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FOUNDATION UPDATE Youth Futsal Camp at the CCF Husband and Wife Obtain U.S. Citizenship Upon arrival in the United States, Azmy Bashe and his family discovered an urgent need for transportation. Learning about the Chaldean Community Foundation’s Michael J. George Chaldean Loan Fund (MJG CLF), Azmy and his wife Liqaa met with the MJG CLF committee and were approved for a loan to purchase a vehicle, which they have since paid off. The CCF was not done helping the Bashes. After residing in the United States for one year, the CCF’s Immigration team assisted Azmy in applying for lawful permanent resident status to obtain his Green Card. Then Azmy and Liqaa attended the CCF’s 10-week Citizenship Preparation Course, which provided instruction and preparation for the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) naturalization interview. With the help of the course, Azmy and Liqaa recently passed their naturalization interviews and have obtained U.S. Citizenship. “My family and I cannot express our sincere thanks and gratitude for the support this great institution provided,” says Azmy, “and I call on all my colleagues and friends facing obstacles to go to the Foundation and seek assistance.” Advocating for Chaldeans Azmy and Liqaa Bashe celebrating their citizenship. With support from the Good Sports Foundation, the Chaldean Community Foundation is hosting a two-day indoor futsal (a type of indoor soccer) camp for middle school (grade 6-8) students on February 21 and February 23 from 9:30am-11:30 am. Futsal is a fast, fun version of soccer that can be played in gyms and other indoor spaces. The camp will take place at the Chaldean Community Foundation and will be limited to 24 participants. For more information, please contact the CCF at 586-722-7253. New CCF Board Members The Chaldean Community Foundation welcomed two new members to its Board of Directors: Saber Ammori and Frank Toma. Saber Ammori is Co-Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Wireless Vision. He has over 25 years of experience in business management and operations. His entrepreneurial drive has New CCF board members: Frank Toma (left) and Saber Ammori (right). led him to start several successful businesses, most of them retail oriented. Saber Ammori has been named one of dbusiness’s 500 Most Powerful Business Leaders in Metro Detroit. Frank Toma is President of Clean View Auto Wash, with several locations in Michigan. Frank is also an active member of the CCF’s Gala Committee. Frank and his company are also avid supporters of the Mojo in the Morning Breaking and Entering Christmas Drive. Congressman John James visited the CCF to hear from his constituents in the district and to learn about the ongoing challenges in Iraq. CCF staff also met with Congresswoman Lisa McClain and Congressman James Comer, and highlighted the contributions Chaldeans are making in the region, while providing suggestions on how to support displaced and marginalized Chaldean Iraqis. Becoming New Drivers Left to right: Congressman James Comer from Kentucky, Congresswoman Lisa McClain, Martin Manna; Left to right: Sharon Hannawa, Congressman John James, Martin Manna With funding through Community Telecommunications Network, the CCF’s Breaking Barriers program has purchased an indoor state-of-the-art virtual driving simulator to allow hard of hearing and/or deaf learners the opportunity to experience being in the driver’s seat, simulating speed, braking and vibration. The H.E.A.L. Project helps better equip those with hearing impairments to live independent lives. Assisted by an American Sign Language interpreter for the deaf, the group is learning how to become licensed drivers. Participants will have an opportunity to take the written test followed by a road test to obtain their state of Michigan driver’s license. 10 CHALDEAN NEWS FEBRUARY 2024
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