Building One Community Celebrates Opening Of New Center In Shippan

Information via Building 1 Community

STAMFORD, CT — Building One Community, the nonprofit organization that provides a comprehensive resource center for immigrants in the greater Stamford area, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct.28 to celebrate the grand opening of its new flagship location at 417 Shippan Ave.

Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons was joined by Congressman Jim Himes, Attorney General William Tong, and other local elected officials, influencers and partners for the occasion.

At the celebration, guests kicked off a community mural by painting by numbers to help recreate the iconic mural once painted at their original location – 75 Selleck St. in Stamford.

Artist Maria Esther Magallanes designed this mural in late 2016. It was a painting inspired by immigration featuring bright colors, neighborhood settings, musicians and more.

This mural symbolizes the many facets and colors of immigration. When B1C expanded to the east side of Stamford, they knew they wanted to replicate this warm and symbolic painting at their new home.

In addition, attendees participated in tours of the new facility featuring a complete B1C immersive program experience. The guests were able to walk in the shoes of new immigrants and experience the various support programs and services available through B1C.

The mission of Building One Community is to advance the successful integration of immigrants and their families. Since its inception in 2011, the organization has served over 13,700 immigrants from 116 countries.

To learn more about Building Once Community, visit their website.