By Lindsay Wang, AsAmNews Associate Editor
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community has experienced an exponential growth in anti-AAPI hate and violence. Every week, social media feeds are flooded with news reports of assaults and attacks on the elderly, the vulnerable, the unprotected members of our community.
According to data from California State University San Bernardino, the incidence of reported anti-AAPI hate crimes has risen nearly 150% from 2019 to 2020 while the overall rate of hate crimes dropped by 7%. A recent report from the Pew Research Center revealed that one third of Asian adults said they feared and anticipated threats and physical attacks. Such attacks aren’t purely racial, either — out of nearly 4000 anti-AAPI hate crimes reported to Stop AAPI Hate, 68% were women.
Anti-AAPI hate is not new. There is a long legacy of the exclusion of the AAPI community from what it means to be “American,” often carried out so quietly and insidiously that we fail to notice the lack of our own bodies in the constructed future of this nation. Our histories are erased from the classrooms and the textbooks, and our identities are erased from our own minds and from each other under the weight of the “model minority myth.”
On March 16, a White male drove to three separate spas and massage parlors in Atlanta, Ga. and opened fire, killing eight people, six of whom were Asian women. He claimed that race was not a factor; instead, he had a “sex addiction,” and the only way to “eliminate temptation” was to target the Asian spas he frequented.
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On April 15, a White male drove to a FedEx facility known to employ majority Sikh Americans in Indianapolis, Ind. and opened fire, killing eight people, four of whom were Sikh American. And still, the burden fell upon a mourning community to demand an investigation that considers racial and religious bias.
In the wake of tragedy, we mourn. Then, we wipe our tears and pull ourselves up onto our feet and we fight for a future far, far, far removed from the reality we experience.
We take action.
Below is a list of nonprofits, organizations, foundations and communities that operate nationally and in the 20 states with the largest AAPI populations that you can support. No list is ever complete. AsAmNews will periodically update this list as resources allow.
National
Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund
“AALDEF focuses on critical issues affecting Asian Americans, including immigrant rights, voting rights and democracy, economic justice for workers, educational equity, housing and environmental justice, and the elimination of anti-Asian violence, police misconduct, and human trafficking.” — Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund
Asian Americans Advancing Justice
“Asian Americans have been part of the American story since its earliest days, and are now the U.S.’s fastest-growing racial group with the potential and power to shape our nation and the policies that affect us. Our mission is to advance civil and human rights for Asian Americans and to build and promote a fair and equitable society for all.” — Asian Americans Advancing Justice
Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy
“Over three decades, AAPIP has grown dramatically from a small, dedicated group of philanthropic professionals to a robust national network of funders and community leaders who are committed to expanding resources, connecting leadership and advocating for change to create a more just and equitable society for AAPI communities.” — Asian Americans/Pacific islanders in Philanthropy
Asian Mental Health Collective
“It is the mission of AMHC to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health within the Asian community.” — Asian Mental Health Collective
“Asian Pride Project celebrates the journeys, triumphs and struggles of LGBTQ individuals and our Asian and Pacific Islander (API) families and communities. We seek to capture these stories by using the arts – film, video, photography and the written word – as a medium for social justice and advocacy in the LGBTQ realm.” — Asian Pride Project
“Asian Women Alliance (AWA) is an action-oriented network dedicated to using our collective platforms to help raise awareness and fund non-profit organizations in order to aid in their continued work of: protecting marginalized AAPI women and our elders; driving social, political, and economic change for AAPI women and youth; and fighting Asian hate.” — Asian Women Alliance
The Committee of 100 (C100) is a non-partisan leadership organization of prominent Chinese Americans in business, government, academia, and the arts. The concept of founding the Committee came from the renowned architect, the late I.M. Pei and Dr. Henry Kissinger, 56th U.S. Secretary of State in 1988. Kissinger discussed with Pei the notion of organizing an influential group of Chinese Americans to address issues of international concern between the United States and China. Pei felt that no single individual could adequately represent the Chinese American perspective. With a sense of urgency to build bridges between China and the United States, Pei teamed with master cellist Yo-Yo Ma, Henry S. Tang, Oscar Tang, Shirley Young and Chien-Shiung Wu to recruit distinguished Chinese Americans from the arts, business, academia, public service, and the sciences to serve on the Committee of 100.
“Gold House is the premier nonprofit collective of Asian founders, creative voices, and leaders dedicated to unifying the world’s largest populace–Asians and Pacific Islanders–to enable more authentic multicultural representation and societal equity.” — Gold House
“Hate Is A Virus is a nonprofit community of mobilizers and amplifiers that exists to dismantle racism and hate.” — Hate Is A Virus
“HAF focuses on educating the public about Hindus and Hinduism and advocating for policies and practices that ensure the well-being of all people and the planet. We work directly with educators and journalists to ensure accurate understanding of Hindus and Hinduism. We also work with policymakers and key stakeholders to champion issues of concern to Hindu Americans, including defending civil and human rights and protecting all living beings.” — Hindu American Fondation
Japanese American Citizens League
“The Japanese American Citizens League is a national organization whose ongoing mission is to secure and maintain the civil rights of Japanese Americans and all others who are victimized by injustice and bigotry. The leaders and members of the JACL also work to promote cultural, educational and social values and preserve the heritage and legacy of the Japanese American community.” — Japanese American Citizens League
“By way of programming, events and partnership projects, we integrate storytelling with art to engage community members in sharing their own personal narratives, in the way they want to be seen and heard. We recognize the work of Lao American artists already sharing their stories while giving voice to those who cannot do so for themselves, in the hopes of healing the scars of war and beginning the process of regular intercultural, intergenerational exchanges.” — Laos in the House
National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum
“NAPAWF is the only organization focused on building power with AAPI women and girls to influence critical decisions that affect our lives, our families and our communities. Using a reproductive justice framework, we elevate AAPI women and girls to impact policy and drive systemic change in the United States.” — National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum
National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance
“The National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance (NQAPIA) is a federation of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) Asian American, South Asian, Southeast Asian, and Pacific Islander (AAPI) organizations. We seek to build the organizational capacity of local LGBT AAPI groups, develop leadership, promote visibility, educate our community, enhance grassroots organizing, expand collaborations, and challenge anti-LGBTQ bias and racism.” — National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance
Organization of Chinese Americans
“OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates is dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs).” — Orgaization of Chinese Americans
“We are the only grassroots Chinese massage parlor worker coalition in the U.S. There are over 9000 workplaces like these across the country with no political representation, or access to labor rights or collective organizing. Anti-trafficking NGO’s that claim to speak for migrants in sex trades promote increased policing and immigration control, which harms rather than helps migrant sex workers.” — Red Canary
“Sakhi for South Asian Women exists to represent the South Asian diaspora in a survivor-led movement for gender-justice and to honor the collective and inherent power of all survivors of violence. Sakhi is committed to serving survivors through a combination of efforts including—but not limited to—direct services, advocacy and organizing, technical assistance, and community outreach.” — Sakhi
Sikhh American Legal Defense and Education Fund
“SALDEF is a national Sikh American media, policy, and education organization. Our mission is to empower Sikh Americans by building dialogue, deepening understanding, promoting civic and political participation, and upholding social justice and religious freedom for all Americans.” — Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund
“The Sikh Coalition is often the first and only line of defense for Sikh civil rights in America. We serve as an insurance policy for those who would otherwise not have their rights protected, while working to secure a more just and tolerant society for Sikh American generations to come.” — Sikh Coalition
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South Asian Americans Leading Together
“South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT) is a national movement strategy and advocacy organization committed to racial justice through structural change, which means we focus on transforming institutions while leveraging incremental change as a means to shift conditions and power.” — South Asian Americans Leading Together
“The center tracks and responds to incidents of hate, violence, harassment, discrimination, shunning, and child bullying against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Our approach recognizes that in order to effectively address anti-Asian racism we must work to end all forms of structural racism leveled at Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color.” — Stop AAPI Hate
Support the AAPI Community Fund
“We must amplify AAPI voices and find ways to uplift, empower, and protect the AAPI community. The Support the AAPI Community Fund aims to do just that, addressing the urgent issues that face the AAPI community as well as broader, systemic problems. With the donations received through the Fund, GoFundMe.org will issue grants to trusted AAPI organizations working to rectify the racial inequalities in our society.” — Support the AAPI Community Fund
Taiwanese American Citizens League
“Taiwanese American Citizens League (TACL) was officially established on July 13, 1985, with the mission to help improve the quality of life of Taiwanese Americans in the United States.” — Taiwanese American Citizens League
The Center for Asian Pacific American Women
“The Center strives to nurture our Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities by expanding leadership capacity, fostering awareness of AAPI issues, creating a supportive network of AAPI women leaders, and strengthening community.” — The Center for Asian Pacific American Women
The Progressive Vietnamese American Organization
“The vision of PIVOT is to be a collective voice for progressive Vietnamese Americans, to engage and empower Vietnamese Americans through civic engagement and leadership development, and to support policies and candidates that are aligned with our values.” — The Progressive Vietnamese American Organization
The Southeast Asian Diaspora Project
“The SEAD Project (Southeast Asian Diaspora) is a community organization on a mission to be an accessible creative hub that provides streamlined workshops and tools to engage and share knowledge in Khmer, Hmong, Lao and Viet diaspora communities. Through safe and welcoming spaces, we hope to grow empowerment to plant the seeds of hope and possibility, locally and globally.” — The Southeast Asian Diaspora Project
“Our Mission: Womankind works with survivors of gender-based violence to rise above trauma and build a path to healing. We bring critical resources and deep cultural competency to help Asian communities find refuge, recovery, and renewal.” — Womankind
California
Advancing Justice-Asian Law Caucus
“The mission of Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Asian Law Caucus is to promote, advance, and represent the legal and civil rights of API communities. Recognizing that social, economic, political and racial inequalities continue to exist in the United States, Advancing Justice – Asian Law Caucus is committed to the pursuit of equality and justice for all sectors of our society with a specific focus directed toward addressing the needs of low-income, immigrant, and underserved APIs.” – Advancing Justice-Asian Law Caucus
API Equality — Northern California
“APIENC builds queer and transgender Asian and Pacific Islander power to amplify our voices and increase the visibility of our communities. Through organizing in the Bay Area, we inspire and train grassroots leaders, transform our values from scarcity to abundance, and partner with organizations to sustain a vibrant movement ecosystem.” — API Equality — Northern California
Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Los Angeles
“Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Los Angeles (Advancing Justice – LA) is the nation’s largest legal and civil rights organization for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (NHPI). Our mission is to advocate for civil rights, provide legal services and education, and build coalitions to positively influence and impact Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders and to create a more equitable and harmonious society.” -Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Los Angeles
“Through community development, Asian Americans for Equality (AAFE) advances racial, social and economic justice for Asian Americans and other systematically disadvantaged communities, guided by our experiences as Asian Americans and our commitment to civil rights.” — Asian Americans for Equality
Asian American Women Artists Association
“Mentorship. Visibility. Advocacy. Our mission is to advance the visibility and recognition of Asian American women in the arts. Through exhibitions, publications, public programs and an informative website, AAWAA is an accessible resource and portal for educators, academics, researchers, arts and social justice communities and the general public.” — Asian American Women Artists Association
“Asian Health Services, founded in 1974, provides health, social, and advocacy services for all regardless of income, insurance status, immigration status, language, or culture. Our approach to wellbeing focuses on “whole patient health,” which is why we provide more than primary care services, including mental health, case management, nutrition, and dental care to more than 50,000 patients in English and over 14 Asian languages…We offer medical, dental, and mental health services for all ages.” — Asian Health Services
Asian Pacific Environmental Network
“Through building an organized movement, we strive to bring fundamental changes to economic and social institutions that will prioritize public good over profits and promote the right of every person to a decent, safe, affordable quality of life, and the right to participate in decisions affecting our lives. APEN holds this vision of environmental justice for all people. Our work focuses on Asian immigrant and refugee communities.” — Asian Pacific Environmental Network
Asian Pacific Policy and Planning Council
“The Asian Pacific Policy and Planning Council (A3PCON) is a coalition of community-based organizations that advocates for the rights and needs of the Asian and Pacific Islander American (APIA) Community in the greater Los Angeles area, with a particular focus on low income, immigrant, refugee and other disadvantaged sectors of the population. To accomplish this mission, A3PCON strives to:
- Serve as a vehicle for promoting the needs, interests and concerns of the APIA Community to policy makers and the general public.
- Promote collaboration, planning and collective action amongst its members to support common advocacy/policy, organizational development and capacity-building goals.
- Activate the APIA electorate and promote public accountability to the APIA Community through non-partisan political and electoral participation.”
Chinatown Community Development Center
“The Mission of the Chinatown Community Development Center is to build community and enhance the quality of life for San Francisco residents. We are a place-based community development organization serving primarily the Chinatown neighborhood, and also serve other areas including North Beach and the Tenderloin. We are a community development organization with many roles – as neighborhood advocates, organizers and planners, and as developers and managers of affordable housing.” — Chinatown Community Development Center
Chinatown Community for Equitable Development
“Chinatown Community for Equitable Development (CCED) is an all volunteer, multi-ethnic, intergenerational organization based in Los Angeles Chinatown that builds grassroots power through organizing, education, and mutual help.” — Chinatown Community for Equitable Development
“Established in 1971, Chinatown Service Center is one of the largest community-based Chinese American health and human service organization in Southern California. CSC provides a comprehensive range of services to over 100,000 visits annually, organized under four services areas including Social Services (Senior Services, Welfare and Benefits Enrollments and Referral Programs), Federally Qualified Community Health Center (Behavioral Health, Medical, Dental and Optometry), Youth Center and Community Economic Development (Individual Financial Education and Small Business Training and Consultation).” — Chinatown Service Center
Chinese for Affirmative Action
“Chinese for Affirmative Action was founded in 1969 to protect the civil and political rights of Chinese Americans and to advance multiracial democracy in the United States. Today, CAA is a progressive voice in and on behalf of the broader Asian American and Pacific Islander community. We advocate for systemic change that protects immigrant rights, promotes language diversity, and remedies racial and social injustice.” – Chinese for Affirmative Action
Chinese Progressive Association
“Founded in 1972, the Chinese Progressive Association educates, organizes and empowers the low income and working class immigrant Chinese community in San Francisco to build collective power with other oppressed communities to demand better living and working conditions and justice for all people.” — Chinese Progressive Association
“Our mission is simple: We strive to provide the Oakland Chinatown Community with a resource for promoting safety and community. We aim to embrace the often forgotten, underserved, and vulnerable. We promote compassion not indifference, unity as opposed to divisiveness. Fostering a more caring and safer Oakland for all.” — Compassion in Oakland
“DRUM – Desis Rising Up and Moving is a multigenerational, membership led organization of low-wage South Asian and Indo-Caribbean immigrant workers and youth in New York City.” — Desis Rising Up and Moving
“Founded in 2004, the Filipino Community Center is dedicated to providing a safe space where Filipino families can access services, receive support, and build community. We foster and develop community empowerment, grassroots leadership, advocacy, and organizing to address the immediate and long term issues of our communities locally, and in the Philippines.” — Filipino Community Center
Gay Asian and Pacific Islander Men of New York
“Founded in 1990, GAPIMNY is an all-volunteer, membership-based community organization with the mission to empower queer and trans Asian Pacific Islanders to create positive change. We provide a range of political, social, educational, and cultural programming and work in coalition with other community organizations to educate and promote dialogue on issues of race, sexuality, gender, and health.” — Gay Asian and Pacific Islander Men of New York
Japan America Society of Southern California
“The Japan America Society of Southern California is a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit, charitable and educational organization consisting of individuals and corporations with an interest in Japan and in United States-Japan relations. We have been building Japan-America relationships for 111 years since 1909.” — Japan America Society of Southern California
Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Northern California
“Open to all, the Center celebrates our diverse community and its people, sharing our rich Japanese heritage and customs as a means of recreational, social and educational enrichment. Founded by the community, we are committed to maintaining a Center where people feel welcome, supported and heard; and providing them the opportunity for growth, wellness and connection.” — Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Northern California
“Khmer Girls in Action is a community-based organization whose mission is to build a progressive and sustainable Long Beach community that works for gender, racial and economic justice led by Southeast Asian young women.” — Khmer Girls in Action
Korean American Coalition Los Angeles
“The Korean American Coalition – Los Angeles (KAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 1983 to promote the civic and civil rights interests of the Korean American community. KAC endeavors to achieve these goals through education, community organizing, leadership development, and coalition-building with diverse communities.” — Korean American Coalition Los Angeles
Korean American Family Services
“Since its inception in 1983, KFAM has provided assistance to tens of thousands of Korean Americans—particularly women, children, immigrants, and low-income families. KFAM specializes in providing linguistically and culturally appropriate services through its multilingual and multicultural staff.” — Korean American Family Services
Korean Community Center of the East Bay
“KCCEB’s mission is to empower immigrants in the Bay Area through access to education, services, resources and advocacy. We help individuals get needed resources at critical moments in their lives and offer opportunities to empower themselves, their families and community for health and wellness.” — Korean Community Center of the East Bay
“The mission of Little Tokyo Service Center (LTSC) is to provide a comprehensive array of social welfare and community development services to assist low income individuals and other persons in need, contribute to community revitalization and cultural preservation in Little Tokyo and among the broader Japanese community in the Southland, and to provide such resources to neighboring Asian Pacific Islander and other low income communities.” — Little Tokyo Service Center
“Maitri is a free, confidential, nonprofit organization based in the San Francisco Bay Area that primarily helps families and individuals from South Asia (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives) facing domestic violence, emotional abuse, cultural alienation, or family conflict.” — Maitri
“SAHARA serves survivors of all forms of abuse within the South Asian community in Southern California with culturally sensitive and linguistically specific services. At SAHARA, we firmly believe that every human being regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, and sexual orientation, deserves to live a life of dignity and respect.” — SAHARA
“We are a grassroots initiative passionate about supporting Chinatown communities in the Bay Area through art, conversation, and shared love of food. Our goal is to build on our efforts in creating art and culture focused initiatives to benefit our beloved Chinatowns.” — Save Our Chinatowns
Search to Involve Philipino Americans
“SIPA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization serving Historic Filipinotown and other neighborhoods throughout Greater Los Angeles County. SIPA produces programs for youth and families including case management and counseling, after school programs, senior programs, small business development, cultural enrichment, and affordable housing.” — Search to Involve Philipino Americans
“The South Asian Network (SAN) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides culturally and linguistically specific services to and advocacy on behalf of South Asians in Southern California, in the areas of healthcare access, gender-based violence, and civil rights/civic engagement.” — South Asian Network
Southeast Asian Community Alliance
“SEACA creates spaces for new forms of leadership to emerge and we support the development of members of our community to create new and culturally relevant solutions to deep-rooted social, economic, and racial justice issues impacting the Southeast Asian community. We began as a youth leadership program and over the years have expanded our programs to include youth organizing, creative arts and self-expression, and most recently, health and community building through food and gardening.” — Southeast Asian Community Alliance
Thai Community Development Center
“Thai CDC was specifically established to begin addressing the health and human service needs of the Thai population. Within the context of all services that are either extremely limited or totally absent, the following service priorities were determined and ranked in the following order at the time: 1) Health and Human Services; 2) Legal Services; 3) Senior Services and 4) Youth Services.” — Thai Community Development Center
Vietnamese American Community Center of the East Bay
“For over 20 years, the Vietnamese American Community Center of the East Bay (VACCEB) has been a refuge and resource for low-income, South-East Asians and other underrepresented immigrant communities in the San Francisco Bay Area. VACCEB provides a variety of support services including access to nutritional meals, senior programs, housing assistance, immigration legal and education services, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, and employment development.” — Vietnamese American Community Center of the East Bay
New York
“Apex for Youth delivers possibilities to underserved Asian and immigrant youth from low-income families in NYC. We recruit working professionals to volunteer and become positive role models who inspire youth to expand their horizons and envision what is possible for their lives.” — Apex for Youth
“AAF is the one of the strongest leadership voices advocating for better policies, services, and funding that lead to more justice and opportunity for Asian immigrants, one of New York City’s poorest and most underserved communities. We support Asians from 20 ethnic groups—diverse in language, culture, and religion—that make up New York’s Asian community.” — Asian American Federation
CAAAV Organizing Asian Communities
“CAAAV Organizing Asian Communities works to build grassroots community power across diverse poor and working class Asian immigrant and refugee communities in New York City.” — CAAAV Organizing Asian Communities
“At CMP we equip low-income immigrants with the skills and networks they need to be economically self-sufficient, and contributing members to the greater New York City community.” — Chinatown Manpower Project
Chinatown Partnership Local Development Corporation
“Chinatown Partnership, led by Wellington Chen, was formed in 2006 as [a] new start-up from [the] grounds up to bring residents, business owners and community groups together to rebuild Chinatown following 9/11, and to preserve the neighborhood’s unique culture while ensuring its vitality in the future through strategic positioning.” — Chinatown Partnership Local Development Corporation
“Founded at the onset of COVID-19, Heart of Dinner works to fight food insecurity and isolation experienced by Asian American seniors—two long-standing community issues heightened by the pandemic.” — Heart of Dinner
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Korean American Association of Greater New York
“Founded in 1960, the Korean American Association of Greater New York (KAAGNY) has long advocated for the welfare and protection of the rights and interests of over half a million diasporic Koreans living in the Greater New York area. A non-profit organization, KAAGNY has served to connect Korean Americans to one another as well as to the American mainstream.” — Korean American Association of Greater New York
Korean Association of New York Artists
“KANA (Korean Association of New York Artists) is a non-profit organization founded in 2012. Our mission is to support Korean creatives – artists, designers, creative entrepreneurs and so forth – based in New York City and to contribute to the diverse cultural geography in NYC.” — Korean Association of New York Artists
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“Mekong NYC aims to improve the quality of life of the Southeast Asian community in the Bronx and throughout New York City by achieving equity through community organizing and healing, promoting arts, culture, and language, and creating a safety net by improving access to essential social services.” — Mekong NYC
New York Chinese Cultural Center
“The New York Chinese Cultural Center (NYCCC), a nonprofit cultural and educational institution, is dedicated to deepening the understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture in the global and local communities. NYCCC fulfills its mission by offering professional classes, workshops, and performances while nurturing creative and innovative new works that reflect the rich cultural heritages and diverse communities of today.” — New York Chinese Cultural Center
“Sapna NYC is a not for profit organization transforming the lives of South Asian immigrant women by improving health, expanding economic opportunities, creating social networks, and building a collective voice for change.” — Sapna NYC
“Back in March 2020, we noticed how quickly small businesses were closing due to racism and xenophobia, weeks before the mandated closure. As it turns out, most Chinatown businesses were rejected for government loans due to application requirements that are inequitable to immigrant-run microbusinesses. That’s why Send Chinatown Love was born.” — Send Chinatown Love
“Think!Chinatown, a non-profit based in Manhattan’s Chinatown, is here to listen, to respond, and to build Chinatown’s capacities as a strong & vibrant immigrant neighborhood of NYC. Our mission is to foster inter-generational community through neighborhood engagement, storytelling & the arts.” — Think!Chinatown
“Welcome to Chinatown is a grassroots initiative to support Chinatown businesses and amplify community voices that generates much needed momentum to preserve one of New York City’s most vibrant neighborhoods.” — Welcome to Chinatown
“The W.O.W Project is a community-based initiative that reinvents, preserves, and encourages Chinatown’s creative culture and history through arts, culture and activism.” — W.O.W. Project
Texas
“The Asian Chamber of Commerce fosters economic and business development through civic advocacy, networking, collaboration and connections in the Houston Asian American communities and promotes trade between Houston and Asian countries.” — Asian Chamber of Commerce
Asian Pacific Heritage Month Association
“Asian Pacific American Heritage Association (APAHA) was formed in Houston in 1992 to ‘promote awareness and increase understanding of the Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures and its diversity through education and celebration,’ focusing on the month of May, which is celebrated nationally as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and continuing throughout the year. Making a strong positive contribution to our community, APAHA collaborates with varied community and educational organizations and provides ongoing educational, cultural and scholarship programs through the greater Houston area.” — Asian Pacific Heritage Month Association
Austin Filipino-American Association
“The AFAA is a public, non-profit organization established to preserve, promote, and enhance Filipino culture through education and cultural arts, and to provide community assistance and recreation for those living in Austin, Texas and surrounding areas.” — Austin Filipino-American Association
“Austin Kannada Sangha (AKS) is an official non-profit organization for Kannadigas living in Austin and surrounding areas. Kannada is the official language of the State of Karnataka – one of the four states of Southern India. The purpose of this organization is to provide an opportunity for Kannada speaking immigrants from India to promote and preserve Kannada language and culture in North America.” — Austin Kannada Sangha
Bangladesh Association of Greater Austin
“Bangladesh Association of Greater Austin (BAGA) is a non-profit organization under Internal Revenue Code 501(c)(3) that strives to promote and sustain cultural, charitable, educational, and community services on behalf of the Bangladeshi American community living in greater Austin.” — Bangladesh Association of Greater Austin
“The Chinese Community Center is a multi-ethnic organization serving all Houstonians. Our mission is to bridge East and West by enriching families with educational, cultural, and social service programs. We serve diverse cultures, diverse generations, and diverse needs.” — Chinese Community Center
Indian American Coalition of Texas
“The Indian American Coalition of Texas (IACT) is a non-partisan organization in Central Texas. IACT strives to educate, engage, and empower the Indian American community about issues related to political and civic engagement. Through various resources, programs, and initiatives, IACT helps Indian Americans and South Asians in Central Texas to have their voices heard and make an impact on the communities in which they live.” — Indian American Coalition of Texas
Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth
“The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth is the catalyst for vibrant, lasting interaction between the people of North Texas and Japan, impacting lives in a spirit of enduring friendship and trust.” — Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth
Japan-America Society of Houston
“The Japan America Society of Houston (JASH) is the leading organization that connects Houston’s diverse community, local businesses, and individuals to advance the mutual interest of American and Japanese peoples.” — Japan-America Society of Houston
Vietnamese American Community of Austin, Texas
“The mission of the Vietnamese American Community of Austin, Texas (VACAT) is to strengthen the greater Austin community by providing advocacy, social services, and programming that is culturally appropriate to the Vietnamese community. The organization shall support and facilitate cultural preservation, innovation, and creation.” — Vietnamese American Community of Austin, Texas
New Jersey
Asian Indian Chamber of Commerce
“The AICC has evolved to meet the need for entrepreneurial leadership in the Asian Indian business community. It organizes and supports business expos, nonprofit cultural events, business and educational symposiums and humanitarian causes.” — Asian Indian Chamber of Commerce
Asian Women’s Christian Association
“AWCA (Asian Women’s Christian Association), centered on the love of Christ, provides families with the resources to become healthy, contributing members of society through education, social, and homecare services.” — Asian Women’s Christian Association
Association of Indians in America — South Jersey Chapter
“On July 28, 2003 at Princeton Historical Society, Princeton, New Jersey a new Association of Indians in America (AIA) Chapter – the South Jersey Chapter was established. This new chapter reflects the growth in the Asian Indian population in southern New Jersey.” — Association of Indians in America — South Jersey Chapter
“The Bengali Cultural Society was formed in 1978 with the objective to promote and sustain cultural, religious, charitable, educational, and literary activities, and to provide a forum for exchanging ideas and views with various national and international organizations of similar interest.” — Bengali Cultural Society
“Karnataka Cultural Organization – Brindavana (KCOB) is a non-profit cultural charitable organization with the status 501(C)(3), representing people originating from Karnataka (a state in India – home to the Silicon Valley of India – Bengaluru) or exhibiting an interest in the language of Kannada and the traditions and culture of Karnataka.” — Brindavana Kannada Koota
Chinese-American Family Coalition
“Starting in 2006, a small group led by Angie Ngai came together to form the Chinese Cultural Club in Fort Lee Community Center. Today, CAFC is a registered non-profit organization with Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. We serve over 1,000 members of the Greater New York / New Jersey area…The agency is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes, serving the general public. We also host and participate in cultural events.” — Chinese-American Family Coalition
Filipino American Association of Central New Jersey
“The Association was formed by people who knew each other as relatives, friends or co-workers…Living in a “foreign country” with its pressures to melt away languages and cultures, they chose to support one another in strengthening their Christian values and maintaining the traditions and practices common to Filipinos.” — Filipino American Association of Central New Jersey
Filipino-American Community & Development Center
“We at the Filipino-American Community & Development Center of Ocean County Inc’s goal to build a Community Center that can serve many purposes but are not limited to the following[:] a place where Filipino Americans can gather to celebrate culture, to serve the community, create a ‘HOME away from HOME,’ to have a physical concentration of Filipino-Americans sharing ideas and promoting history and education, strive to preserve our Filipino heritage in Ocean County and integrate within local communities.” — Filipino-American Community & Development Center
Garden State Cultural Association
“Garden State Cultural Association (GSCA) is an Indian American non-profit organization based in New Jersey, USA. Its primary objective is to promote Indian social, cultural, and religions events throughout the year.” — Garden State Cultural Association
“Gujarati Samaj of Tri-State(GST) promotes Indian culture and values by providing social, cultural, recreational and community programs, thereby uniting the community, and raising awareness about Indian culture in the local community.” — Gujarati Samah of Tri-State
Indo-American Cultural Foundation of Central New Jersey
“Indo-American Cultural Foundation of Central New Jersey (IACFNJ) was established more than 20 years ago by American citizens of Indian origin living in the towns of Central Jersey. The purpose of the organization is to keep alive the culture, traditions and customs of India while imbibing the best from the adopted country.” — Indo-American Cultural Foundation of Central New Jersey
“With a mission to end all forms of violence against women, Manavi began as an awareness campaign on issues concerning South Asian women; today it continues to centralize women’s needs and interests in all its organizational decisions and service provisions. Manavi provides a unique blend of culturally specific support services and intervention methods through Western advocacy practices and linguistically traditional techniques.” — Manavi
“Marathi Vishwa, New Jersey was incorporated on July 8, 1978 as a cultural organization to promote Marathi Language, Art & Culture.” — Marathi Vishwa
New Jersey Chinese-American Chamber of Commerce
“The New Jersey Chinese American Chamber of Commerce (NJCACC) is a non-profit and non-political organization (www.NJCACC.org) dedicated to promoting business among members, primarily assisting Chinese American and other Asian American businesses to integrate into the American economy and facilitating US-China trade.” — New Jersey Chinese-American Chamber of Commerce
Pan-American Concerned Citizens Action League
“Linda Mayo, the first Asian elected official in Hudson County and former Jersey City Deputy Mayor, recognized the need for a culturally competent non-profit organization. Linda Mayo pioneered the founding of PACCAL with the help of a group of World War II veterans headed by the late Sir Col. Mariano S. Aureus. Linda held the position of PACCAL, president for twelve years and since then became the Executive Director implementing programs and services.” — Pan-American Concerned Citizens Action League
“The Sikh American Chamber of Commerce (SACC) is a non-profit organization comprised of a cross section of Sikh American professionals, businesses and students. Established in 2011 with vision to bring together Sikh American businesses and professionals in the spirit of enterprise, our goal is to provide a forum for effective business networking, promote entrepreneurship within the community and assist other Sikh American professionals in the continued growth of their business and career.” — Sikh Chamber of Commerce
Hawaii
Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii
“The Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii was founded in 1911, initially to provide service to the merchants in Chinatown, and to assist the immigrant population assimilate into their new community. Since those humble beginnings 105 years ago, the Chinese Chamber has grown tremendously and now serves as a leader and an active voice for not only Chinatown but the Chinese community in Hawaii.” — Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii
Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawai‘i
“The Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii provides leadership in promoting Hawaii’s business community through its programs and activities by: Broadening opportunities for Filipino entrepreneurs and member businesses. Strengthening business links between Hawaii and the Philippines. Assisting in the professional growth of its members. Supporting the well-being of the community.” — Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawai‘i
Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i
“Our Mission[:] To be a vibrant resource, strengthening our diverse community by educating present and future generations in the evolving Japanese American experience in Hawai‘i. We do this through relevant programming, meaningful community service and innovative partnerships that enhance the understanding and celebration of our heritage, culture and love of the land.” — Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i
Hawaii Korean Chamber of Commerce
“Since 1940, the Hawaii Korean Chamber of Commerce (HKCC) has worked to fulfill the goals and purposes of supporting the Korean-Americans in Hawaii and its business community. HKCC continues its mission to perpetuate goodwill among the Korean community and make life better for Koreans in Hawaii and abroad.” — Hawaii Korean Chamber of Commerce
Hawaii/Pacific Basin Area Health Education Center
“Our GOAL is to facilitate access to an abundant supply of knowledgeable and culturally competent providers through training and recruitment partnerships that will improve the diversity, distribution and quality of the health professions workforce. We provide accredited, high quality continuing education offerings and professional support to meet the needs of healthcare professionals, especially those practicing in underserved areas. These programs are designed to enhance clinical skills and help maintain professional certifications.” — Hawaii/Pacific Basin Area Health Education Center
Native Hawaiian Organizations Association
“NHOA’s mission is rooted in the legislative intent of the Native 8(a) program, which seeks to provide economic opportunities for our country’s Native communities. The success of a NHO-owned 8(a) BD program participant directly impacts the NHO’s ability to achieve its mission. As such, NHOA serves to enhance the successes of these for-profit firms and provide continued legislative support and advocacy for the Native 8(a) program, which in turn supports economic, social, and cultural endeavors in the Native Hawaiian community.” — Native Hawaiian Organizations Association
Illinois
Alliance of Filipinos for Immigrant Rights & Empowerment Chicago
“AFIRE is a grassroots community organization that builds the capacity of Filipinx/a/os* to organize on issues of social, racial, and economic justice that affect undocumented immigrants, domestic workers, seniors, and youth.” — Alliance of Filipinos for Immigrant Rights & Empowerment
“Apna Ghar provides critical, comprehensive, culturally competent services, and conducts outreach and advocacy across communities to end gender violence. Apna Ghar is a human rights organization working to end gender violence with an evidence-based model that factors in macro and micro level conditions that create the unique barriers that our program participants face.” — Apna Ghar
“Asian Improv aRts Midwest’s mission is to build a vital, self-empowered Asian American Community in the Chicago area by advancing the understanding and profile of Asian American cultures through the traditional and contemporary cultural arts.” — Asian Improv aRts Midwest
Bengali Association of Greater Chicago
“Bengali Association of Greater Chicago (BAGC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting literature, art, music and the rich religious and cultural heritage of [the] South Asian Indian community. In the last 43 years, through its many social and philanthropic pursuits, BAGC has nurtured the soul of the immigrant Bengali community.” — Begali Association of Greater Chicago
Cambodian Association of Illinois
“The mission of CAI is to enable refugees and immigrants from Cambodia residing in Illinois, especially those in metropolitan Chicago, to become self-sufficient, productive participants in American society while preserving and enhancing their cultural heritage and community.” — Cambodian Association of Illinois
Chicago Chinatown Chamber of Commerce
“Founded in 1983, the Chicago Chinatown Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to improve and expand business opportunities and to educate others on the history, and culture of the Chinese American community. Chinatown Chamber’s vision is to create a vibrant and exciting destination, for visitors to explore, attractions and incentives for investors, innovative technology and business establishment support.” — Chicago Chinatown Chamber of Commerce
“Chicago Tamil Sangam was established in September, 1969 and since then [has served the] Chicago Tamil community. To unite the Tamils living in the Greater Chicago area, fostering their commitment to the promotion of Tamil Values, Art and Language. To provide equal opportunities and a forum for the future generation Tamils to participate, learn and grow in the rich heritage of the Tamil Language and Culture. To reach out to the Chicago Tamil Community on social issues affecting individuals and [the] community at large both locally and in Tamil Nadu.” — Chicago Tamil Sangam
Chinese American Service League
“For over 40 years, the Chinese American Service League’s (CASL) comprehensive programs have connected families and individuals in the Chicago Chinese community and beyond with the vital support they need: providing an educational and cultural foundation for our children, ensuring our seniors live full and independent lives with dignity, enhancing education and training for tomorrow’s workforce, putting immigrants on the pathway to citizenship, securing our community’s housing and financial well-being, and providing all with equal access to justice.” — Chinese American Service League
Chinese Mutual Aid Association
“Proudly founded by ethnic Chinese refugees, Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA) is led by many prominent individuals from the Asian American community. Our purpose is to serve the needs, promote the interests, and enhance the well-being of low-income, diverse immigrant and refugee communities across metropolitan Chicago through social services, advocacy, educational programming and assistance for youth, adults, the elderly and small businesses.” — Chinese Mutual Aid Association
“Pintig which means pulse in Pilipino, was founded in April 1991, with a mission to serve as a voice of the Filipino American community by engaging in active cultural work – using art as a means to celebrate the community’s rich history and culture. CIRCA was a non-profit arts organization that was founded in December 2001 by members of the PINTIG Cultural Group. CIRCA and Pintig merged in 2006 to form CIRCA Pintig, a community theater company and community education and outreach organization.” — Circa Pintig
Filipino Young Leaders Program
“The Filipino Young Leaders Program (FYLPRO) is a network of high-performing, next-generation leaders who advance the Philippines and the Filipino people through their advocacy and expertise in various industries.” — Filipino Young Leaders Program
“HANA is committed to serving the diverse interests of our community – including immigrants, women, youth, people of color, low-income families, older adults, LGBTQ+ folks, and adoptees. In Korean, HANA means one. We are stronger than we are apart. Our shared history and culture are our strengths. By combining our resources, we can accomplish more for ourselves than we can by ourselves.” — HANA Center
“The Indo American Center (IAC) addresses the needs of South Asian immigrants as well as people from more than thirty nations over the world. IAC provides services that facilitate their adjustment, integration, and friendship with the wider society, nurture their sense of community, and foster appreciation for the diversity of culture and heritage.” — Indo-American Center
Japanese American Service Committee
“Founded in 1946, JASC was formed to serve the needs of Japanese immigrants and their American-born children coming to Chicago after leaving the World War II internment camps.” — Japanese American Service Committee
“Project: VISION’s mission is to help youth of Chicago’s Chinatown, Bridgeport, and surrounding communities achieve their full potentials by providing them with tools for educational, personal, and civic development.” — Project: VISION
“The main objective of Maharashtra Mandal, Chicago is to provide the cultural support to all Maharashtrian people now in USA, with roots in Maharashtra. Another major activity of Maharashtra Mandal, Chicago is to help in bringing together Marathi speaking Indian community.” — Maharashtra Mandal Chicago
“The objectives of the formation of MCC are… To be a civic and social organization. To promote the personal and professional development of the Malaysian American community. To sponsor and support activities that enhance the cultural awareness and perception of Malaysian Americans. To enhance the business and career environment for Malaysian Americans.” — Malaysian Club of Chicago
The Chicago Community Trust Asian Giving Circle
“The Asian Giving Circle, a donor advised fund of The Chicago Community Trust, brings together professionals throughout Chicago to leverage impact on issues of common concern within Asian American communities.” — The Chicago Community Trust Asian Giving Circle
Telugu Association of Greater Chicago
“Telugu Association of Greater Chicago (TAGC) is a non-profit organization devoted to the awareness and promotion of Telugu Heritage and Culture in the mid-west region headquartered in Chicago.” — Telugu Association of Greater Chicago
Vidyaranya Kannada Kuta of Illinois
“Vidyaranya Kannada Kuta, Illinois, started in 1973, is a not-for-profit organization catering to the needs of Kannadigas (persons from Karnataka State in India or those whose ancestors are from Karnataka state) of Illinois. The purpose of the organization is to organize meetings, promote cultural activities for adults as well as youth born and growing in USA, and support various humanitarian causes.” — Vidyaranya Kannada Kuta of Illinois
Vietnamese Association of Illinois
“VAI has served thousands of Vietnamese Americans and other ethnic communities: Facilitating resettlement. Citizenship building. Community seeking employment. Addressing healthcare issues. Raising political awareness. Providing educational opportunities. Addressing multigenerational issues for seniors and youth. Establishing & expanding businesses. Strengthening cultural heritage.” — Vietnamese Association of Illinois
Washington
Chinatown-International District Business Improvement Area
“The Chinatown-International District Business Improvement Area works to improve and promote Seattle’s Chinatown-International District. In addition to providing public safety and sanitation services, the CIDBIA coordinates several of the neighborhood’s major events including the Night Markets and Lunar New Year Celebration, in addition to Dragon Fest. The BIA also advocates on behalf of its constituents with respect to a host of public policy, planning, safety, and quality-of-life issues.” — Chinatown-International District Business Improvement Area
Denshō: The Japanese American Legacy Project
“Densho is a nonprofit organization started in 1996, with the initial goal of documenting oral histories from Japanese Americans who were incarcerated during World War II. This evolved into a mission to educate, preserve, collaborate and inspire action for equity.” — Denshō: The Japanese American Legacy Project
“Mission[:] To foster the well-being of Filipinx in Greater Seattle through culturally appropriate services and gathering spaces. We develop client centered social service programs for Filipinx community members and friends who come through our doors; open our spaces to anyone to gather; advocate for social justice, equity and inclusion for ALL people; and respect and preserve the Filipinx history and traditions through arts and cultural programs.” — Filipino Community of Seattle
“The mission of the Friends of Little Saigon is to preserve and enhance Little Saigon’s cultural, economic, and historic vitality.” — Friends of Little Saigon
Hmong Association of Washington
“Our mission is to preserve and promote the culture, advocate for the Hmong people, and promote education in the community.” — Hmong Association of Washington
India Association of Western Washington
“India Association of Western Washington (IAWW) operates in Western WA with the following objectives: To address basic, urgent, and emergent needs of the Asian Indian community.. To address cultural taboos, stigma and hate by engaging in thoughtful conversations and actions/ To provide community youth opportunities to engage in advocacy and leadership while addressing mentoring, social-emotional development. To provide community youth a platform for advocacy, leadership, organizing while creating awareness. To encourage and foster those activities that improve mutual understanding and appreciation between the Indo-American community and the mainstream American community. To establish and serve as a non-profit, charitable institution under the General Non-profit Corporation Act.” — India Association of Western Washington
Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington
“We are an organization that is committed to preserving, promoting, and sharing Japanese and Japanese American culture and heritage. We do so by creating, funding, and supporting multicultural and inter-generational education that celebrates diversity, art, culture, and language.” — Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington
“Kandelia, previously known as VFA, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community organization providing direct programs, opportunities, and tools to address systemic inequities so immigrant and refugee families and communities can thrive without having to compromise values, heritage or ethnicity. Leveraging our convener model and years of experience rooted in the Vietnamese community, we center youth in our work—championing and building them up so they can be their full authentic selves.” — Kandelia
“Kin On honors, supports, and advocates for our Asian elders and families in the Puget Sound region by offering culturally and linguistically appropriate health, social, and educational services.” — Kin On
Khmer Community of Seattle King County
“The mission of KCSKC is to nurture the Khmer community by bridging the intergenerational gap between elders and youth, through cultural preservation and promoting well-being.” — Khmer Community of Seattle King County
Korean Community Service Center
“KCSC’s mission is to…be a bridge for Korean immigrants and the wider Asian community to fully integrate into society and [overcome] economic, health, and linguistic barriers so that they become independent and thriving members of the community.” — Korean Community Service Center
Seattle Mongolian Youth Center
“The mission is to support, inspire the development of knowledge, talents, and skills of Mongolians and their children living in the Puget Sound through educational, cultural activities.” — Seattle Mongolian Youth Center
The Greater Seattle Chinese Chamber of Commerce
“Founded in 1963, The Greater Seattle Chinese Chamber of Commerce is the voice of the Chinese business community. We are a non-profit, non-partisan group that aims to bring together civic, professional and business leaders for advocating, fostering and protecting the interests of our members.” — The Greater Seattle Chinese Chamber of Commerce
Florida
Asian Coalition of Tallahassee
“[ACT] is an umbrella organization comprised of various Asian related organizations as well as individual members and is intended to be the voice of the Asian community. It aims to unite various Asian communities within the Tallahassee area and promote and share our rich Asian cultural heritage with the local community through community activity involvement and cultural events.” — Asian Coalition of Tallahassee
Gujarati Society of Central Florida
“Mission: Preserve, enhance, understand and appreciate our rich Gujarati culture by providing engaging interactive opportunities to our members.” — Gujarati Society of Central Florida
India Association of Tallahassee
“India Association of Tallahassee (IATLH) is a Florida non-profit organization (FEIN # 59-3521114) devoted to promoting the cultural, social, and educational activities of people from India.” — India Association of Tallahassee
“The purpose of this association is to promote interaction of Tamil community, to uphold its values and culture and to promote the awareness of the breadth, the depth and the richness of the various literatures in Tamil.” — Jacksonville Tamil Mandram
Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida
“The Society’s mission is to work toward fostering and promoting stronger ties of friendship and understanding between the U.S. and Japan. The goal is to cultivate and enriching and mutually beneficial relationship between the U.S. and Japan, based on a spirit of goodwill.” — Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida
Muthamizh Sangam of Central Florida
“Muthamizh Sangam of Central Florida is a non-profit organization devoted to the awareness and promotion of Tamil Culture in Orlando.” — Muthamizh Sangam of Central Florida
Pilipino American Association of Tampa Bay
“We are a nonprofit organization focused on helping make the world around us a better, happier place. With the help of our [tireless] staff, [we] volunteer and involved by participating in our Pilipino-American community.” — Pilipino American Association of Tampa Bay
“The mission of REACH is to promote the Recognition and Experience of Asian Cultural Heritage by reaching out to the Central Florida community. REACH provides many wonderful programs to foster young leaders in the Central Florida community through cultural performances, festival activities, and volunteer opportunities.” — REACH of Central Florida
Telugu Association of Florida, Tampa Bay
“TAF was formed in 1997 by several volunteers who shared the dream of promoting the Telugu language, art, and cultural heritage of the people in the Tampa Bay area and other parts of Florida. Since 1997, TAF has grown steadily and has been serving more than 500 families.” — Telugu Association of Florida, Tampa Bay
Virginia
“ASHA for Women is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support to South Asian women living in abusive marriages and homes. Created in 1989 by South Asians to circumvent many of the language, cultural, and social barriers that can stop many from seeking help, ASHA has helped hundreds of women and children move on to lead safer, happier lives.” — ASHA for Women
Asian American Society of Central Virginia
“The Asian American Society of Central Virginia promotes, strengthens and enhances relationships among the Asian communities as well as the Central Virginia Region by creating awareness and understanding of Asian American interests through leadership and advocacy.” — Asian American Society of Central Virginia
Asian/Pacific Islander Domestic Violence Resource Project
“Since 1996, the Asian/Pacific Islander Domestic Violence Resource Project (DVRP) has provided services to survivors of domestic violence in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia. It is an organization that was founded by survivors and continues to be survivor-led and driven. Our mission is to address, prevent and end domestic violence and sexual assault in Asian/Pacific Islander communities while empowering survivors to rebuild their lives after abuse.” — Asian/Pacific Islander Domestic Violence Resource Project
“Presently, BPSOS has come full-circle by expanding its international initiatives to provide assistance to victims of human rights violations in Vietnam, protecting Vietnamese asylum seekers in neighboring countries and rescuing victims of human trafficking around the globe.” — Boat People SOS
“Kaveri is a cultural organization representing the Kannada speaking people from Karnataka State India, who have settled in Maryland-Washington D.C-Virginia area. The Purpose of the organization is to propagate Kannada language, culture, music, dance, and drama among the Kannada speaking people.” — Kaveri Kannada Association
Korean Community Service Center of Greater Washington
“KCSC’s mission is to assist and empower Asian Americans and new immigrants to become well-adjusted and fully contributing members of the United States through social services, education, advocacy, and development of resources.” — Korean Community Service Center of Greater Washington
Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce
“The Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to promote and facilitate the success of our members, the Asian American Pacific American businesses, other diverse businesses and the communities they serve through networking, outreach, advocacy, and education.” — Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce
Pennsylvania
Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia
“Asian AACCGP is organized to serve Asian businesses. We will provide variety of services to our membership. We will pursue opportunities for Asian businesses in the main stream. We will be the liaison to corporations to access Asian American Businesses and Asian market.” — Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia
“For more than three decades, AAU has worked in Philadelphia’s Asian American communities and in broader multiracial coalitions around quality education, youth leadership, anti-Asian violence, immigrant rights, neighborhood development, and folk arts and cultural maintenance.” — Asian Americans United
“Located in Philadelphia’s Chinatown North, Asian Arts Initiative is a multidisciplinary arts center offering exhibitions, performances, artist residencies, youth workshops, and a community gathering space. Here, all of us can view and create art that reflects our lives, and think critically, creatively about the future we want to build for our communities.” — Asian Arts Initiative
Asian Community Health Coalition
“The mission of the Asian Community Health Coalition (ACHC) is to eliminate health disparities in chronic illnesses, infectious diseases and mental health by reducing risk factors, promoting healthy lifestyles and applying evidence-based and culturally appropriate strategies and programs in diverse communities.” — Asian Community Health Coalition
“The Asian Mosaic Fund Giving Circle is a diverse group of multi-generational supporters committed to advancing the well-being of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in Greater Philadelphia. We envision flourishing AAPI communities made up of safe, thriving, and diverse sectors, strengthened by dynamic leadership that empowers community members to fully participate in all aspects of society.” — Asian Mosaic Fund
Cambodian American Girls Empowering
“CAGE’s mission is to create a safe space where Khmer Americans feel safe and free to explore and/or learn more about their shared identities, culture, heritage, and history. We seek to foster a group of individuals who use art as activism to foster power in each other, ourselves, and our shared communities.” — Cambodian American Girls Empowering
Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia, Inc.
“The mission of the Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia is to improve the quality of life of Cambodian Americans in Greater Philadelphia through direct service, advocacy and cultural education.” — Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia, Inc.
Chinese Cultural & Arts Institute
“[Mission:] To help facilitate and nurture an understanding between the oldest culture in the world and the United States American Culture. The CCAI helps to broaden this understanding through the exchange of cultural arts between the two societies.” — Chinese Cultural & Arts Institute
Chinese Immigrant Family Wellness Initiative
“The Chinese Immigrant Families Wellness Initiative (CIFWI) is a wellness program under the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation (PCDC). Launched in 2020, CIFWI partners with trusted local mental health professionals and community workers to cultivate a culture of care at the family and community levels.” — Chinese Immigrant Family Wellness Initiative
“Penn Asian Senior Services is the largest provider of linguistically-attuned senior services for Asian and other limited English proficient (LEP) older adults in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Since our founding in 2004, PASSi has been committed to ensuring that seniors receive the care and support they need to live independently in the community in their chosen language.” — Penn Asoan Senior Services
“Philadelphia Asian & Queer (PAQ) is a volunteer, social organization that strives to engage queer (LGBTQIA+), Asian Pacific Islander (API) folx within the greater Philadelphia area. Through a range of advocacy, social and supportive programming, we commit to building and uniting our collective voices as a queer, API community.” — Philadelphia Asian & Queer
Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival
“The Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival aims to serve as a platform to showcase and celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander diaspora storytellers and their works. In order to build a more inclusive and informed community, we collaborate with other like-minded organizations that support this mission.” — Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival
Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation
“Over the past 50 years, PCDC has led residents and friends of Chinatown in defending Chinatown’s right to exist. PCDC has fought against and worked with government and private developers to protect Chinatown and to promote this unique cultural treasure within Philadelphia…But PCDC is not primarily about opposing harmful developments, but about fostering a community that people will want to live in, visit, work in and care about.” — Philadelphia Chinatown Development Coporation
South Asian Association of Lancaster
“SAAL’s mission is to work with the community members and businesses to make a positive impact in our community while promoting the South Asian cultural heritage through activities of mutual interest.” — South Asian Association of Lancaster
Southeast Asian Mutual Assistance Association Coalition
“Mission[:] To support and serve immigrants and refugees and other politically, socially and economically marginalized communities as they seek to advance the condition of their lives in the United States.” — Southeast Asian Mutual Assistance Association Coalition
“VietLead, founded in September 2015, serves the Vietnamese and Southeast Asian communities in Philadelphia and South Jersey. As descendents of a people impacted by war and trauma, we understand that our community is at different places ideologically, emotionally, and materially, so we must meet our community where they are at and commit to direct services, education, advocacy, and organizing in order to build unity towards social justice.” — VietLead
Massachusetts
Asian American Civic Association
“Focused on economic self-sufficiency and participation in American society, AACA provides a range of services, including English classes, social services, job training, college preparation and a post-graduate retention program.” — Asian American Civic Association
“The AAC is a permanent body dedicated to advocacy on behalf of Asian Americans throughout Massachusetts. The Commission’s goal is to recognize and highlight the vital contributions of Asian Americans to the social, cultural, economic, and political life of the Commonwealth; to identify and address the needs and challenges facing residents of Asian ancestry; and to promote the well-being of this dynamic and diverse community, thereby advancing the interests of all persons who call Massachusetts home.” — Asian American Commission
Asian American Resource Workshop
“The Asian American Resource Workshop (AARW) is a political home for pan-Asian communities in Greater Boston. We are a member-led organization committed to building grassroots power through political education, creative expression, and issue-based and neighborhood organizing.” — Asian American Resource Workshop
Asian American Women’s Political Initiative
“We have a deep understanding that we, as Asian American women, are part of a wider community of people who believe in a more inclusive and democratic government. Ultimately, AAWPI’s vision is a movement to empower Asian American women that involves and strengthens us all.” — Asian American Women’s Political Initiative
Asian Community Development Corporation
“The Asian Community Development Corporation (ACDC) works in underserved and immigrant Asian American communities in the Greater Boston region to create and preserve affordable, sustainable, and healthy neighborhoods.” — Asian Community Development Coporation
Asian Sisters Participating in Reaching Excellence
“ASPIRE’s mission is to build and empower a community of Asian American women leaders through identity development, mentorship, and education.” — Asian Sisters Participating in Reaching Excellence
Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence
“ATASK is a nonprofit, community organization serving pan-Asian survivors of domestic and intimate partner violence. We provide services in Greater Boston and Greater Lowell and offer limited assistance in other cities throughout Massachusetts and New England.” — Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence
“Asian Women for Health (AWFH) is a peer-led, community-based network dedicated to advancing Asian women’s health and wellbeing through education, advocacy, and support.” — Asian Women for Health
Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center
“Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center (BCNC) empowers Asians and new immigrants to build healthy families, achieve greater economic success, and contribute to thriving communities by providing a broad range of innovative and family-centered programs and services to more than 13,000 children, youth, and adults every year.” — Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center
“Boston Korean Adoptees, Inc. is a non-profit, 501c(3) organization focused on building a community of adult adoptees with a connection to Korea in the greater Boston and New England area. Boston Korean Adoptees, Inc. also works to educate those in the larger community about the issues surrounding international adoption and transracial adoption.” — Boston Korea Adoptees
Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association of Greater Lowell, Inc.
“The Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association of Greater Lowell, Inc. (CMAA) was incorporated as a not-for-profit Massachusetts corporation in 1984. It has been granted 501(c) (3) status by the Internal Revenue Service. CMAA has a unique corporate structure in that its “owners” are the members of the Cambodian community of Lowell.” — Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association of Greater Lowell, Inc.
“Chinatown Main Street oversees some beautification programs of the districts, recruiting new businesses, retaining and strengthening existing businesses, and drawing people into the districts to shop and recreate.” — Chinatown Main Street
“Our Mission[:] To promote intercultural harmony, strengthen diverse communities and build bridges between American and Chinese people through interactive educational programs and arts in schools, libraries, museums and community centers throughout New England.” — Chinese Culture Connection
Chinese Historical Society of New England
“In a society increasingly marked by diversity – or fragmentation, as some would argue, the CHSNE seeks to provide forums and opportunities that will promote cross-cultural understanding and mutual respect. Above all, by rediscovering the achievements of Chinese immigrants and reaffirming the value of personal trials and triumphs, the CHSNE intend to provide a healing place and a common ground for collective celebration and rejuvenation.” — Chinese Historical Society of New England
Chinese Progressive Association
“The Chinese Progressive Association is a grassroots community organization which works for full equality and empowerment of the Chinese community in the Greater Boston area and beyond. Our activities seek to improve the living and working conditions of Chinese Americans and to involve ordinary community members in making decisions that affect our lives.” — Chinese Progressive Association
Greater Boston Chinese Golden Age Center
“The Mission of Greater Boston Chinese Golden Age Center is to promote the general welfare of Asian elders. It is committed to advocate on behalf of Chinese-speaking Asian seniors and enable them to access its comprehensive network of culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate programs and services and enhance their quality of life.” — Greater Boston Chinese Golden Age Center
India Association of Greater Boston
“IAGB is an Indian American community organization dedicated to civic, community, social and cultural causes. ‘IAGB strives to foster a strong Indian American social, cultural and community presence in New England.’” — Indian Association of Greater Boston
Massachusetts Asian + Pacific Islanders for Health
“Over the 25+ years since Massachusetts Asian + Pacific Islanders (MAP) for Health’s inception, the API community in Boston has grown to comprise nearly 10% of the city’s total population. We continue to provide health counseling and support, referral and screening services, and general health promotion and advocacy for APIs in the Boston metro area and beyond.” — Massachusetts Asian + Pacific Islanders for Health
“QARI’s mission is to foster and improve the social, cultural, economic and civic lives of immigrants and their families in order to benefit Quincy and its neighboring communities. Through collaborations and partnerships, we provide culturally competent services, such as workforce development, adult education programs, youth development, and cultural events as well as information and referrals to public or other community organizations.” — Quincy Asian Resources, Inc.
“Saheli is here to offer non-judgemental culturally sensitive domestic and sexual violence services that are vital to the wellbeing of immigrant survivors of domestic and sexual violence while keeping in mind their unique cultural beliefs and upbringing.” — Saheli
Vietnamese American Civic Association
“The Vietnamese-American Civic Association, Inc. (VACA) was established as a Mutual Assistance Association (MAA) in 1984 by Vietnamese refugees to aid Vietnamese refugees and immigrants. Located in the Fields Corner neighborhood of Dorchester, the heart of Boston’s Vietnamese community, our mission is to promote family self-sufficiency and well-being, and to facilitate community empowerment among the Vietnamese population of Greater Boston.” — Vietnamese American Civic Association
Vietnamese American Initiative for Development
“VietAID’s mission is to build a strong Vietnamese American community and a vibrant Fields Corner through the following measures: promoting civic engagement and community building; developing affordable housing and commercial space; providing small business technical assistance and micro-enterprise development; and offering high-quality child care services.” — Vietnamese American Initiative for Development
Maryland
Asian American Center of Frederick
“Our Mission[:] ‘To provide all immigrants with essential skills to be independent and successful contributors to our communities and society at large.’” — Asian American Center of Frederick
Asian American Youth Leadership Empowerment and Development
“AALEAD’s mission is to support low-income and underserved Asian Pacific American youth with educational empowerment, identity development, and leadership opportunities through after school, summer, and mentoring programs.” — Asian American Youth Leadership Empowerment and Development
Asian Pasifika Arts Collective
“The Asian Pasifika Arts Collective (APAC) is a Baltimore-based organization that uses art of all platforms to ensure that the stories of Asian Americans and Pacific Indigenous Americans are seen, heard and valued.” — Asian Pasifika Arts Collective
Association of Vietnamese Americans
“The Association of Vietnamese Americans (AVA), formerly known as Maryland Vietnamese Mutual Association (MVMA) is dedicated to advancing the Vietnamese American community in Washington Metropolitan area through direct services, advocacy, and education.” — Association of Vietnamese Americans
Chinese Culture and Community Service Center
“CCACC is a local non-profit organization focused on serving the needs of the Greater Washington community. We provide a wide variety of services and are composed of seven main departments that touch upon the different needs of community members.” — Chinese Culture and Community Service Center
Greater Washington Telugu Cultural Sangam
“Greater Washington Telugu Cultural Sangam (GWTCS) is a non-profit organization devoted to the awareness and promotion of Telugu Culture in the Greater Washington Area. GWTCS celebrates various Telugu Festivals annually and encourages participation by members.” — Greater Washington Telugu Cultural Sangam
“The Islamic Center of Maryland (ICM) is a 501-C3 non-profit organization with an operational philosophy based on the Holy Qur’an and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Muslim families who visit ICM work toward fulfilling their religious obligations and striving for spiritual, intellectual, social and economic well-being.” — Islamic Center of Maryland
“Kairali of Baltimore is registered in the state of Maryland with a focus for promoting the cultural awareness and social activities primarily among the Asian-Indians living in and around the Baltimore, Maryland region (Washington D.C, Northern Virginia, and Delaware).” — Kairali of Baltimore
Georgia
“The Asian American Advocacy Fund’s mission is to advocate for the civil and human rights of Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Native Hawaiians in Georgia. Through a combination of policy advocacy at local, state, and federal levels, and by supporting candidates that believe in our values, we fight to create a better Georgia for us all.” — Asian American Advocacy Fund
Asian American Resource Center
“Here at Asian American Resource Center, we know that sometimes all it takes to impact lives is a little support. We’re here to lend a hand, offer assistance, and be a voice of reason for those who need it. Since the beginning of our non-profit organization in 1997, we’ve worked hard to take care of the neediest members of our community. Join us and get into the habit of giving, because it truly does make the world a better place.” — Asian American Resource Center
“Atlanta Asian Film Festival is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating the Atlanta community about the rich diversity of Asian Pacific culture through films and movies. Our goal is to create an annual consciousness-raising celebration of Asian American cultures through educational and informative films in an entertaining context.” — Atlanta Asian Film Festival
“Atlanta Bengali Forum (est. 2001) is a non-profit cultural organization of Bengalis in Georgia and around the United States. Our goal is to foster a spirit of family, friendship, diversity and community between its members through social and community activities, sports events, musical gatherings and religious festivals.” — Atlanta Bengali Forum
Cambodian American Association of Georgia
“CAAG is the machine that drives and moves Cambodian to the forefront on the international stage; to be recognized among other Asian American[s].” — Cambodian American Association of Georgia
Center for Pan Asian Community Services
“Center for Pan Asian Community Services (CPACS) is a nonprofit organization located in Atlanta, Georgia. Our mission is to promote self-sufficiency and equity for immigrants, refugees, and the underprivileged through comprehensive health and social services, capacity building, and advocacy.” — Center for Pan Asian Community Services
Filipino-American Association of Greater Atlanta
“The Fil-Am Association is not only a socio-civic organization but has also been an institution, which promotes the Philippine tradition and culture here in Georgia.” — Filipino-American Association of Greater Atlanta
Georgia Indo-American Chamber of Commerce
“The Georgia Indo-American Chamber of Commerce protects, develops, encourages, promotes and fosters trade, business, financial or professional interests and commercial relations between India and the United States, including specifically Georgia.” — Georgia Indo-American Chamber of Commerce
“GATS is devoted to preserve and promote our rich Tamil heritage and to foster understanding, friendship, goodwill and appreciation between Tamil-speaking people and various cross-sections of the people of Georgia.” — Greater Atlanta Tamil Sangam
India American Cultural Association
“IACA’s mission is to create a bondage among the expatriate Indians, their kids and the American public. This is achieved by preserving the best of Indian culture while creating mutual respect for both cultures based on American values of freedom, individual liberty and pursuit of happiness.” — India American Cultural Association
Korean American Coalition Metro Atlanta
“Korean American Coalition Metro Atlanta (KAC Metro Atlanta) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan community advocacy organization dedicated to service for the enhancement and benefit of the Korean American community in Georgia. Our mission is to educate and empower the Korean American community in order to encourage participation in civic affairs and to create partnerships among community members.” — Korean American Coaliton Metro Atlanta
“We are one big family of Maharashtrians living in Atlanta area. We are proud to inherit and preserve Maharashtrian culture through various activities throughout the year. Our mission is to promote cultural ties between people of Atlanta (USA) and Maharashtra (India), promote events and activities that help maintain the cultural heritage of Maharashtra.” — Maharashtra Mandal of Atlanta
“Pujari’s mission is to serve individuals and families in the communities in Georgia and neighboring states. Drawing strengths from our diversity, resources, and experiences, we promote cultural events and are advocates for continuous learning and development of our next generation.” — Pujari Atlanta
“With approximately 150,000 South Asians in the metropolitan Atlanta area, Raksha’s mission is to promote a stronger and healthier community through free and confidential support services, education, and advocacy. Raksha strives to be a source of support for all South Asians who may need support.” — Raksha
Telugu Association of Metro Atlanta
“Telugu Association of Metro Atlanta (TAMA) was formed in 1981. Over the years it has grown and has become an integral part of Telugu Community in Metro Atlanta and an active participant of Indian community events like ‘Festival of India’ held to commemorate India’s Independence Day.” — Telugu Association of Metro Atlanta
Michigan
Asian & Pacific Islander American Vote Michigan
“APIAVote-Michigan is a 501(c)3 nonpartisan organization committed to justice and equity for the Asian American community through grassroots mobilization, civic engagement, leadership development, and coalition building.” — Asian & Pacific Islander American Vote Michigan
Association of Chinese Americans
“In its 49 years of existence, ACA has strived to promote the general welfare of Chinese Americans and the Asian Pacific American community by supporting youth education, enhancing the lives of older adults and adults with disabilities, and reducing health disparities.” — Association of Chinese Americans
Detroit Chinese Business Association
“The Detroit Chinese Business Association (DCBA) is a Michigan based non-profit organization. Founded in 1995, DCBA primarily aims to foster a bilateral business relationship between U.S. and Chinese companies. Leveraging DCBA’s services is the most effective way of doing business between Michigan and China.” — Detroit Chinese Business Association
“Mai Family Services was established in 1986 to provide assistance to Asian Indian families and individuals in need. Since it was formed, Mai Family Services has expanded to offer services to all South Asians in Michigan.” — Mai Family Services
West Michigan Asian American Association
“MISSION: Establishing connections. Enriching lives. Making a difference. In the Asian American Community in West Michigan.” — West Michigan Asian American Association
North Carolina
“Asian Focus is a non-profit (501c3) organization formed to promote, sponsor and support programs to help Asian Americans and immigrants of all generations. We strive to help individuals and their families address the daily cultural and linguistic challenges to better acclimate into American society.” — Asian Focus
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Bengali Association of North Carolina
“Bengali Association of North Carolina (BANC) is a cultural, charitable, social, nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Bengali culture, education and social activities in and around the state of North Carolina.” — Bengali Association of North Carolina
Carolinas Asian-American Chamber of Commerce
“The Carolinas Asian American Chamber of Commerce exists to foster cooperation and interaction within the Asian communities and between the community at large in Charlotte and the Carolinas for the betterment of commerce, culture and communication.” — Carolinas Asian-American Chamber of Commerce
“Kiran’s mission is to end the cycle of abuse and to serve and empower South Asian victims of domestic violence in North Carolina by providing culturally specific services and comprehensive economic, social and community resources.” — Kiran
Nepal Center of North Carolina, Inc.
“NCNC is a 501c status non-profit organization in North Carolina. Since its inception in 1999, NCNC has hosted many cultural and social events and activities.” — Nepal Center of North Carolina, Inc.
“The Club’s major goal is to foster deeper cultural understandings between Japanese and Americans. To achieve this goal, the Club promotes US-Japan cultural exchange and conducts local service activities. The Club also aims to provide practical information for Japanese who live in this area.” — Nippon Club of the Triangle
North Carolina Asian Americans Together
“North Carolina Asian Americans Together (NCAAT) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to supporting equity and justice for all by fostering community among Asian Americans and allies in North Carolina through civic engagement, leadership development, grassroots mobilization and political participation.” — North Carolina Asian Americans Together
North Carolina Chinese Business Association
“As a premier nonprofit charitable and educational business organization, the North Carolina Chinese Business Association (NCCBA)’s mission is to represent, serve, and promote the common interests of our membership and the North Carolina Chinese business community, with an emphasis in promoting entrepreneurial and corporate development in the fields of science and technology.” — North Carolina Chinese Business Association
Philippine American Association of North Carolina
“PAANC is the first duly-registered 501c3 tax exempt non-profit Filipino American organization in the state of North Carolina. The organization is comprised primarily of Filipino Americans residing in and around the Triangle who share a common vision.” — Philippine American Association of North Carolina
Triangle Area Chinese American Society
“The mission of TACAS is to foster Chinese American cultural exchange, promote Chinese language and cultural education, and to serve the community.” ‚ Triangle Area Chinese American Society
Triangle Area Telugu Association
“Triangle Area Telugu Association of NC is a non-profit organization with a mission to build a vibrant Telugu community and promote Telugu Culture and language in the Triangle Area of North Carolina.” — Triangle Area Telugu Association
“The purpose of VHF is to provide a helping hands to forgotten poor and disabled people in Vietnam, especially old disabled RVN veterans and orphans. We concentrate our effort to help those who do not receive any assistance from the government or other charity organizations.” — Vietnam Healing Foundation
Minnesota
“AK Connection supports adult Korean-Adoptees as whole people; we celebrate the trans-racial/transnational adoption experience as a unique cultural community. We provide cultural, educational, and social programming for adult Korean-Adoptees, their families, and their communities. All programming is planned by Korean-Adoptees for OUR community.” — AK Connection
Asian American Organizing Project
“Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) are the fastest growing population in Minnesota with over 250,000. AAOP is committed to advancing the AAPI community through grassroots organizing with a comprehensive approach to addressing AAPI barriers and issues in Minnesota.” — Asian American Organizing Project
“The mission of Asian Media Access is to connect the disconnected, and is dedicated to using multimedia arts, technology and community organizing as tools for social betterment.” — Asian Media Access
Asian Minnesotan Alliance for Justice
“The Asian Minnesotan Alliance for Justice (AMAJ) was formed in May 2020 after the murder of George Floyd under police custody and the rise of anti-Asian racism due to the COVID-19 pandemic…Using the solidarity framework detailed in this document, AMAJ seeks to mend the social divides and fight the inequities that are both rooted in white supremacy and that are exacerbated by the pandemic.” — Asian Minnesotan Alliance for Justice
Association of Nepalis in Minnesota
“Our mission is to build, preserve and promote an enthusiastic, active and supportive community among the Nepalese and friends of Nepal in the State of Minnesota thus strengthening the bond of friendship and cooperation.” — Association of Nepalis in Minnesota
Center for Hmong Arts and Talent
“CHAT exists to nurture, explore & illuminate the Hmong American experience through artistic expressions.” — Center for Hmong Arts and Talent
Chinese American Association of Minnesota
“CAAM is non-profit and non-partisan with the mission to provide cultural, educational, recreational, and other programs to promote the cultural heritage and enhance the quality of life of Chinese Americans in Minnesota. This mission is being carried out through CAAM’s community service programs and by its CAAM/Twin Cities Chinese Language School and its CAAM Chinese Dance Theater.” — Chinese American Association of Minnesota
Coalition of Asian-American Leaders
“Today, we are a social justice network of leaders with a mission to harness our collective power to improve the lives of community by connecting, learning, and acting together.” — Coalition of Asian-American Leaders
“Our organization is proud to celebrate 66 years of service to the Filipino Minnesotan community. We have dedicated our service to bringing Philippine culture and heritage and continue to serve over 14,000 Filipino Minnesotans statewide.” — Fil-Minnesotan Association
Filipinx for Immigrant Rights & Racial Justice Minnesota
“Filipinx for Immigrant Rights and Racial Justice Minnesota (FIRM) is a non-profit and non-partisan organization founded in 2016 by a group of Filipinx community leaders in response to the rise in anti-immigrant rhetoric and bigotry against marginalized communities.” — Filipinx for Immigrant Rights & Racial Justice Minnesota
“Nyob zoo and welcome to Hmong Arts, Books & Crafts: The First Hmong Bookstore (easily known as Hmong ABC). At Hmong ABC, we are dedicated to preserving and promoting the Hmong people through our large collections of Hmong arts, books and crafts.” — Hmong ABC
“HAP is a nonprofit social service and community development organization that addresses the needs of more than 25,000 immigrants and refugees across the Twin Cities. We provide support through culturally sensitive programs in five key impact areas: Workforce Development, Economic and Community Development, Children and Family Services, Health and Wellness, and Social Enterprises.” — Hmong American Partnership
“Hmong Cultural Center uses art and education to promote positive race relations in the Twin Cities community. We are the only non-profit in Minnesota that focuses on sustaining and teaching about Hmong culture through multicultural education and cultural arts programs.” — Hmong Cultural Center
India Association of Minnesota
“A non-profit organization that has straddled over four decades of community service since its inception in 1973, India Association of Minnesota (IAM) aims to build a strong and cohesive community of over 50,000-strong Asian Indians in the state of Minnesota.” — India Association of Minnesota
Japan America Society of Minnesota
“JASM provides a place where both individuals and businesses are able to engage in cultural activities, meet others with an interest in Japan, form new business relationships, learn, and build mutual respect between Japan and America.” — Japan America Society of Minnesota
Karen Organization of Minnesota
“The Karen Organization of Minnesota is the first social services agency in the country founded by Karen refugees from Burma. We offer a variety of programs to help refugees transition to life in a new country and achieve their goals. We also provide resources to help organizations learn how to work with this growing community.” — Karen Organization of Minnesota
Korean American Association of Minnesota
“KAAM Visions[:] Promote Korean Identity to the Next Generation. Build Cooperative Relationships with Various Korean American Organizations. Strengthen the Unity of Korean Americans in Minnesota. Establish a Korean Cultural Center for Future Generations.” — Korean American Association of Minnesota
Minnesota Sri Lanka Friendship Foundation
“The Minnesota Sri Lanka Friendship Foundation is an organization dedicated to the promotion of social, cultural, educational and economic ties between the people of Minnesota, USA and the people of Sri Lanka.” — Minnesota Sri Lanka Friendship Foundation
“Formed in 2004, SEWA-AIFW is a non-governmental, nonprofit 501c3 organization committed to bringing total family wellness to the South Asian Indian community.” — Sewa-Aifw
“Theater Mu produces great performances born of arts, equity, and justice from the heart of the Asian American experience.” — Theater Mu
Vietnamese Social Services of Minnesota
“At Vietnamese Social Services Our Mission Is to maintain the identity of the Minnesota Vietnamese community while addressing the basic economic, educational, and health needs of refugees and immigrants statewide while promoting healthy and thriving communities.” — Vietnamese Social Services of Minnesota
Nevada
Asian Community Development Council
“The mission of the Asian Community Development Council (ACDC) is to improve the general well-being and education of the Asian, Pacific Islander and other ethnic communities in Nevada. The ACDC will promote, foster, champion and advocate for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the greater Nevada community.” — Asian Community Development Council
Asian Community Resource Center
“ACRC provides a range of assistance to Asian Pacific Islanders to work in partnership with the state, community, and other agencies in human, economic development services, and health and wellness activities. One of ACRC’s goal is to increase the capacity of these individuals and families to become self-sufficient, help revitalize their community, and build stability so that they become able to create their own opportunities.” — Asian Community Resource Center
Chinese Association of Northern Nevada
“The Chinese Association of Northern Nevada (CANN) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization aiming to facilitate cross-cultural exchanges and provide assistance to all members of our community through educational, recreational, and social service programs.” — Chinese Association of Northern Nevada
Japan America Society of Nevada
“We want to enhance the understanding of Japan, its people, culture, politics and economics in Nevada. That’s why we are advancing awareness of Nevada in Japan and within the Japanese community abroad. By doing this, we’re creating meaningful interaction between Nevadans and Japanese.” — Japan America Society of Nevada
Korean American Chamber of Commerce, Nevada
“Formed in 2005, the Korean American Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization that supports, promotes and fosters business, educational and cultural relationships within the Southern Nevada community.” — Korean American Chamber of Commerce, Nevada
Southern Nevada Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society
“The Southern Nevada Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society (SNAPIQS) serves all Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi American of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions (SOGI/E or LGBT*) in the Southern Nevada region. Through social and cultural activities, education, mentorship, awareness, and advocacy, we aim to create an inclusive, affirming, and empowering community.” — Southern Nevada Asian Pacific Isalander Queer Society
Ohio
“The Asian-American Commerce Group (AACG) is a non-profit organization registered with the Ohio Secretary of the State. AACG was formed in 1993 to foster better communication among the diverse Asian American business community and the public sector.” — Asian American Commerce Group
Asian American Community Services
“Asian American Community Services (AACS) is the premier non-profit community-based organization serving the needs of Asian, Asian American and Pacific Islanders in Central Ohio. Since 1976, AACS has led efforts to empower and develop the local Asian community through its expansive and proactive programs and services.” — Asian American Community Services
“ACA is guided by a Board of Directors, which represents the citizenry who reside in the Cincinnati area from many different Asian countries. ACA has communicated with diverse community groups, engaged leaders within distinct populations, established credibility, and developed shared goals and objectives among the participating Asian neighborhoods, churches, temples, and civic groups.” — Asian Community Alliance
“Asian Services In Action, Inc. (ASIA) was founded in 1995 by four women who sought to improve the quality of life for Asians in Northeast Ohio. Today, the organization is the largest Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) focused health and social services 501(c)(3) organization in the State of Ohio. ASIA has taken on the most challenging tasks to help the underserved, low-income, and immigrant communities across the state.” — Asian Services in Action
Association of Asian Indian Women in Ohio
“AAIWO is an 501(c) (3) non-profit organization for Asian Indian women promoting professional development and education through scholarships and cultural outreach programs.” — Association of Asian Indian Women in Ohio
Chinese Association of Greater Toledo
“The Chinese Association of Greater Toledo, established in 1965, is a non-profit organization 501(c)(3) with a clear mission of promoting Chinese culture, tradition, language and business in the region; passing on our proud heritage to the local community; and providing community support programs to the members as well as other groups in the area.” — Chinese Association of Greater Toledo
Dayton Association of Chinese Americans
“The Dayton Association of Chinese Americans (DACA) is a non-profit organization located in Dayton, Ohio. DACA was formed in 1973 to promote the social, cultural, and educational well-being of the Chinese American residents of Greater Dayton; to promote cultural understanding between the Chinese American residents of Greater Dayton and Greater Dayton Community, and to enrich the Greater Dayton Community by rendering those special services of a cultural or social nature that our Chinese heritage makes us especially capable of rendering.” — Dayton Association of Chinese Americans
“The objectives of the India Club are: To promote the welfare and assimilation of Asian Indians of greater Dayton and vicinity; To sustain and perpetuate the heritage and culture of India; To centralize resources, energies and talents for general betterment of Asian Indians; To promote educational, literacy, and cultural activities; To disseminate information and foster amiable attitudes among the various cultural groups for better understanding and cooperation; To raise funds for specified welfare projects.” — India Club of Greater Dayton
Ohio Asian American Health Coalition
“The Ohio Asian American Health Coalition was established in 2002, with the goal of supporting health initiatives of member organizations, promoting research and education to address health disparities, and advocating for improved access to personalized, culturally and linguistically competent healthcare.” — Ohio Asian American Health Coalition
OPAWL – Building AAPI Feminist Leadership in Ohio
“Founded in Central Ohio in 2016, OPAWL is a grassroots member-led community organization dedicated to social justice. We are building a strong intersectional feminist community with the purpose of building power and progressive leadership in Ohio.” — OPAWL – Building AAPI Feminist Leadership in Ohio
Arizona
Arizona Asian American Association
“The Arizona Asian American Association shall enhance unity, bring awareness to the public of cultural diversity, and address relevant issues, thereby strengthening the relationship between Asian Americans and the community at large.” — Arizona Asian American Association
Arizona Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Advocates
“Arizona Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Advocates (AZ AANHPI Advocates) mission is to empower and engage the Arizona AANHPI community, encouraging civic engagement and educate the community on relevant public policies, to facilitate the creation of an equitable society and inclusive democracy.” — Arizona Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Advocates
Arizona Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander for Equity Coalition
“The Arizona AANHPI for Equity Coalition mission is to ensure that the AANHPI and other marginalized communities are a part of the decision making process and garner the appropriate resources for the population in need. We will ensure the development of nuanced solutions to both AANHPI and broader community issues pertaining to census count and voter engagement.” — Arizona Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander for Equity Coalition
Asian Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
“Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, the Asian Chamber of Commerce Incorporated is passionately dedicated to serving the Arizona Asian American & Pacific Islander community.” — Asian Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
Asian Pacific Community in Action
“APCA was formed in 2002…to meet the health related needs of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AA and NHPI) individuals and families residing in Arizona. Our vision is to inspire diverse communities to seek healthier futures. Our mission is to provide services, advocacy and education for diverse communities resulting in a healthier and more empowered population seeking good health.” — Asian Pacific Community in Action
“India Association of Phoenix is a non-profit volunteer umbrella organization that represents all sister organizations and non-profit organizations of the community of Indian heritage in the State of Arizona. Our Mission[:] To facilitate integration of the community of Indian heritage into our new homeland the United Sates of America, while upholding the highest democratic ideals and traditions embodied in the body politic of India and the United States.” — India Association of Phoenix
Oregon
“Asian Health and Service Center (AHSC) is a non-profit, 501(c) (3) organization that has served the Portland metro region since 1983. The mission of AHSC is to be the bridge between Asian and American culture and build a harmonious community. Our vision is to reduce health inequity and improve healthcare quality for all Asians.” — Asian Health & Service Center
Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon and SW Washington
“The Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon and SW Washington (APACC) serves as a resource for its members to network and to market their products and services. We bring together representatives from all types of businesses to create support for economic development and to ensure the prosperity of the diverse Asian Pacific American community.” — Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon and SW Washington
Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon
“The Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon is a statewide, grassroots organization, uniting Asians and Pacific Islanders to achieve social justice. We use our collective strengths to advance equity through empowering, organizing and advocating with our communities.” — Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon
Japan-America Society of Oregon
“JASO (ja-zo) is a member-based, volunteer-driven, non-profit organization consisting of corporations and individuals in Oregon and Southwest Washington. JASO was established in 1907, and is the 3rd oldest Japan America Society in the US. Our mission is to develop business and community by strengthening the US-Japan relationship.” — Japan-America Society of Oregon
Kalakendra: Society for the Performing Arts of India
“Kalakendra, Society for the Performing Arts of India, is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization formed in February, 1987 and incorporated in the State of Oregon. Kalakendra programs are drawn from centuries-old, culturally diverse performing art forms of India.” — Kalakendra: Society for the Performing Arts of India
Korean American Coalition Oregon
“KAC Oregon started in July 2014 with a mission to foster a strong Korean American community in Oregon by promoting Korean American participation in civic, legislative and community affairs through advocacy, community service, leadership development and cultural education.” — Korean American Coalition Oregon
“The Chinese American community has been part of the Portland area for over 150 years, and is an essential part of Portland and Pacific Northwest society today. The goals of the Northwest Chinese Alliance are to broaden public awareness and understanding of Chinese American history in the United States, to showcase traditional Chinese performing arts, and in general, to be a community resource.” — Northwest Chinese Alliance
“Our Vision[:] To build a connected and united Chinese community that embraces diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, political beliefs, and religious and cultural traditions.” — Oregon Chinese Coalition
Oregon Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association
“Oregon CCBA stands for Oregon Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association, is an organization for the Chinese community, serving all Chinese people living in the Portland and greater Oregon region through its education and cultural appreciation programs. The CCBA Building is a shared resource for all Chinese people, no matter where they come from. It[s] mission is to strengthen ties within the Chinese Community toward the common goal of improving the greater community as a whole.” — Oregon Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association
Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon
“The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon (PACCO) creates a positive impact on Filipino businesses and the Oregon Economy. We do this through our active, engaged and diverse members and board leaders…One of our most important tasks is preparing the next generation of Filipino leaders through our endowed scholarships, leadership training programs, board involvement and community volunteerism.” — Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon
“Portland Taiko blends the tradition of Japanese taiko drumming with a sense of Asian American identity, creativity, and empowerment…Portland Taiko performs throughout the Pacific Northwest, offers classes and workshops, and conducts team-building workshops for businesses and community groups. Portland Taiko is eager to share its artistry and educational programs throughout the greater Portland community and the country.” — Portland Taiko
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