Our Impact (ADA Compliant)
5,709 New Americans Served
By providing a strong start for refugees and immigrants — from housing and job training, to English classes and college preparation — the International Institute of Minnesota paves the way toward self-sufficiency. Once stability is achieved, we’re there for next steps, too: providing career advancement support, homeownership advising and a pathway toward citizenship.
New Americans come to Minnesota from across the globe, enriching our state’s cultural fabric, workforce and economic vitality. Each new arrival we work with demonstrates remarkable perseverance as they overcome challenges, create opportunities and add unique contributions to the community.
Program Impact
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REFUGEE SERVICES
991
clients served
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EDUCATION
1,664
students served
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
1,315
clients served
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IMMIGRATION SERVICES
1,739
clients served
Arrive
991 clients served through resettlement, employment, housing, extended services, anti-human trafficking and unaccompanied children.
660 refugees greeted at the airport and resettled in Minnesota
407 clients reunited with family and friends in Minnesota
202 children enrolled in school
100 homes for new arrivals prepared by volunteers
25 Unaccompanied Children reunited with family or friends in Minnesota
Educate
1,664 students attended English education, U.S. citizenship classes or Community Workshops
2,067 students in English, college preparation or workforce development classes
112,953 hours of English instruction
72 clients earned higher education degrees or diplomas with our guidance and support
229 College Readiness Academy graduates persisted in college
7 internationally-trained physicians secured competitive residencies with our career support and guidance
Employ
1,315 clients served through job training or College Readiness
458 clients placed in jobs
229 of these clients began their 1st American job
$23.77/hour average wage for graduates of hospitality, medical and business career pathways
40% wage increase among medical career clients
46% of job placements were in the top 10 in-demand jobs, helping fill Minnesota’s critical worker shortages
18 of 23 major industry groups employed our clients, highlighting the diverse industries impacted by our clients
Thrive
1,739 clients supported with citizenship applications, green card applications for refugees or asylees, DACA renewals and other immigration services
1,371 clients* became U.S. citizens
$575,275 saved by clients in naturalization application fees
305 clients adjusted their immigration status to become lawful permanent residents
265 clients improved their financial literacy through financial coaching
7 clients of homebuying advising purchased their first home
* includes children who derived U.S. citizenship from their newly-naturalized parents
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ANNUAL REPORT HOME
This past year the number of New Americans in our programs grew by 26 percent, thanks to your support. We continue to foster stability and support for our clients.
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VOLUNTEERS & INTERNS
In a year marked with remarkable growth, thank you to the 296 exceptional volunteers who gave their time, skills and compassion to serving New Americans.
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OUR FINANCIAL HEALTH
Outstanding community engagement and support, alongside private donations, fueled the Institute in 2024 to assist New Americans in finding sure-footing faster.
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Featured Client Stories
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I told [my son], ‘You want to go anywhere in this world? Focus. You have to educate yourself.’ My mom used to tell me ‘Education is a key of life.’
Emmy
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When you’re running a business, you’re not helping just one individual, you’re helping many more people. You’re helping a community.
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2024 Annual Report
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About Us
Founded in 1919, the International Institute of Minnesota (IIMN) offers New Americans quality services that support their journey to stability and success. Our comprehensive offerings include refugee resettlement, English education, workforce and leadership development, college preparation and immigration and citizenship assistance. We are a diverse team of knowledgeable and encouraging advocates, ready to welcome refugees and immigrants. IIMN helps New Americans rebuild their lives while pursuing their personal and professional goals.
