Rian Immigrant Center Inc
Rian Immigrant Center Inc is a public charity based in Boston, Massachusetts, formed in 1989. It empowers immigrants, refugees, and international exchange visitors through services and advocacy, and its 2024 filing reports grants to organizations supporting immigrant communities across Massachusetts.
Rian Immigrant Center Inc at a glance
In short: Rian Immigrant Center Inc gave $789K across 15 grants in 2024 (avg $53K), mostly in Massachusetts. 33% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $788,853
- +104.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 15
- +15.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $52,590
- +77.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $18,188
- Total assets
- $3,783,825
- -15.4% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 33% first-time grantees (5 of 15, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Rian Immigrant Center Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: One State Street 800, Boston, MA 02109
Phone: (617) 542-7654
Website: https://riancenter.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Rian Immigrant Center Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Immigrant Family Services Institute ($223K). Together the top 10 received $708K.
Grant Size Distribution
71 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 34 grants of 71 (48%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 15 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Rian Immigrant Center Inc open to new grantees?
33%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 15 grantees (33%) were first-time recipients. With only 15 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. First grants averaged $83K; repeat grants $37K. How we count
Medians: $18K first-time, $19K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $385K (2023) to $3.0M (2021). In 2024 it made 15 grants totaling $789K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Immigrant Family Services Institute Hyde Park, MA | Support and Assistance to Immigrant Communities Across Massachusetts | $223,350 |
| Mabel Center Arlington, MA | Support and Assistance to Immigrant Communities Across Massachusetts | $180,000 |
| Agencia Alpha Inc Boston, MA | Support and Assistance to Immigrant Communities Across Massachusetts | $140,300 |
| Centro Presente Inc Boston, MA | Support and Assistance to Immigrant Communities Across Massachusetts | $32,400 |
| Brazilian Worker Center Allston, MA | Support and Assistance to Immigrant Communities Across Massachusetts | $32,400 |
| Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative Roxbury, MA | Support and Assistance to Immigrant Communities Across Massachusetts | $26,000 |
| Metrowest Worker Center Framingham, MA | Support and Assistance to Immigrant Communities Across Massachusetts | $18,839 |
| Centro Comunitaro De Trabajadores Inc New Bedford, MA | Support and Assistance to Immigrant Communities Across Massachusetts | $18,188 |
| Pioneer Valley Workers Center Inc Northampton, MA | Support and Assistance to Immigrant Communities Across Massachusetts | $18,188 |
| New North Citizens Council Inc Springfield, MA | Support and Assistance to Immigrant Communities Across Massachusetts | $18,188 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,783,825 | $5,263,677 | $6,300,620 | $788,853 | 15 | $23,177 |
| 2023 | $4,474,319 | $4,817,513 | $4,042,892 | $384,975 | 13 | $84,840 |
| 2022 | $3,885,651 | $5,047,239 | $5,310,923 | $864,427 | 15 | $4,140 |
| 2021 | $3,539,791 | $6,977,812 | $7,510,500 | $3,043,450 | 14 | $5,974 |
| 2020 | $4,299,249 | $7,267,428 | $5,438,970 | $2,555,909 | 14 | $17,002 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization states that it works toward a society where all are welcomed and valued and have equitable opportunities and protections, and that it empowers immigrants, refugees, and international exchange visitors on the path to opportunity, safety, and a better future.
Its 2024 filing describes immigration legal services, education and career advancement, resource and support services, and a learning exchange program. The filing also describes the Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative, of which Rian is fiscal sponsor, as a partnership providing direct financial relief and other resources to immigrant families.
The 2024 grants went to Massachusetts organizations, with each listed grant’s purpose described as support and assistance to immigrant communities across the state. The grantees’ own mission statements show a range of activities: Immigrant Family Services Institute says it serves immigrant families, including people affected by changes in immigration legislation; Brazilian Worker Center describes work on immigrants’ workplace rights and immigration through organizing, advocacy, and education; and Pioneer Valley Workers Center describes organizing workers, primarily immigrant workers, and supporting mutual aid. Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative says it works with residents to shape their neighborhood, while Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center describes services supporting children, youth, and families’ economic stability and social well-being.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, Rian reported 15 grants totaling $788,853. Grant amounts ranged from $13,000 to $223,350, with a median of $18,188. The largest reported grants were $223,350 to Immigrant Family Services Institute, $180,000 to Mabel Center, and $140,300 to Agencia Alpha Inc. Other reported grants included $32,400 each to Centro Presente and Brazilian Worker Center; $26,000 to Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative; and $18,839 to MetroWest Worker Center.
The filing also lists $18,188 each for Centro Comunitaro de Trabajadores, Pioneer Valley Workers Center, and New North Citizens Council, and $17,000 each for Inca Relief USA and Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center. Caribbean Youth Club received $13,000. The filing’s stated purpose for these grants was support and assistance to immigrant communities across Massachusetts.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jacob Bombard as former executive director and Neeta Beepath as director of development. It also lists Michael Cahalane, Geoffrey Foley, Justine Griffin, Madeline Cronin, Caroline Waweru, Carol Leon, Sarah Ryan, and Janice Galloway as directors. The filing notes that Carol Leon and Janice Galloway served through January 2024, and Sarah Ryan through July 2024.
Rian Immigrant Center Inc is led by Kimberly Borman, President since 2024 (on filings since 2020); 2 of 16 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Kimberly Borman
President
Board Vice President → President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Neeta Beepath
Director of Development
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$157K (2024)
Geoffrey Foley
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Janice Galloway
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Justine Griffin
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Madeline Cronin
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Cahalane
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Carol Leon
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Caroline Waweru
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sarah Ryan
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jacob Bombard
Former Executive Director
Executive Director → Former Executive Director, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$159K (2023) → $129K (2024)
Kevin Mawe
Clerk
Board President → Clerk, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Martin Sheerin
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Non Elhassan
Secretary
Board Secretary → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Susan Glynn
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tu Le
Clerk Beginning
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Anne Geraghty (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: James McGlennon (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Jane Etish-Andrews (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Mike Niland (2020–2023) — Board Treasurer
- Former: Nancy Joyce (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Peter Kelliher (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Robin Jones (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Ronnie Millar (2020–2022) — Executive Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $157K, to Neeta Beepath (Director of Development). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Rian Immigrant Center Inc
How much does Rian Immigrant Center Inc give each year?
Rian Immigrant Center Inc gave $789K across 15 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $385K across 13 grants.
What is Rian Immigrant Center Inc's typical grant size?
Rian Immigrant Center Inc's median grant in 2024 was $18,188, and its average grant was $52,590, across 15 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Rian Immigrant Center Inc that year got $83K on average.
Where does Rian Immigrant Center Inc give grants?
Rian Immigrant Center Inc gives mostly in Massachusetts: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Boston, MA (5 grants) and Roxbury, MA (2 grants).
Does Rian Immigrant Center Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 15 grants with a stated purpose on Rian Immigrant Center Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are Rian Immigrant Center Inc's largest grantees?
Rian Immigrant Center Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Immigrant Family Services Institute ($223,350), Mabel Center ($180,000) and Agencia Alpha Inc ($140,300), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 69% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Rian Immigrant Center Inc?
Rian Immigrant Center Inc reported $3.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $5.3M.
What does Rian Immigrant Center Inc fund?
The organization states that it works toward a society where all are welcomed and valued and have equitable opportunities and protections, and that it empowers immigrants, refugees, and international exchange visitors on the path to opportunity, safety, and a better future. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Rian Immigrant Center Inc?
Rian Immigrant Center Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check riancenter.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Rian Immigrant Center Inc's EIN?
Rian Immigrant Center Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-3063382. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS July 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 25, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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