How the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund is Working to Mobilize Voters and Build Power

How the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund is Working to Mobilize Voters and Build Power

Asian American and Pacific Islanders are the fastest growing group of eligible voters in the nation. This funder collaborative is looking to mobilize AAPI voters in order to build a multiracial democracy that works for all.

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The Next Generation of Asian Americans Are Poised to Lead. Does Philanthropy Have Their Back?

The Next Generation of Asian Americans Are Poised to Lead. Does Philanthropy Have Their Back?

In this guest article, Asian American Futures Executive Director Reshma Shamasunder calls on philanthropy to be more supportive toward young Asian Americans working to build a more equitable world.

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Two Years on, The Asian American Foundation Celebrates Wins and Embarks on a New Strategy

Two Years on, The Asian American Foundation Celebrates Wins and Embarks on a New Strategy

As Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month draws to a close, we check in on this formidable fundraising force, which has rallied over $1 billion in commitments. TAAF recently unveiled a new pledge and funding strategy.

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Here Are 5 of the Top Funders Supporting AAPI Causes

Here Are 5 of the Top Funders Supporting AAPI Causes

The latest Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month wrapped up yesterday, but AAPI causes continue to be an important and growing corner of philanthropy. Here are some of the top funders of AAPI communities.

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Funder Spotlight: How the Henry Luce Foundation Works to Enrich Public Discourse

Funder Spotlight: How the Henry Luce Foundation Works to Enrich Public Discourse

In our latest Funder Spotlight, we look at the Henry Luce Foundation. This New York-based grantmaker supports organizations in the fields of Asian studies, religion and theology, art, and public policy.

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How the Asian American Foundation Secured $1.1 Billion for AAPI Organizations

How the Asian American Foundation Secured $1.1 Billion for AAPI Organizations

Just launched in May, the Asian American Foundation has already helped bring in unprecedented philanthropic commitments for AAPI organizations. Addressing anti-Asian hate is the first thing on its agenda.

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For This California Funder, a Big Pledge for AAPI Communities Is All About Building Power

For This California Funder, a Big Pledge for AAPI Communities Is All About Building Power

The California Endowment is primarily a health funder, but it approaches the issue with a strong focus on community. Its recent $100 million pledge to support the state’s AAPI people is all about building power and solidarity.

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Philanthropy Has Long Ignored AAPI Communities. It’s Overdue for a Reckoning

Philanthropy Has Long Ignored AAPI Communities. It’s Overdue for a Reckoning

Recent anti-Asian hate has drawn attention to the need for philanthropy to back AAPI communities and fight racism. Tori Miyagi, vice president and chief of staff at Way to Win, writes that it’s past time for funders to get off the sidelines.

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How Funders Are Fighting Anti-Asian Hate

How Funders Are Fighting Anti-Asian Hate

A year-long spike in anti-Asian hate crimes and incidents reflects a much longer history of prejudice, one in which AAPI people are often cast as perpetual foreigners in their own country. Here are some funders pushing back.

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