The Back to School fundraiser supports Catalyst SGV Adopt a School Program Enrichment Classes (Cooking, Financial Literacy, Gardening, etc.)
Donations will be matched (up to $5K) through the generosity of a family foundation.
Summer of Healing is a free, six-day mental health program designed to empower youth through connection, self-discovery, and healing. Using SIPA's Walang Hiya curriculum, participants will explore topics like identity, emotional wellness, healthy coping strategies, and breaking the stigma surrounding mental health in a supportive and welcoming environment. Through interactive activities, group discussions, and creative reflection, you'll gain tools to care for yourself while building meaningful connections with others. Whether you're looking to grow, learn, or simply find a space where you belong, Summer of Healing is here for you!
Experience an unforgettable evening with the Chinese American Museum on Thursday, July 16 at 7:00 PM at the historic Pico House (424 N. Main St.) for “Holy Shiitake! A Wok Star is Born”, a hilarious and heartfelt one‑woman show starring celebrity chef Katie Chin. Join us for an hour of laughter, inspiration, and deliciously told tales.
What do a Saudi princess, a fraudulent client, rolling blackouts in India, surviving Covid, and hiring a CEO all have in common?
Over the past 15 years, Kevin Felix Chan has grown Best Delegate from a simple blog into a global education company serving students in more than 20 countries. Along the way, those moments - and many others- taught lessons that completely changed how he thinks about entrepreneurship.
Join Kevin for a fun, story-driven session about the unexpected moments that shaped his entrepreneurial journey. Whether you're starting out or scaling your business, you'll leave with fresh perspectives on building a business that supports the life you want to design.
Join us in Alhambra for a lively, heartfelt panel featuring API fathers of trans kids, presented with a grant from NQAPIA. This conversation will make space for honesty, humor, and real stories about parenting, learning, showing up, and loving your kid out loud. Expect a warm, welcoming vibe and a chance to hear perspectives that are too often missing from the room.
Whether you are a parent, family member, friend, educator, or simply want to listen and learn, you are invited. Come for a meaningful program of reflection, connection, and conversation with dads who are navigating identity, culture, family, and support in thoughtful and deeply personal ways. Of course, there will be delicious Asian food to share because that's our love language!
If you haven't been to PFLAG San Gabriel Valley API meetings before, we will share the address as the date gets closer.
Preparing for a pitch competition goes beyond perfecting your slides. It is about telling a compelling story, communicating your vision, and confidently showcasing the value of your business.
Join ACE NextGen for an insightful conversation featuring entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated pitch competitions. Learn practical tips, strategies, and lessons from founders who have competed on major platforms and gained valuable exposure for their businesses.
Featured Speakers
Lena Chao
Founder, Clean Circle Skin
Lena Chao is the Founder of Clean Circle, a sustainable beauty brand redefining self-care through environmentally responsible products inspired by heritage ingredients. Throughout her entrepreneurial journey, Lena has earned recognition in numerous pitch competitions, winning the Jenny Jing Zhu Collective Social Good Beauty Brand Award, Trailblazers Women Innovators Pitch Competition, and the BeautyMatter Lubrizol Grant for Emerging Beauty Brand. She was also named a finalist in the Tower 28 Clean Beauty Summer School for Emerging Beauty Brands. Her experience pitching on competitive stages has provided valuable insights into building a compelling founder story, communicating impact, and standing out in front of judges and investors.
Youngwon Lee
Founder & Chief, Dokkaebi
Youngwon Lee will share lessons from his experience with Walmart Road to Open Call, offering guidance on preparing for competitive opportunities, refining your pitch, and leveraging these platforms to grow your business.
Hedy Yu
Co-founder, Rooted Fare
Hedy Yu co-founded Rooted Fare, bootstrapping the Chinese-American black sesame butter brand to $1M in five years with no prior industry experience, earning her a spot on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list and the Crunchy Black Sesame Butter in Food & Wine, Good Morning America, and more. Rooted Fare was also one of the finalists for the Trailblazers Women Innovators Pitch Competition. With a self-designed degree and a Digital Marketing Certificate from UC Berkeley, she specializes in GTM strategy, brand positioning, and naming. Hedy will share insights on go-to-market strategy, brand positioning, and how founders can communicate their value clearly when pitching to judges, partners, and customers.
Moderator
Soo Jin Lee, LMFT
Soo Jin Lee is the Executive Director of Yellow Chair Collective and Co-founder of Entwine Community. As an Asian immigrant, licensed marriage and family therapist, and mental health advocate, she brings a thoughtful perspective on leadership, identity, entrepreneurship, and belonging. She is also the co-author of Where I Belong, which explores the intersection of culture, belonging, and personal growth. Yellow Chair Collective was also a past finalist for Trailblazers Women Innovators Pitch Competition.
Whether you are preparing for your first pitch competition or looking to strengthen your approach, this conversation will provide valuable insights to help you present your business with confidence.
Larry Wu is the founder of WUJU Foods, a brand dedicated to bringing bold Asian-inspired flavors to everyday kitchens. Growing up in a family of restaurateurs, he developed a deep appreciation for food as a bridge between cultures and launched WUJU to expand that legacy through packaged foods.
Branding/positioning
Experience share on our rebranding journey, and how we found out that branding was our biggest core issue. This will hopefully provide insights into how you can avoid making the same mistake
Considerations for traditional retail, like positioning to them, new buyers/category managers, money hungry retailers
This session is open to Connect members.
A four-part workshop for intermediate business owners on building, optimizing, and scaling an Amazon eCommerce channel—from listings and ads to demand generation through social selling and TikTok Shop.
Amazon Advertising Fundamentals
An owner-friendly breakdown of Amazon ad options and a simple framework for launching and managing PPC in a way that drives growth while staying profitable.
While the regular rate for this session is $350, ACE NextGen Connect Members can attend for free.
Get ready for the TRAILBLAZERS: Women Innovators Pitch Competition, where awe-inspiring women entrepreneurs showcase their innovative ideas.
Date: August 20, 2026
Location: UCI Beall Applied Innovation @ the Cove
We’re looking for visionary women entrepreneurs who are shaking up industries and creating impact. Be one of the top finalists selected to pitch live in front of investors, corporate leaders, and a supportive community.
VIBRANT CULTURAL FESTIVAL in the heart of LA Chinatown!
The 2nd LA Hungry Ghost Festival honors the past and celebrates the present with traditional arts performances with a modern spin. Performances include: dragon and lion dance, zodiac and monkey king performances, kung fu demonstrations, fan dancers, local musicians, and more! We will also have an LA Hungry Ghost Festival Community Resource Fair! Tables will be provided in the shade of the brick Rec Center building that will be featuring a number of local Chinatown organizations,
Exploring Authentic Expression through Soundscape and Song is a free music therapy session led by Board Certified Music Therapists, Sarah Mori and Risa Isogawa. Through a series of active music making practices, soundscaping and creating a container of safety and belonging, we'll explore how to express our emotions through sound and storytelling. No prior music experience is necessary.
This FREE in-person workshop hosted at Groundfloor Echo Park is a 90-minute music therapy session. This workshop is geared toward Asian Women & Femmes as part of our offerings to support the mental health of Asian Women.
OCA-Greater Los Angeles is one of the non-monetary community partners for the Commemorating Vincent Chin event on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
Rather than the usual venue of the Chinese American Museum at El Pueblo, the event will take place in Rosemead. Please see the flyer.
We hope you can support by attending and informing your networks of this tragic event 44 years ago that ignited national outrage and galvanized a new generation of AAPI advocates.
The FACE 30th Homeownership Fair is a free, community-focused event designed to connect individuals and families with trusted resources, expert guidance, and a clear path to purchasing a home. Attendees will learn how they may qualify for up to $213,000 in down payment assistance, along with access to housing counselors, lenders, and educational workshops.
If your organization is interested in supporting outreach or volunteering, we welcome collaboration. If you or your network members are interested in attending, please be sure to register in advance.
Join for a night of art, culture, and community as we celebrate the next generation of AAPI voices.
The 2026 Make Noise Today Student Exhibition Launch brings this year’s theme, Echoes & Action: The AAPI Soul in a Changing World, to life through student artwork, live performances, and interactive experiences.
In celebration of AANHPI month, Terasaki Budokan is hosting this event to provide free, accessible, and inclusive play for all ages to explore sports, movement, and mental health. This will be a passport-style event, so attendees are encouraged to try all of the activities!
pLAy Day seeks to fulfill Budokan’s mission of providing a community space to serve youth, families, and seniors as they come together for intergenerational activities to create meaningful memories. At this event, everyone can gain exposure to new sports and activities that are not typically accessible or inclusive to them.
pLAy Day will also partner with trained mental health organizations to teach the importance of healthy play and coaching- something that is often neglected and ignored in sports spaces.
Please park in a surrounding lot or find street parking. See link below for a map of lots in the area and be sure to plan accordingly.
FIFTH ANNUAL AAPI LA MARKET, in collaboration with Smorgasburg LA on Sunday, May 17th from 10AM to 4PM at Smorgasburg LA.
Come for baked goods, savory bites, packaged goods, and merchandise crafted by talented local AAPI chefs, brands, and performers.
Bring your friends and immerse yourself in a day filled with live music, community activities, and all around good vibes.
Overview of common mental health challenges that seniors face, coping strategies, and mental health resources.
Join ACE NextGen, Sender One, Asian Climbing Collective, and FilipinUp for AAPI Night Market at Sender One LAX, a night of local vendors, music, Mock camps, raffles, and more to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month!
The AAPI Night Market will be taking place on Wednesday, May 13th, at Sender One LAX (11220 Hindry Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90045) from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
We have limited space available for vendors to table at the event. If you're interested in participating as a vendor, please complete the form below by end of day Monday May 4th and we will get back to you if you have been selected.
Asian Mental Health Project (AMHP) and Take Action LA 2026 are proud to present the fourth annual one-day festival, a day of community, care, and conversation centered on mental health in the Pan-Asian community.
Taking place during the month of May as a celebration of both AAPI Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, this free, all-ages community festival will feature panel discussions, interactive art and movement workshops, live music, community resources, and more in the heart of Little Tokyo, Los Angeles.
Asian Mental Health Project and Take Action Mental Health LA 2026 invite community members, especially youth and young adults, to join a virtual mental health experience, Honor Your Feelings Quest!
Enter Honor Your Feelings Quest and power up your mental health toolkit in real time. Each moment encourages you to reflect, create, respond, and level up your mental health toolkit, adding practices you can return to every day.
Complete the Quest and carry what you discover into Honor Your Feelings Fest the next day, where community gathers to celebrate, connect, and continue the conversation in person in Los Angeles, CA.
VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING
10am - Calm Compass: Morning Meditation
10:20am - Quest to De-stress: Stress Management Tools by Jennifer Tarm, PsyD
11:00am - Youth Innovation Quest ft. Michelle Garcia from Thriving Asians
11:30am - Digital Wellness with JED Foundation
12:00pm - Mindful Doodles Stretch and Sketch with Serena Au, MA, OTR/L and Makayla Lui
Attendees who complete the Quest are also invited to continue the experience at Honor Your Feelings Fest the following day, a free, all-ages, in-person gathering focused on connection, celebration, and community care in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles.
5月1日為國際勞動節，歡迎於5月2日及5月5日參加華埠服務中心舉辦的勞動權益工作坊及電影放映活動。歡迎各年齡層的家庭一同參與！
活動開始時，我們將舉辦一場內容豐富的工作坊，介紹職場權益及本地資源，提供實用資訊。隨後將放映一部展現勞動者幽默、奮鬥與精神的社區電影。無論您是想了解自身權益，或是與家人朋友一同欣賞精彩影片，都歡迎前來參與。在這個充滿意義的夜晚，透過電影、交流與社區互動，建立彼此的連結。
As May 1 is International Workers’ Day, join Chinatown Service Center on 5/2 and 5/5 for a Labor Rights Workshop and film screening. Families of all ages are welcome!
We’ll kick things off with an insightful workshop providing a practical introduction to workplace rights and local resources, followed by a community movie screening celebrating the humor, struggles, and spirit of the workforce. Whether you're looking to learn about your rights or simply enjoy a great film with family and friends, come watch, learn, and connect at this empowering evening of film, conversation, and community.
Maitri, an aspiring travel blogger who shares a home with her mother in their Indian apartment block, is stuck. She is struggling to find an audience for her travel-centric YouTube channel, her mother disapproves of her career path, and she’s still working through unresolved grief after the loss of her father. Thinking it will make good content, Maitri tags along with her mother and their neighbors, trusted landlord Rajesh and his wife, to a temple during the Navratri festival. When Maitri is groped by Rajesh on the way to the festival, she feels shocked, furious and lonely and impulsively decides to take retributive steps, setting off a chain of events that rocks her tight-knight community.
Join for a special outdoor screening of KPop Demon Hunters in celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Jane and Bert Boeckmann Park. Vendor booths open at 6:00pm, with the movie beginning at 7:45pm. Free admission and free popcorn. Lawn chairs and blankets encouraged
As May 1 is International Workers’ Day, join Chinatown Service Center on 5/2 and 5/5 for a Labor Rights Workshop and film screening. Families of all ages are welcome!
We’ll kick things off with an insightful workshop providing a practical introduction to workplace rights and local resources, followed by a community movie screening celebrating the humor, struggles, and spirit of the workforce. Whether you're looking to learn about your rights or simply enjoy a great film with family and friends, come watch, learn, and connect at this empowering evening of film, conversation, and community.
5月1日為國際勞動節，歡迎於5月2日及5月5日參加華埠服務中心舉辦的勞動權益工作坊及電影放映活動。歡迎各年齡層的家庭一同參與！
活動開始時，我們將舉辦一場內容豐富的工作坊，介紹職場權益及本地資源，提供實用資訊。隨後將放映一部展現勞動者幽默、奮鬥與精神的社區電影。無論您是想了解自身權益，或是與家人朋友一同欣賞精彩影片，都歡迎前來參與。在這個充滿意義的夜晚，透過電影、交流與社區互動，建立彼此的連結。
Gong Youbin was born into a poor Chinese family. He has not seen his mother since he was three months old. Because of a poetry class in school, he embarks on an emotional journey by learning to write poems through his imagination and exploration. By observing his upbringing in the countryside of Hunan, surrounded by dreams and the harsh realities of his family’s struggles, ALWAYS is an allegory for the loss of innocence, as Gong inevitably has to grow up out of childhood and face reality.
Filmmakers in attendance. Film program will be followed by Q&A.
TOITŪ: Visual Sovereignty, the debut directorial feature from Academy Award nominated producer Chelsea Winstanley, goes behind the scenes of the largest Māori art exhibition in Aotearoa New Zealand’s history. Following curator Nigel Borell’s vision for Toi Tū Toi Ora: Contemporary Māori Art, the film captures both its record-breaking success and the behind the scenes conflicts that arise when Indigenous sovereignty challenges institutional power. Featuring rare access and the voices of celebrated artists such as Taika Waititi, Shane Cotton & the Mataaho Collective, this is a powerful portrait of cultural resilience and authorship. With a collective cultural consciousness always at play, the triumph over adversity culminates in indigenous voices claiming the world’s top coveted art prize and sends a message of hope.
Filmmakers and talent in attendance. Film program will be followed by Q&A.
What does it mean to be AAPI? Trailblazers from Sandra Oh to Sen. Tammy Duckworth, Kumail Nanjiani to Connie Chung and more, reflect with joy, humor and sorrow on finding community and navigating their prismatic identities in this HBO Original documentary.
This May, in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL) is offering free citizenship application assistance to support community members on their path to becoming U.S. citizens.
Free services include:
· Citizenship applications (N-400) and Certificate of Citizenship (N-600)
· Green card renewal (I-90) and family-based petitions
· Free immigration attorney consultation
· Fee waiver support; study materials, and citizenship interview preparation
With support available in 8 Asian languages, the team provides culturally and linguistically accessible services backed by over 40 years of community service.
To schedule an appointment, contact AJSOCAL by the end of May.
Helplines:
ENGLISH: 888.349.9695
普通话/广东话 (CHINESE): 800.520.2356
한국어 (KOREAN): 800.867.3640
ខ្មែរ (KHMER): 800.867.3126
TAGALOG (FILIPINO): 855.300.2552
हिन्दी (HINDI): 855.971.2552
ภาษาไทย (THAI): 800.914.9583
TIẾNG VIỆT (VIETNAMESE): 714.477.2958
Email: citizenship@ajsocal.org
Website: ajsocal.org/citizenship
Tony Award-winner David Henry Hwang brings a fresh, updated version of FLOWER DRUM SONG to the stage for Spring 2026. This new production revisits the classic story through a modern lens. Set in 1960s San Francisco Chinatown, the show follows Mei-li, a young Chinese opera performer escaping communism, as she navigates the vibrant nightclub scene on Grant Avenue. Dreams, love, and identity collide in Rodgers and Hammerstein's iconic work come to life once again in LA.
Give In May is a national month-long online giving campaign supporting nonprofits dedicated to addressing the needs of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community. Now in its seventh year, the campaign runs May 1–31, 2026 and is hosted by AAPI Data and Bolder Futures, with support from leading philanthropic partners including Asian Pacific Community Fund, Korean American Community Foundation of New York, Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy, Asian Pacific Fund, and The Asian American Foundation.
This year's campaign features 140+ nonprofits serving 77 cities across 22 states, covering 38+ AANHPI populations and ethnic groups and 26+ issue areas including anti-hate, civic engagement, housing, health, arts, immigration, and more. In its first five years, Give In May has raised over $3.6 million for more than 300 nonprofits nationwide.
Throughout May, participating organizations will engage supporters through storytelling, digital campaigns, and community events. The campaign also features incentive prizes, including cash awards up to $5,000 for top fundraising organizations and weekly Sprint prizes throughout the month.
Community members can visit GiveInMay.org to learn about participating organizations, make donations, and find ways to get involved.
JOIN SOUTH ASIAN NETWORK for contingent in this year’s May Day mobilization on May 1, 2026.
May Day, also known as International Workers’ Day, is a global day of action honoring the contributions, resilience, and rights of workers. As an organization rooted in serving immigrant and working-class South Asian communities, SAN is proud to stand in solidarity with workers across sectors who continue to fight for fair wages, safe working conditions, and dignity.
We welcome you to march alongside SAN as part of our collective contingent. Your presence helps amplify the voices and experiences of our communities and strengthens our shared commitment to justice.
To help you find us during the march, our contingent will be accompanied by dhol player Jup G (@jupgonthebeat) throughout the duration of the event.
Visual Communications' mission is to develop and support the voices of Asian American & Pacific Islander filmmakers and media artists who empower communities and challenge perspectives. Founded in 1970 with the understanding that media and the arts are powerful forms of storytelling, Visual Communications creates cross cultural connections between peoples and generations.
Join for a critical conversation on the intersection of substance use and behavioral health needs within Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA/NHPI) communities. The event will include findings from a recent study led by Dr. Warren Yamashita of Harbor Community Health Centers, examining substance use and treatment barriers among Asian Americans. Additionally, two expert panels of community stakeholders and individuals with lived experience will discuss strategies to reduce stigma and improve access to culturally responsive care across the continuum of prevention, treatment, and recovery.
The Chinese American Museum and El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument celebrate the Year of the Horse with our annual Spring Festival on Saturday, April 25th from 12 – 5 pm. Kick off Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) month with an exciting day of multicultural performances and family friendly activities!
Featuring Performances by: Asian Arts Talents Foundation, Arpana Dance Company, Chinese Cultural Dance Club at UCLA, Danza Floricanto, Field Elementary, Hwarang Sori, Immortals, Jonathan Zheng, Jung Im Lee Korean Dance Academy, Mighty Shock LA, Mini Shock LA, Northern Shaolim Kung Fu Association, USC Traditional Chinese Dance, Venice Kōshin Taiko, and Xipe Totec
Joining Community Partners: Asian Youth Center, Asian Pacific Resource Center, Chinatown Service Center, El Pueblo Historical Monument, Huntington Library, Italian American Museum of Los Angeles (IAMLA), Immortals, Japanese American National Museum (JANM), LA Chinatown Firecracker Run Committee, Inc., LADOT Transit, LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, Los Angeles Public Library, Sunday Jump, Palms Up Academy, and Registrar Recorder/County Clerk
This event is FREE to the public and no registration is required.
