2026-04-14T01:11:12-07:00 2025-12-31 990EZ 2025-01-01 942871639 IU-MIEN ASSOCIATION OF OREGON IU-M 5033079552 PO Box 20192 Portland OR 97294 Nai Saechao Treasurer 5033079552 2026-04-09 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X http://iumienoregon.org/ X X 55869 X 39352 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16517 18644 -2127 0 0 0 0 37225 27202 0 0 2500 0 0 21825 51527 -14302 75053 1 60752 75053 60752 0 0 0 0 75053 60752 0 0 75053 60752 The mission of the Iu-Mien Association of Oregon is to empower and uplift Iu-Mien communities throughout the state. We offer vital assistance and support to families, aiding in their transition by providing language acquisition services and facilitating cultural integration into mainstream American society. Serving as a liaison between local and national governmental bodies, we ensure that the unique needs of Iu-Mien refugees are addressed. Additionally, we bridge communication divides within the community and beyond, fostering understanding and promoting the rich heritage of Iu-Mien culture both domestically and internationally. Iu-Mien Association of Oregon (IMAO) empowers and uplifts the Iu-Mien community. One of the ways IMAO supports this mission is holding an annual graduation recognition ceremony for graduates. In 2025, IMA0 recognized approximately 40 graduates. 0 14142 Iu-Mien Association of Oregon (IMAO) empowers and uplifts the Iu-Mien community and foster understanding and promoting the rich heritage of Iu-Mien culture. In 2025, IMAO sponsored the Rose City Girls dance group, providing funds for authentic Iu-Mien cloths and dance practices. 11220 6376 Iu-Mien Association of Oregon (IMAO) empowers and uplifts the Iu-Mien community. IMAO hosted a youth basketball camp with all Iu-Mien children under the age of 12 in 2025. Over 80 children participated in the 2 day event. 8000 8222 The Oregon Mien Lunar New Year celebration served as a vital cultural touchstone, successfully bringing together over 300 community members to honor the rich heritage and bright future of the Mien people. The event focused on three core pillars: Honoring Mien History Through curated storytelling and cultural displays, the event provided a space for elders and youth alike to connect with their roots. By acknowledging the journey and resilience of the Mien community, the program fostered a deep sense of pride and historical continuity. Preserving Mien Language Recognizing that language is the heartbeat of culture, the celebration integrated traditional linguistic elements into the festivities. This focus served as a call to action for the preservation of the Mien language, encouraging intergenerational dialogue and ensuring these unique traditions are passed down to future generations. Investing in the Future The event was more than a look backward; it was a celebration of what is to come. By engaging the youth and providing a platform for community leaders, the program strengthened the social fabric of the Oregon Mien community. The high turnout demonstrated a collective commitment to supporting one another and building a sustainable foundation for the future. 0 9644 38384 Cayle Tern President 8 0 0 0 Robin Saephanh Vice President 8 0 0 0 Chai Saechao Secretary 4 0 0 0 Nai Saechao Treasurer 4 0 0 0 Seng Saechao Trustee 2 0 0 0 Koy Saechao-Ly Trustee 2 0 0 0 Eloise Macomber Trustee 2 0 0 0 Yian Huddleston Trustee 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 OR Nai Saechao PO Box 20192 Portland OR 97294 5033079552 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X 64913 41940 39352 146205 0 0 0 0 0 0 64913 41940 39352 146205 146205 0 0 0 0 0 0 146205 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Mien New Year 2025 14117 0 14117 0 0 3365 5648 0 631 0 0 14117 0 14117 0 0 3365 5648 0 631 9644 4473 Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 10 Scholarship and Sponsorships Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 Description;Amount^2025 Mien Festival Sacramento;1452|Bank Fee;16|Youth Basketball Camp;8222|Board Activity;2171|Community Picnic and Graduation;5842|Filing Fee;50|PO Box;210|Volunteer Appreciation;3505|Web Hosting;91|Misc;266^Total;21825^ Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 20 Rounding