ECDC African Community Center

A nonprofit organization

Testimonials

In 2023, ACC welcomed over 1,350 refugees and immigrants to Denver - the highest number of individuals we've ever welcomed in a twelve-month period. 

At ACC, we believe everyone deserves a safe place to call home. Since 2001, we have welcomed individuals fleeing persecution, ensuring that basic needs are met and a meaningful journey towards integration begins. We believe that helping refugees and immigrants is not only the right thing to do but that it helps Denver build a rich, diverse, and vibrant community.

Some of ACC's greatest needs:

•Monetary donations to support ACC's programs & basic needs
•Items to help fill a refugee's first Denver home (toiletries, household goods, furniture, etc.)
•Volunteers to help welcome and befriend newcomer refugees

We at ACC feel privileged to welcome the stranger and partner alongside refugee community members to help them achieve their goals. We ask others to join us in welcoming these newcomers to make our community stronger for all.

Testimonials:
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"I love the community of people that gather here to support each other."- Joanne Webb
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"I am a volunteer at ACC and think the services provided by staff for refuges are outstanding. These services include orientation to the Denver community, location of housing, enrollment in food stamps, job search support, enrollment for children in schools and many others. Staff members are highly competent and dedicated in their efforts to help refuges who have come from difficult situations to a new place to live. I have been impressed with the compassion and dedication of the staff to help the refuges find a new life for themselves and their families. I have found this to be one of the most rewarding volunteer experiences I have had." -Dolly
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"The staff here really pulls together to provide as many resources as possible to incoming refugees and even have crisis support services and special services for single mothers. They also offer employment services such as job club and work one-on-one with job specialists to secure employment within 4-5 months of arrival. A truly amazing and hard-working team!" -Abigail H.
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"The ACC community is a place where all feel welcome and wanted! Employees always go above and beyond to help others and build partnerships in the community. While sometimes governmental funding can put barriers on their work, those who work and volunteer at ACC seek to find ways to persevere and continue to be a gathering place for people from around the world to thrive." Christina P.
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"This organization is amazing. We have partnered with them to help people find jobs, and the ACC support of their clients is spectacular."- Lisa J.
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"This is a very nice place there are good people who helps people in need I am extremely happy with their good manner I wish I could do like them."- Bereket T.
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"I have had the opportunity to support ACC in a number of different ways, whether as volunteer, staff, or donor. I truly admire the leadership of this organization and their heart for helping the refugee community in all ways possible." -Adrielle S.
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"They were very helpful to me whenever I needed it. Thank you."- Rohullah K.

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Mission

Helping refugees and immigrants rebuild safe, sustainable lives in Denver.

Background Statement

ACC was established in May 2001 by our parent organization, the Ethiopian Community Development Council. ACC's vision is to be an integrative center of multicultural exchange where community members feel a sense of belonging and actively contribute to an inclusive society.

ACC's Values

Belonging: We foster security and trust by building welcoming and diverse communities based on relationships of reciprocity.

Empathy: We offer friendship, compassion, and understanding to individuals from all communities.

Imagination: We are committed to creative pursuits that exceed the status quo.

Integrity: We consistently exhibit honest and just actions that affirm our promises.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

ECDC African Community Center

other names

Ethiopian Community Development Council

Year Established

1983

Category

Human Services

Organization Size

Large Organization

Address

925 S. Niagara Street, Suite 200
Denver, CO 80224

Mailing

925 South Niagara Street, Suite 200
DENVER, CO 80224-1683

Headquarters

901 S. Highland Street
Arlington, VA 22204

Service areas

Denver County, CO, US

VA, US

Phone

303399 4500

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