Central American Resource Center (CARECEN)

We're one week away from #GivingTuesday! As we count down to this global day of giving, we’re excited to invite you to be part of something bigger. Your support helps us continue advocating for immigrant rights, providing direct services, and empowering our community. https://lnkd.in/gYx7dV3s #Dec3

Immigrants in this country continue to come under attack from xenophobic immigration policies. But CARECEN will continue to stand alongside our immigrant neighbors. Scan the QR code to donate today and support our work into 2025! https://lnkd.in/gYx7dV3s

As the year comes to a close, we ask you to join us in equipping the immigrant community with the tools to become financially capable, learn budgeting, and more. Donate today to help support this important work: https://lnkd.in/gYx7dV3s #endofyeargiving

Here are seven local nonprofits based here in the DC region that support our local immigrant and refugee communities. Visit givelocaltogether.org to learn more about their critical work! 1. Ayuda 2. Central American Resource Center (CARECEN) 3. Immigrant & Refugee Outreach Center 4. Just Neighbors 5. Resettlement Action DC (REACT DC) 6. Torture Abolition and Survivors Support Coalition International 7. Washington English Center #GivingTuesday #GiveLocalTogether #washingtondc

We are ramping up our outreach efforts to offer more immigration-related “Know Your Rights” workshops to protect our community. Your support will help expand these vital efforts and ensure our community has the support it needs. Scan the QR code or click the link here: https://lnkd.in/gYx7dV3s to donate today! #donatetoday??

As we approach the end of the year, we urgently need your support to protect immigrant communities. The recent election results have put vulnerable populations at even greater risk, and your donation will help us meet the rising demand for legal services, housing counseling, and outreach efforts. The need is higher than ever, and we’re counting on your help to continue our work into 2025. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gYx7dV3s #DefendImmigrants

We are confronted with a new reality of the November 5th election results, which bring uncertainty of what the future holds under the incoming administration. CARECEN’s Executive Director, Abel Nu?ez, reaffirms our unwavering commitment to stand by immigrant communities. For those that want to take action, we ask that you join us in this fight by ensuring that CARECEN remains strong and ready to confront this critical moment. We will continue to work alongside elected officials and immigrant rights coalitions to fight all harmful policies. Together, we must DEFEND IMMIGRANTS. Read our full statement here: https://lnkd.in/g2RUWtMr Support Us: https://lnkd.in/gYx7dV3s

CARECEN's Housing Program is honored to have received the Mayor Bowser’s SOMOS DC Access to Housing Award ?? A heartfelt thank you to our housing team who has been working tirelessly to assist community members and to our partners for your collaboration. Together, we are making a positive impact, and this award stands as a testament to our collective efforts! Special thanks to Eduardo Perdomo, Jackie Reyes-Yanes and DC Mayor Muriel Bowser for this recognition. Let’s continue working together to enhance access to safe and affordable housing for our community!

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our sponsors, board members, and guests who joined us in this special celebration! It was beautiful to see the far-reaching community of supporters we have; we truly couldn't do this important work without you. This year marks 43 years of dedicated service to the DC area’s immigrant community. We were honored to hear from our Legal Director, who shared her experiences as a Haitian American, along with Amaya, who spoke about her journey from unaccompanied minor to paralegal, and Gregorio Amundarain who gave testimony about his experience as a Venezuelan immigrant in DC, including the recent discrimination he faced and his experience as a participant in CARECEN' legal program. Together, we fight against harmful narratives and celebrate the resilience of our immigrant community. Congratulations to the D.C. Access to Justice Commission & Fernando Lemos, this year's recipients of the Community Empowerment Award and Saúl Solórzano Justice Award! A special thanks to Alejandro Negron for serving as our MC for the fifth time and Planet Word & Immigrant Food for providing a beautiful venue and delicious food! Swipe through to see photos! ?? WilmerHale, Clark Construction Group, J.P. Morgan, Verizon, UFCW, Kirkland & Ellis, Sandy Spring Bank, 32BJ SEIU, Raza Development Fund, U.S. Bank, Steptoe LLP, Daniel Costello, PNC, SkyPoint Federal Credit Union, Mi Casa, Inc., Georgetown University, AFGE, Baker Construction DC, La Clinica del Pueblo, Tiempo Latino, DLA Piper, Julia Howell Barros, Rexanah Wyse Morrissette, Esq., Michelle Hannahs, Beatriz (BB) Otero, Blake Biles + Laura Sessums. Melecio Rivera, Rosemarie Salguero, Ron Bacarreza, Kirsten Keating, Alicia Criado Hampshire, Alberto Zegada, Cristina Regojo, Rexanah Wyse Morrissette, Esq., Helena Alvarez, Ana Patricia Rodriguez, Diego J. Dominguez, CPFA?, Jorge Granados, Ernesto Campos, Roy McAllister, Nunez, Abel.

We had an amazing time celebrating our 43rd Anniversary and are grateful for the support of Sandy Spring Bank, Ron Bacarreza, Alex Chacaltana, CTP and all our sponsors! It’s inspiring to come together with civic leaders and community advocates dedicated to making a difference. Here’s to continuing our mission of empowering immigrants and fostering a vibrant, inclusive community. #CARECEN43 #CommunityTogether