History
Since 1995, Immigrant & Refugee Women's Program (IRWP) has helped women arriving in St. Louis, MO, from foreign countries to make a new life in the United States.  Founded by Sr. Elise Silvestri, SSND, IRWP began with six Vietnamese women students. After adding several volunteers and reaching out to other cultures, IRWP became a sponsored ministry of the Notre Dame Ministry Corporation.  In 2006, IRWP received its own 501(c)3 status. Last fiscal year, July 1, 2010-June 30, 2011, 117 volunteer teachers helped 129 students from 24 different countries increase English and practical living skills.

IRWP is currently seeking new board members.  Call Pat Joshu at 314-771-1104 to see how you can help us serve even more women in the future.

Our Funding
Grants and donations from individuals, foundations, and groups provide the main financial support for the program, which has a budget for 2011-1012 of $150,500. Last year, corporations and foundations contributed 71 percent of revenues. Individuals contributed 13 percent, 12 percent came from fundraising efforts such as the annual IRWP trivia night and silent auction, and 4 percent was earned income.

Expenditures in fiscal year 2010-11 include: 

• Programs: 82%
• Administration: 12%
• Fundraising: 6%

2010-2011 Financial Information

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2010-2011 990

2010-2011 Annual Report

2009-2010 990
2009-2010 Annual Report

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2008-2009 Annual Report

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2007-2008 Annual Report

Pat Joshu, Executive Director

• Youth In Need Head Start
• Catholic Charities Refugee Services
• St. Pius V Refugee Support Program
• Center for Survivors of War Trauma
• Community Alternatives
• Nurses for Newborns
• International Institute

IRWP connects students with other agencies to assist with a variety of family needs.