Opening Doors

Opening Doors We assisted refugees that were arriving in the Sacramento area from the former Soviet Union, Southeast Asia and elsewhere to begin new lives here.

Opening Doors’ mission is to enrich communities by supporting immigrants, refugees, and survivors of trafficking on their path to stability, self-sufficiency, and belonging. Opening Doors began in 1993 as a small refugee resettlement agency called the Sacramento Refugee Ministry, which was sponsored by the Interfaith Service Bureau. When many of these refugees let us know that they needed help with starting businesses in order to become self-sufficient, we formed our Microenterprise Assistance program. This small business program grew to serve Hispanic immigrants and US citizens. In 2003, after a great deal of growth, we incorporated as our own 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the name of Opening Doors. In 2004 Opening Doors became a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). We grew our business microloan program and began offering tools and training for those attempting to assert more control over their personal finances. Responding to the horrific problem of human trafficking and the dire needs of those who have survived it, Opening Doors became a founding member of Sacramento’s Rescue and Restore Coalition in 2007, and established its Survivors of Human Trafficking program. Over the years Opening Doors has developed an extraordinary internship and volunteer program that is critical to our success. Young people from many cultural backgrounds gain important skills and life experiences as they are given the opportunity to take on high levels of responsibility and use their talents to the fullest. We celebrate the diversity of our community and believe that we are enriched by its varied cultural wisdoms. We believe in the fundamental value of every community member and we work to enable each to fulfill his or her potential and thus contribute to their fullest to our society.

Mosaic: The Art of Belonging is tomorrow! 🎉 There’s still time to get your tickets for an evening you won’t want to miss...
10/07/2026

Mosaic: The Art of Belonging is tomorrow! 🎉 There’s still time to get your tickets for an evening you won’t want to miss.

We’re excited to welcome CapRadio’s Vicki Gonzalez as our emcee, with a dynamic performance by IWA DAIKO, the premiere of our new short film, and a brief Q&A with CEO Jessie Mabry.

Then, explore our global marketplace featuring international cuisine and cooking demonstrations, local immigrant-owned businesses and artisans, a gallery walk, an interactive mosaic, and more!

🎟️ Get your tickets today: https://support.openingdoorsinc.org/event/mosaic-the-art-of-belonging/e817883

Mosaic: The Art of Belonging is THIS Thursday, October 8 and we would love to see you 🎉This is your last chance to be th...
10/07/2026

Mosaic: The Art of Belonging is THIS Thursday, October 8 and we would love to see you 🎉

This is your last chance to be there for live performances, cuisine from around the world, a global marketplace, and the premiere of our new short film.

Every ticket helps Opening Doors support immigrants, refugees, and survivors of trafficking on their path to stability, self-sufficiency, and belonging.

We don't want you finding out Friday what you missed. 🎟️

👉 Link in bio, get your ticket before they're gone.

You are invited to Mosaic: The Art of Belonging! At this year’s event we will be premiering our brand-new short film — t...
10/05/2026

You are invited to Mosaic: The Art of Belonging!

At this year’s event we will be premiering our brand-new short film — the stories behind our work, told the way they deserve to be told. It's a one-night-only screening, alongside live performances, global cuisine, and a marketplace celebrating the cultures that make our community whole.

🎟️ Tickets are on now. Link in bio.

🎤 Meet our Mosaic emcee, Vicki Gonzalez!We’re excited to welcome Vicki Gonzalez, host of CapRadio’s flagship news talk s...
10/05/2026

🎤 Meet our Mosaic emcee, Vicki Gonzalez!

We’re excited to welcome Vicki Gonzalez, host of CapRadio’s flagship news talk show Insight, as the emcee for Mosaic: The Art of Belonging on Thursday, October 8.

Vicki has been a journalist for nearly 20 years, reporting from Los Angeles, the Texas-Mexico border, Las Vegas, and Sacramento. Her work has contributed to multiple Edward R. Murrow and Emmy awards, and she has called Sacramento home for the past decade.

We’re thrilled to have Vicki help us celebrate an evening of culture, creativity, and belonging!

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://support.openingdoorsinc.org/event/mosaic-the-art-of-belonging/e817883

10/02/2026

Opening Doors invites you to Mosaic: The Art of Belonging.

Join us next week, October 8, link in bio for tickets. 🎟️

Culture, connection, and belonging, all in one night. 🎉Join us Thursday, October 8 for Mosaic: The Art of Belonging, Op...
09/29/2026

Culture, connection, and belonging, all in one night. 🎉

Join us Thursday, October 8 for Mosaic: The Art of Belonging, Opening Doors' signature celebration featuring live performances, cuisine from around the world, a global marketplace, and the premiere of our brand-new short film.

Every ticket helps us support immigrants, refugees, and survivors of trafficking across Sacramento.

👉Get yours in the link in bio or https://support.openingdoorsinc.org/event/mosaic-the-art-of-belonging/e817883

Join us in celebrating and supporting immigrants in Northern California on Thursday, October 8!

IWA DAIKO is coming to Mosaic!Only two weeks until Mosaic: The Art of Belonging on Thursday, October 8!Experience the e...
09/28/2026

IWA DAIKO is coming to Mosaic!

Only two weeks until Mosaic: The Art of Belonging on Thursday, October 8!

Experience the energy of Japanese drumming from .collective, alongside a global marketplace featuring art and cuisine from around the world and the premiere of Opening Doors’ new short film.

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://support.openingdoorsinc.org/event/mosaic-the-art-of-belonging/e817883

Del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre, reconocemos el Mes de la Herencia Hispana y celebramos las culturas, historias y ...
09/24/2026

Del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre, reconocemos el Mes de la Herencia Hispana y celebramos las culturas, historias y contribuciones de las comunidades hispanas.

Las personas inmigrantes y refugiadas hispanas enriquecen nuestra comunidad a través de sus tradiciones, talentos, negocios y las muchas maneras en que contribuyen a los lugares que consideran su hogar.

En Opening Doors, celebramos la herencia hispana este mes y todos los meses.

From September 15 to October 15, we recognize Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrate the cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic communities.

Hispanic immigrants and refugees enrich our community through their traditions, talents, businesses, and the many ways they contribute to the places they call home.

At Opening Doors, we celebrate Hispanic heritage this month and every month.

🎟️ Today’s the last day to get your Mosaic tickets for just $60!Early bird pricing for Mosaic: The Art of Belonging ends...
09/15/2026

🎟️ Today’s the last day to get your Mosaic tickets for just $60!

Early bird pricing for Mosaic: The Art of Belonging ends today, September 15. Get your tickets before the price increases to $75!

Join us Thursday, October 8 for Opening Doors’ signature celebration of culture, connection, and belonging, featuring live performances, cuisine from around the world, a global marketplace, and the premiere of our new short film.

Save $15 and get your tickets today: https://openingdoorsinc.org/mosaic

History is not just something we learn about. It is something we must learn from.In Reflections from Manzanar, Opening D...
09/11/2026

History is not just something we learn about. It is something we must learn from.

In Reflections from Manzanar, Opening Doors Refugee Programs Director Neptoune shares what stayed with her after visiting the site where more than 10,000 Japanese Americans were unjustly incarcerated during World War II.

Hearing survivors’ stories and walking the grounds led Neptoune to reflect on the parallels she sees in her work today, as immigrant and refugee families face detention, uncertainty, and threats to their safety and belonging. Her reflections are also a powerful reminder of the resilience that persists in the face of injustice.

Read the full blog: openingdoorsinc.org/reflections-from-manzanar

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1111 Howe Avenue, Ste 125
Sacramento, CA
95825

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Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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