English and citizenship instruction and naturalization application servicescivic and cultural education program - citizenship and integration project

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), within the Department of Homeland Security, awarded a $300,000 Project Grant under the Citizenship Education and Training program (CFDA 97.010) to the Burmese American Community Institute (BACI), a minority-owned non-profit organization based in Indianapolis, Indiana. The grant, awarded on November 22, 2024, will support BACI in providing comprehensive citizenship preparation services, including English language classes, civics education, naturalization application assistance, and broader immigrant integration programs. These services are designed to help lawful permanent residents in the region gain the knowledge, language skills, and understanding of U.S. history and civics necessary to successfully navigate the naturalization process and integrate into American society. The grant has an ultimate completion date of September 30, 2026.