Building Belonging. Building Community.
CMLC mission: Growing justice and belonging cross-culturally with international, immigrant, refugee, and intersecting communities.
In the past year (July 2024 - June 2025), the Corvallis Multicultural Literacy Center (CMLC) has made a remarkable impact on our community:
- 265 students* enrolled in English classes of all levels, along with other programs like "How to Get a Job in the USA" and community workshops. These students, coming from 46 countries, united to learn a new language and adapt to life in their new homes.
- 17 individuals received information and study materials to support their future citizenship applications.
- 163 Immigration Legal Clinic consultations provided** where everyone was able to get the information and legal support they needed.
Learning English, finding employment, and achieving citizenship can be transformative for individuals and their families, opening doors to greater opportunities and deeper integration into the community. But at CMLC, we go beyond providing support. We foster a welcoming environment where everyone can feel at home, build friendships, develop a sense of belonging, and thrive in a new place.
With a sliding-scale fee structure, we ensure that our programs remain accessible to all.
Your donations are vital to sustain these efforts, allowing us to continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families and enriching our community!
*data doesn't include drop-in classes we offer each season **doesn't account for "no-shows"