The Coalition of Irish Immigration Centers (CIIC) was established in 1996 to promote the welfare of Irish immigrants in the US at a national level. The CIIC is funded by a generous grant from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade's Emigrant Support Programme, as well as a project grant from The Ireland Funds. The Coalition serves as a national umbrella organization representing Irish immigration and community centers throughout the United States, and strives to be a strong, cohesive and representative voice for the needs of its member centers, and in turn the greater community of Irish immigrants in the US. The Coalition prioritizes the sharing of information, resources and support, as well as the creation of best practices as a way to support and assist its member centers in their direct service work. CIIC member organizations are located in California,Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Philadelphia and Washington. To learn more about CIIC visit, www.ciicusa.org