Welcome to the Berkshire Immigrant Center

Join BIC online to learn essential legal rights of immigrants, how to handle interactions with law enforcement or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and access resources to protect yourself and your family. Presentations in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Since January 20, President Trump has issued Executive Orders focused on immigration policies. These directives escalate his administration’s use of executive power to target immigrant communities. 

Learn about filing taxes, Social Security number (SSN) vs. Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), reporting income, who counts as dependents, avoiding penalties due to lack of health insurance, and risks of tax fraud.

Berkshire Immigrant Center has moved! Our doors have officially opened at 141 North Street, Suite 303, Pittsfield, MA. We look forward to welcoming you to our new space!

Your generosity makes BIC's work serving local immigrants possible!

We’re excited to announce that starting January 13, 2025, BIC’s new office will be located in the Brothership Building at 141 North Street, Suite 303, Pittsfield, MA 01201.

Learn about filing taxes, Social Security number (SSN) vs. Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), reporting income, who counts as dependents, avoiding penalties due to lack of health insurance, and risks of tax fraud.

Learn essential legal rights of immigrants, how to handle interactions with law enforcement or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and access resources to protect yourself and your family.

BIC stands strong in our mission. We know this week’s news brings a mix of emotions and uncertainty for many of you. We are here — ready to support, uplift, and advocate for all who rely on us.

Berkshire Immigrant Center and the Norman Rockwell Museum hosted a naturalization ceremony, where 28 individuals from 20 countries became U.S. citizens.

BIC welcomes a new Team members: Anny Lopez Urquizo, Assistant Case Worker!

Discover valuable resources, meet with local service providers, and get the guidance you need from an experienced immigration attorney.

BIC welcomes two new Team members: Karen Carrillo Cordova, Intake Coordinator, and Jacob Greer, Assistant Case Worker!

Discover valuable resources, meet with local service providers, and get the guidance you need from an experienced immigration attorney.

BIC is excited to welcome two new members to the BIC Board: Susan Puddester and Erin Seagrave, who bring valuable experience and passion to our mission!

Some individuals have received emails from people falsely claiming to be from the Department of Homeland Security, instructing them to visit BIC’s office for fingerprinting in order to continue with their asylum application and asking for money before visiting our office. Please be advised that these emails are scams.

View the photo collection from the 2024 Beacon of Hope Benefit!

Berkshire Immigrant Center's short film Lighting the Way spotlights the important services and resources available at the Center.

Our Beacon of Hope Benefit features an exciting performance of Andean-inspired music by vocalist Natalia Bernal and the En Diablada Quintet.

Join us in celebrating our very own Kate Barton for her recognition by the 2024 Berkshire Nonprofit Awards.

Our annual live benefit event honoring cultural diversity in support of BIC’s crucial work serving local immigrants.

Immigrants are invited to meet directly with service providers on April 6 at Volunteers in Medicine in Great Barrignton.

“The impact of an Immigration Case Worker extends far beyond the paperwork and legalities. “ - Lorena Dus, Client and Community Services Director

Our goal is to help immigrants thrive in the Berkshires.

Your generosity makes BIC's work serving local immigrants possible!

The New Immigrant Experience, benefit concert with Felipe Salles.

The Iris Residency is back! Open Call for the Iris Artist Residency, a BIC and the Studios at Mass MoCA program.

As of July 1, 2023, all Massachusetts residents may apply for a driver's license, regardless of immigration status!

Many thanks to everyone who made the 2023 One World Celebration a success! View the event photo album.

BIC’s annual benefit celebrating cultural diversity.