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From:Snyder, Ashley
To:Paulsen, Shaina
Subject:FW: Request for consultation with Supervisor
Date:Thursday, April 1, 2021 9:04:57 AM
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2020 ODI Annual Report.pdf
Opening Doors-Welcoming Refugees.pdf
Morning,
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Ashley N. Snyder
Assistant Clerk of the Board
Butte County Administration
25 County Center Drive, Suite 200, Oroville, CA 95965
T: 530.552.3307 | F: 530.538.7120
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From: Jessie Tientcheu <jessie@openingdoorsinc.org>
Sent: Wednesday, March 31, 2021 12:16 PM
To: Teeter, Doug <DTeeter@buttecounty.net>
Cc: Clerk of the Board <clerkoftheboard@buttecounty.net>
Subject: FW: Request for consultation with Supervisor
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Dear Supervisor Teeter,
My name is Jessie Tientcheu, and I am the CEO of Opening Doors, a Sacramento-based nonprofit
organization. Opening Doors supports refugees, immigrants, survivors of human trafficking, and
others on their pathway towards stability, self-sufficiency, and belonging. For a bit of background on
our organization, I have attached our 2020 Annual Report to this email.
In partnership with Church World Service, Opening Doors resettles refugees in the US Refugee
Admissions Program. Since 1975, Americans have welcomed over 3 million refugees from all over
the world. Refugees have built new lives, homes and communities in towns and cities in all 50 states.
I have also attached a brief description of the Refugee Admission Program, and support that
Opening Doors provides to newly arrived refugees.
We are exploring the possibility of expanding our service area to include Butte county. Since public
support for welcoming refugees is key to the success of any resettlement program, and ultimately to
the integration of refugees into their new communities, I would greatly appreciate the opportunity
to discuss this program with you, answering any questions you might have and hearing any concerns
as well.
Would you have any time next week for a brief phone call?
Many thanks,
Jessie
Jessie Tientcheu
(she/her/hers)
Chief Executive Officer
1111 Howe Avenue, Suite 125
Sacramento, CA 95825
916-492-2591 ext. 207
916-662-9122 (cell)
jessie@openingdoorsinc.org
openingdoorsinc.org
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ANNUAL REPORT 2020
ADAPTING TO SUPPORT CLIENT NEEDS DURING COVID-19
economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. An estimated 40% of Opening Doors’ clients experienced
Factors such as unpaid leave,
in cash assistance to
$157,789
care of a sick relative or
families affected by COVID-19
children out of school, loss of
wages or shortened hours
threaten families’ stability.
Many of our clients do not have
meals, grocery boxes, food
1,011
access to traditional social
vouchers, and Eid meals
safety nets such as
unemployment assistance,
federal stimulus checks, or
$390,549 in rent paid on behalf of
healthcare.
families made vulnerable by COVID-19
Beyond our regular programs, Opening Doors
also recognized the need to meet clients’
immediate needs.
in small business loan
$84,030
We quickly mobilized to stabilize refugee and
deferrals for micro-entrepreneurs
immigrant households that are especially
vulnerable during this crisis.
We distributed cash relief for rent, utilities,
tablets and laptops to families
141
food, and other essential items for families in
for online learning and activities
the greater Sacramento region.
Opening Doors | openingdoorsinc.org | info@openingdoorsinc.org | (916) 492-2591
THE YEAR IN REVIEW
WELCOMING REFUGEES
newly settled families further
refugees
supported with individualized
welcomed to
goals-oriented services
Sacramento
45735
SUPPORTING SURVIVORS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING
survivors found safety and accessed mental and medical
care, resources for housing and other immediate needs,
employment assistance, and immigration legal services.
110
EXPANDING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
hours of business
jobs
advice given to
created or
38 micro-entrpreneurs
maintained
52
1,556
DEFENDING IMMIGRANTS
immigrants received free services including deportation relief,
asylum applications, DACA, and citizenship. Informed 245
families of their legal rights through consultation clinics.
541
HELPING TO HEAL PAST TRAUMA
women accessed
clients recovering from trauma
resources via online
received counseling, mental
peer support group
health services and support. 17
12
REVENUE
Refugee Programs
$1,085,108
In 2020, Opening Doors' revenue from all sources was $3,428,837.
Our expenses for the year were $3,196,936.
$648,267
EXPENSES: TRUE PROGRAM COSTS
Direct Program Expenses
Economic Prosperity Programs
85%
$335,799
Our ability to sustainably deliver on our
Shared Program Expenses
Immigration Legal Services
mission depends on strong core support
9%
$681,773
functions. Each program is supported by
FINANCIALS
Administrative Expenses
Health Programs
and shares responsibility for core mission
4%
$216,190
support, which includes the following
Fundraising Expenses
English Language Programs
types of costs: direct program costs,
3%
$21,838
shared program costs, administration,
Calendar year 2020
and fundraising.
WELCOMING REFUGEES
Resettling refugees in the U.S.
WHO IS A REFUGEE?THE UNITED STATES REFUGEE ADMISSIONS PROCESS
A Refugee is a person who
is outside his or her country
1. APPLYING TO THE USRAP
of origin and is unable to
Refugees apply to the US Refugee
return due to a fear of
Admissions Program (USRAP)
persecution because of
after registering with the United
their:
2. PRESCREENING INTERVIEW
Nations High Commissioner for
Refugees (UNHCR).
Refugees are referred to
Resettlement Support Centers
(RSCs) by the UNHCR. RSCs,
funded by US Government, review
documents, and conduct initial
Race
3. USCIS INTERVIEW
interviews.
An officer with US Citizenship
& Immigration Services (USCIS)
determines eligibility to resettle
Religion
4. SECURITY CHECKS
to the United States.
Multiple security checks involving
the Departments of State,
Homeland Security & Defense and
other federal agencies, including
Nationality
5. MEDICAL SCREENING
biometric fingerprint checks.
Each member of the family is
screened for communicable
diseases and other issues that
may pose a threat to others.
Political Opinion
6. CULTURAL ORIENTATION
RSCs provide a cultural orientation
about traveling to the US and what
7. TRAVEL
refugees can expect once they
arrive.
The RSCO coordinates with the
Membership in a
International Organization for
Social Group
Migration (IOM) to schedule
refugees' travel to the US.
Refugees are required to repay
their travel loans within 3.5 years
There are 26 million
8. RESETTLEMENT IN THE U.S.
of arrival in the US.
refugees worldwide
Resettlement agencies work with
refugees over 90 days to help them
achieve self-sufficiency.
If additional assistance is required,
Half of all refugees
agencies connect them to other
9. POST-RESETTLEMENT
are children
services.
After 1 year, refugees apply
to become lawful permanent
residents. After 5 years, refugees
Less than 1% of refugees
may apply to become American
worldwide are able to
citizens.
resettle in a 3rd country
Opening Doors
info@openingdoorsinc.org | www.openingdoorsinc.org
(916) 492-2591
@openingdoorsinc
REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT SERVICES
Supporting refugees’ successful transition to life in U.S.
REFUGEES’ FIRST 90 DAYS IN U.S.
Refugees are the most vetted travelers to the United States. The screening process
can take as long as 2 years.
welcome them at the airport. We transport them to housing that we have arranged
for them, including basic furniture, household items, and an initial supply of food.
and receive
Opening Doors staff is their main point of contact and is there to
help. Staff address their immediate needs, including initial pocket
money, secure housing, and a food allowance. Our diverse staff
speak over 10 languages and provide interpretation as needed.
and supports them to enroll in employment services to assist them
in their job search. Secure employment is the fastest way to
Refugees register their children in a public school. If they or their
enroll in an English language class.
Refugee families receive an initial health screening and Opening
Doors explains how to access health services when they need
them. Staff also help them apply for health insurance if it is not
offered through their employer, or for government health coverage
if they are eligible.
Opening Doors staff help refugees learn more about their new
community through Cultural Orientation classes. Topics include
their rights and responsibilities as a legal resident and how to
access help if they need it.
support refugees to develop and implement a plan to achieve
90 days, staff connect them to other community or government
services.
Opening Doors
info@openingdoorsinc.org | www.openingdoorsinc.org
@openingdoorsinc
(916) 492-2591