Our Stories

Read the latest news from our campaigns and programs featuring stories and insights directly from our network of community members, giving circle organizers, AAPIP members and philanthropic allies.

Reflections on 2017 from AAPIP Seattle-Puget Sound Chapter

Wed, 2018-01-24

By: Shiho Fuyuki, Joneil Sampana, Anjana Sundaram, Jon Wu

Remembering Mayor Ed Lee

Mon, 2017-12-18

AAPIP is shocked and deeply saddened by the passing of Mayor Ed Lee. We send our condolences to his family and the community of San Francisco.

Year-end Message from Cora Mirikitani

Mon, 2017-12-18

Dear AAPIP Community:

With the end of 2017 fast approaching, I’ve been reflecting on what a hectic year it has been in the new political landscape, and how thankful I am for the work being undertaken by AAPIP’s national network of foundations, chapters, and giving circles.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Are We Getting It Right?

Sun, 2017-12-17

By Nancy Chan, Director of Community Partnerships, Catalyte.io; AAPIP San Francisco Chapter Steering Committee member

Elevating API Voices in Advancing Racial Equity

Sun, 2017-12-17

By: Hanh Le (Executive Director, Weissberg Foundation; Co-Chair, AAPIP Metro-DC Chapter) and Rosie Abriam (Co-Chair, AAPIP Metro-DC Chapter)

Reflections on Building a Giving Circle Network: Q&A with Alex Wong, AAPIP Community Philanthropy Manager

Sun, 2017-12-17

Alex Wong has served as AAPIP’s Community Philanthropy Manager since 2012. At the end of 2017, upon the successful completion of our 5-Year National Giving Circle Campaign, Alex will be departing AAPIP to focus on his graduate studies. Over the last 6 years of service, Alex has been an invaluable addition to AAPIP and Community Philanthropy programming.

Board Member Spotlight: Ryan Chao

Sun, 2017-12-17

Ryan Chao is Vice President for Civic Sites and Community Change, at the Annie E. Casey Foundation, where he oversees the foundation’s place-based investments. Ryan leverages his experience in housing and community development to pursue strategies that reduce disparities for low-income people and neighborhoods.

Guest Post: Storytelling for Change at the CHANGE Philanthropy 2017 Unity Summit

Mon, 2017-10-16

By Stephen Gong, Executive Director, Center for Asian American Media (CAAM)

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