Building Bridges, Transforming Lives
Empowering the vulnerable, fostering integration and creating pathways to sustainable
livelihoods.
Welcoming Committees
We have established community-based welcoming committees made up of dedicated volunteers who greet newcomers including refugees, international students and temporary workers. It assesses their needs and provides tailored support interventions. This committee also serves as the community liaison, reaching out and supporting everyone in need. Would you like to meet members of our welcome committee? Contact us info@thecims.org
Digital Support Program
Our Computer and Electronics Recycling Program aims to bridge the digital divide by offering free refurbished computers, smartphones, and other electronics to low-income families, vulnerable communities, and students in need. We aim to close the technology gap and create opportunities for underserved groups, including refugees, immigrants, migrants, international students, and temporary workers facing financial or social barriers to technology access. To learn more please write to info@thecims.org
Social Services Connect
We are dedicated to empowering the vulnerable, including low-income families, immigrants and refugees. We provide resources and tools that tackle stigma, marginalization, exclusion, and systemic poverty thereby fostering integration and sustainable livelihoods. We connect our clients to essential social services such as healthcare, education and key service providers, including food banks, recruitment agencies, and legal service organizations, ensuring they have access to the resources and support needed to build stable and fulfilling lives in their communities. For detail write to info@thecims.org
Our Work
Empowering the Vulnerable
Sustaining Resilient Social Support Networks
Dismantling barriers
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower the vulnerable by breaking down stigma,marginalization,exclusion, and systemic barriers while fostering integration and pathways to sustainable
livelihoods.
Our Vision
Seeking Integration and Sustainable Livelihoods for All.
Our Management Team
Mr. Kennedy Chesoli,
Executive Director
Ms. Rosemary Musumba,
Deputy Executive Director
Ms. Mercy Ayilo,
Director of Programs (Volunteer)
Empowering the vulnerable by breaking down stigma, marginalization, exclusion, and systemic barriers while fostering integration and livelihoods.
Testimonials
Our journey to Pennsylvania from was filled with hope but also uncertainty. CIMS became our anchor during this transition for not only did they guide us every step of the way they also helped us access local resources, secure healthcare, and enroll our three children in schools. The Center didn’t just provide assistance, they gave us a sense of belonging. Through their support, we explored local networks and found stable employment and a welcoming community. We are forever grateful for their kindness and dedication to helping newly arrived families like ours thrive
When I arrived in York, PA, as a professional nurse from Kenya, the CIMS was my lifeline, guiding me through the challenges of settling down in a new place. Their support went beyond practical assistance—they consoled me during the hardest time of my life, when I lost my brother to COVID just days after my arrival. They played a key role in helping repatriate his remains, showing me compassion and care that I will never forget. Thanks to CIMS, I have found my footing, my community, and a renewed sense of hope. I am deeply grateful for their unwavering support.
My son and I arrived in Philadelphia in the summer of 2022 with little more than hope and determination, but navigating a new environment was overwhelming. CIMS , made all the difference. They not only guided us through accessing essential resources but also provided timely, weather-appropriate provisions that ensured we were comfortable and prepared for the seasons. Their thoughtfulness and genuine care have been a blessing to our family. CIMS has truly helped us feel at home in our new community. Thank you for everything!
As an international student at the University of Delaware, adjusting to a new culture and environment was a challenge. (CIMS) has been a cornerstone of my experience here. Their international students’ program has been timely, impactful, and incredibly supportive. Through their guidance, I’ve not only navigated the complexities of living and studying abroad but also felt a sense of community and belonging. I am grateful for their dedication and the opportunities they’ve provided me to thrive in this new chapter of my life. Thank you, CIMS, for making a difference!
- Mary , Donated 5$, PA
- John , Donated 5$, TX
- Mildrin , Donated 35$, PK
- Lilian , Donated 19$, PA
- Eddie , Donated 40$, WA
- Tony, Donated 14$, OR
- Barbara , Donated 15$, PA
- Liz , Donated 23$, PA
- Darryl , Donated 50$, WY
- Smith , Donated 9$, AK
- Anita , Donated 12$, CA
- Derrick , Donated 20$, PA