Path to citizenship

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHS/USCIS) awarded a $299,928 Project Grant under the Citizenship Education and Training program (CFDA 97.010) to Interfaith Works of CNY, Inc. This two-year grant, with a start date of October 1, 2023 and completion date of September 30, 2025, will fund the "PATH TO CITIZENSHIP" initiative. The project aims to promote instruction and training on the rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship for lawful permanent residents, including citizenship instruction, naturalization application assistance, English language classes, civics education, and integration services for immigrants and refugees. The grant supports Interfaith Works of CNY, Inc., a non-profit organization, in expanding access to high-quality citizenship preparation services in the New York region to help eligible individuals successfully integrate into American society.