Looking Ahead: Goals for 2025-2026

As INCLUSION moves into its second year, we are energized by the progress we’ve made and focused on the strategic steps that will allow us to deepen our impact. Our primary administrative goal for 2025 is to follow through on our IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status application, which has already been submitted, and ensure all subsequent steps are completed successfully.

This milestone is critical for:

· Develop a strategy to apply for and receive grants in order to support Inclusion’s operation, expenses and organizational growth.

· Accepting grants, donations, and charitable contributions

· Scaling our services and expanding outreach initiatives.

2025-2026 Calendar of Activities and Events

Dates and Locations TBD

Laying the Foundation

· Community Welcome & Orientation Sessions
Introduction to INCLUSION’s mission and programs for new community members

· Workshop Series: Personal Finance Basics. Topics: Budgeting, debt management, savings strategies

· English Language Learning – Level Beginners (8-week course)
Focus: Conversational English, pronunciation, and job-related vocabulary

· Legal Orientation Session: Understanding Immigration Processes
Topics: Visa categories, residency pathways, rights education

Building Capacity

· Tax Preparation 101 (Virtual & In-Person Sessions)
Orientation on tax filing, credits, and common forms for immigrant households

· Employment Readiness Workshop
Topics: Resume building, job search tools, interview skills

· Small Business Exploration Bootcamp (3-part series)
Intro to entrepreneurship, basic business planning, licensing info

· Healthcare Navigation Workshop
Orientation to public health programs, insurance options, and patient rights

· English Language Learning – Level Intermediate (8-week course)
Focus: Workplace conversation, healthcare terms, pronunciation practice

Strengthening Roots

· Credit Literacy Workshop
Deep dive into credit scores, credit cards, and long-term credit health

· Community Resource Fair (with partners)
Info booths, mini-sessions, and direct services from nonprofit collaborators

· Youth Program: Exploring Cultural Identity
Activities exploring heritage, history, and creative expression

· Orientation on Retirement Planning Basics for First-Time Savers
Intro to 401(k), IRAs, and goal setting.

Celebrating Progress

· Annual “Empowerment Through Education” Event
Featuring success stories, speakers, workshops, and cultural performances

· Evaluation & Feedback Board of Directors
Gathering and input to guide 2026 programming

· Holiday Community Gathering & Cultural Showcase
Celebration with food, music, storytelling, and intergenerational exchange