United States while embracing the richness of their diversity. Our participants work hard, and we love hearing and sharing their successes.”

B1C is delighted to have achieved several significant successes over the past 12 years, including promoting healthcare resources, teaching English, supporting immigrant entrepreneurship, expanding their legal services program and empowering young people who are new Americans or children of new Americans.

As they look forward to another exciting year, B1C is committed to continuing to educate, employ, empower and engage immigrants and their families to thrive in our community. The organization urges you to donate or volunteer today to help ensure that this vital work continues. Learn more at www.b1c.org.