Form 990 for tax year 2024
Filed by COMMUNITY CENTER FOR IMMIGRANTS INCORPORATED.
Totals
- Total revenue
- $455,051
- Total expenses
- $464,960
- Contributions and grants received
- $410,528
- Grants paid
- $0
- Program service revenue
- $44,469
- Investment income
- $54
- Other revenue
- $0
- Total assets, end of year
- $57,045
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $18,080
- Net assets or fund balances, end of year
- $38,965
- Program services expenses (Part IX)
- $413,710
- Management and general expenses
- $31,099
- Fundraising expenses
- $20,151
- Program service expenses (Part III)
- $413,710
Program services were 89.0% of total expenses calculated — Part IX's program-services column over total expenses, both as filed.
Line items
Every line the filer filed in Parts VIII, IX and X, as filed and in filed order. Blank columns are left out, and the lines are not forced to add up to the totals above.
Revenue
Part VIII, the statement of revenue.
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1a · Federated campaigns
$0
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1b · Membership dues
$0
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1c · Fundraising events
$0
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1d · Related organizations
$0
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1e · Government grants (contributions)
$346,049
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1f · All other contributions, gifts and grants
$64,479
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1g · Noncash contributions included above
$0
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2a · Program service revenue: Legal services
total $43,420 · related or exempt $43,420 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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2b · Program service revenue: Selling Citizenship Books to Students
total $719 · related or exempt $719 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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2c · Program service revenue: Selling ESL Books to Students
total $330 · related or exempt $330 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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2d · Program service revenue
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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2e · Program service revenue
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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2f · All other program service revenue
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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3 · Investment income
total $54 · related or exempt $54 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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4 · Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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5 · Royalties
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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6a · Gross rents
real property $0 · personal property $0
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6b · Less rental expenses
real property $0 · personal property $0
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6c · Rental income or loss
real property $0 · personal property $0
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6d · Net rental income or loss
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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7a · Gross sales of assets other than inventory
securities $0 · other assets $0
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7b · Less cost or other basis and sales expenses
securities $0 · other assets $0
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7c · Gain or loss
securities $0 · other assets $0
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7d · Net gain or loss
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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8a · Fundraising events: gross income
$0
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8a · Fundraising events: contributions included on line 1c
$0
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8b · Fundraising events: direct expenses
$0
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8c · Net income from fundraising events
total $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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9a · Gaming: gross income
$0
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9b · Gaming: direct expenses
$0
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9c · Net income from gaming
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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10a · Gross sales of inventory
$0
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10b · Cost of goods sold
$0
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10c · Net income from sales of inventory
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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11a · Other revenue
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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11b · Other revenue
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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11c · Other revenue
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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11d · All other revenue
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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11e · Other revenue, total
$0
Functional expenses
Part IX, the statement of functional expenses.
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1 · Grants to domestic organizations and governments
total $0 · program services $0
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2 · Grants to domestic individuals
total $0 · program services $0
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3 · Grants to foreign organizations and individuals
total $0 · program services $0
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4 · Benefits paid to or for members
total $0 · program services $0
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5 · Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
total $96,991 · program services $87,289 · management and general $5,400 · fundraising $4,302
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6 · Compensation of disqualified persons
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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7 · Other salaries and wages
total $178,599 · program services $159,876 · management and general $12,291 · fundraising $6,432
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8 · Pension plan contributions
total $13,760 · program services $13,760 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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9 · Other employee benefits
total $15,050 · program services $15,050 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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10 · Payroll taxes
total $24,199 · program services $22,025 · management and general $1,353 · fundraising $821
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11a · Fees: management
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11b · Fees: legal
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11c · Fees: accounting
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11d · Fees: lobbying
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11e · Fees: professional fundraising services
total $5,000 · fundraising $5,000
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11f · Fees: investment management
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11g · Fees: other
total $1,873 · program services $1,873 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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12 · Advertising and promotion
total $2,050 · program services $1,207 · management and general $407 · fundraising $436
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13 · Office expenses
total $35,823 · program services $33,458 · management and general $1,531 · fundraising $834
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14 · Information technology
total $22,604 · program services $19,835 · management and general $2,769 · fundraising $0
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15 · Royalties
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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16 · Occupancy
total $39,391 · program services $33,483 · management and general $3,939 · fundraising $1,969
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17 · Travel
total $9,519 · program services $8,567 · management and general $666 · fundraising $286
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18 · Travel or entertainment for public officials
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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19 · Conferences, conventions and meetings
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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20 · Interest
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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21 · Payments to affiliates
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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22 · Depreciation, depletion and amortization
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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23 · Insurance
total $4,625 · program services $3,077 · management and general $1,548 · fundraising $0
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24a · Other expenses: Professional Services
total $1,303 · program services $1,058 · management and general $245 · fundraising $0
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24b · Other expenses: Professional Development
total $6,336 · program services $6,267 · management and general $0 · fundraising $69
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24c · Other expenses: Membership dues
total $2,460 · program services $2,445 · management and general $13 · fundraising $2
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24d · Other expenses: Meals & Entertainment
total $5,377 · program services $4,440 · management and general $937 · fundraising $0
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24e · All other expenses
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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26 · Joint costs (an allocation of the lines above)
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
Balance sheet
Part X, book values.
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1 · Cash, non-interest-bearing
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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2 · Savings and temporary cash investments
beginning of year $50,607 · end of year $57,755
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3 · Pledges and grants receivable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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4 · Accounts receivable
beginning of year $0 · end of year -$710
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5 · Loans and receivables from officers and key people
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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6 · Loans and receivables from disqualified persons
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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7 · Other notes and loans receivable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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8 · Inventories for sale or use
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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9 · Prepaid expenses and deferred charges
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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10a · Land, buildings and equipment: cost or other basis
$0
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10b · Land, buildings and equipment: accumulated depreciation
$0
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10c · Land, buildings and equipment, net
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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11 · Investments: publicly traded securities
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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12 · Investments: other securities
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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13 · Investments: program-related
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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14 · Intangible assets
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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15 · Other assets
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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17 · Accounts payable and accrued expenses
beginning of year $1,541 · end of year $18,080
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18 · Grants payable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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19 · Deferred revenue
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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20 · Tax-exempt bond liabilities
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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21 · Escrow or custodial account liability
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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22 · Loans and payables to officers and key people
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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23 · Secured mortgages and notes payable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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24 · Unsecured notes and loans payable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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25 · Other liabilities
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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29 · Capital stock, trust principal or current funds
beginning of year $5 · end of year $5
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30 · Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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31 · Retained earnings, endowment or other funds
beginning of year $49,061 · end of year $38,960
Mission and programs · 2024
Mission
Community Center for Immigrants facilitates integration and fosters self-sufficiency in the immigrant community by providing English and Citizenship education programs and immigration legal services. Our goal is to develop the literacy and civic knowledge required to obtain U.S. citizenship and actively participate in American society. Over the last year we have served over 900 refugees 272 of whom received green card approvals and 100 of whom achieved US citizenship.
Activities or mission (Part I)
Community Center for Immigrants facilitates integration and fosters self-sufficiency in the immigrant community by providing English and Citizenship education programs and immigration legal services. Our goal is to develop the literacy and civic knowledge required to obtain U.S. citizenship and actively participate in American society. CCIs education program focuses on adult education as an essential component of the integration process. Our courses build linguistic confidence encourage the use of English outside the classroom and prepare students for the naturalization exam. In 2022 CCI became Department of Justice-certified to provide immigration legal services. For example we draft and submit documentation for green cards and citizenship prepare clients for the naturalization test and accompany students to their citizenship interviews. Over the last year we have served over 900 immigrants 272 received green card approvals and 100 of achieved US citizenship.
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CCIs English Literacy program innovatively teaches English and workplace skills to refugee students enhancing their life skills. The ELL services include: Beginner Literacy for those with limited English proficiency focusing on reading writing speaking and listening. High Beginning and Intermediate courses improve overall language skills. English Language for Citizenship offers language and civic knowledge for US citizenship application. English Language for Civic Rights and Responsibilities workshops cover American political systems and rights aiding in democratic participation and immigration navigation. Guest speakers include local officials employers financial experts and FoodShare advocates. Field trips to local businesses and the Milwaukee Public Library provide experiential learning. Outreach events recruit new refugees including citizenship celebrations and World Refugee Day participation. Transportation assistance is provided through gas cards. Translation services are available for various program activities. Referrals to other agencies support participants needs including legal services for green card and citizenship applications.
Expenses $163,036 · Revenue $330
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In 2022 CCI obtained Department of Justice certification to provide immigration legal services enhancing refugee access to affordable aid and ensuring fairness in the naturalization process. CCIs experts assist immigrants in obtaining permanent residency such as green cards and guide them through the U.S. citizenship journey. Services include document preparation for green cards and citizenship applications assistance with the naturalization exam and accompanying individuals to citizenship interviews. Notable achievements involve helping 400 refugees gain U.S. citizenship and aiding over 800 refugees in green card applications since starting our immigration services. To address citizenship challenges for immigrants with disabilities CCI offers health services through our legal department. We assist disabled refugees in obtaining medical exam exemptions accessing vaccines and connecting with primary care providers.
Expenses $149,441 · Revenue $43,420
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CCIs Citizenship education program teaches the language skills and civics knowledge necessary to obtain US citizenship and become an active member of the community. Our courses build personal confidence and encourage the use of English in practical situations outside the classroom. We leverage a team of experienced instructors to deliver educational programming to hard-to-reach limited literate learners. Additionally to overcome barriers to adult education we provide transportation childcare and online classes.
Expenses $101,233 · Revenue $719
As filed on the 2024 return.
Listed in Part VII
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Mitchell Lewis
Board President
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 30
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Mariah Harris
Vice President
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 3
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Mathew Frank
Treasurer
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 3
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Isabelle Koenig
Board Member
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 5
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Kim Khaira
Board Member
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 5
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Caitlyn Lewis
Executive Director
- Total calculated
- $96,991
- From this org
- $0
- From related orgs
- $96,991
- Other
- $0
- Hours/week
- 50
Compensation is as filed in Part VII: reportable pay from this organization and from related organizations, other compensation, and hours per week. The total, marked calculated, is our sum of the three dollar columns, with a blank column counted as $0; the form itself has no total. On a Form 990-EZ the columns are Part IV's instead, and on a Form 990-PF Part VIII's — compensation, contributions to benefit plans, and expense account — and the total sums those.
Grants on this return
No itemized grants to organizations on this return.
Provenance
- Return type
- form_990
- Tax year
- 2024
- Filed
- 25 June 2025
- IRS schema version
- 2024v5.1
- Source object
- 202511769349300301
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