I-House 40 Years Building Global Bridges--Give Now

To my family, friends, and colleagues:

I recently joined the Board of Directors at International House Davis (I-House)! Global community and cultural connection aren’t just ideas—they are part of my lifelong values. Over the years, I’ve served on several nonprofit boards dedicated to celebrating culture, the arts, and ethnic diversity. I recently retired from a 35+ year career and joining the I-House Board of Directors feels like a natural extension of that passion.

For more than 40 years, I-House has been a place where newcomers are welcomed, cultures are celebrated, and meaningful connections are made. Whether it’s through language classes, cultural events, parenting groups, or simply creating space for conversation, I-House brings people together in beautiful and important ways.

We are now at a critical crossroads.

Due to a major federal program being indefinitely paused, I-House is facing a significant funding shortfall. This puts some of our most important programs at risk. 

This Big Day of Giving, I’m asking for your help. And here’s the good news: every dollar you give will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $10,000, thanks to a generous matching gift from Jim and Caren Hill. 

Your gift will directly support:

• Language learning programs

• Support groups for parents

• Resources for newcomers

• Dynamic cultural programming

And even more—your support makes it possible to bring global voices into our community through artists, scholars, and storytellers from around the world.

I-House is more than a building. It’s a living, breathing space for empathy, growth, and belonging. In times like these—when global tensions are on the rise spaces like I-House are more important than ever.

If you believe in connection, in kindness across cultures, in the power of shared stories—I hope you’ll join me in giving today.

Thank you for being part of something that truly matters.

Cyril

If you want to learn more about this impactful organization please click here to visit the I-House website.