LOS ANGELES, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As a leading cultural, educational, and humanitarian charity that transforms public perception of Asian and Indigenous legacy, Asian Hall of Fame announced that its 20th-anniversary season will expand to California, Washington, and New York. Its programming will advance cultural literacy, trauma advocacy, women founders, and workforce development in collaboration with significant partners this year.
Last year, Asian Hall of Fame secured 6.8 billion media impressions and exceeded its $1.5 million annual goal. It sponsored 75 fellows with hands-on projects and in some cases, living wage and emergency housing. Its Trauma Advocacy Initiative disbursed emergency aid for Maui wildfires, Ukraine refugees, Turkey earthquake families, and the Monterey Park shooting. Its Women Founders Initiative launched a charity music album benefiting human trafficking rescue and a new mobile game character funding women in tech microgrants.
The Lunar New Year Reception (Feb 19) unveils Pacific Northwest nominees. Salute to Service (March 2) announces all nominees and presents a Johnny Cash Tribute by James Garnerbenefit concert for veterans' recognition. Celebrate Asia Festival (May 1) announces Class of 2024, presents grants to the community, and benefits Women Founders. The Governors Awards in Los Angeles is followed by the Centennial Medal for Inductee Lifetime Achievement in New York.
The 20thEmerald Gala for founders at the Washington Athletic Club on September 27 honors Pacific Northwest Inductees. The flagship 20th Induction Ceremony at Biltmore Los Angeles on October 19 raises vital support for human trafficking rescue.
CELEBRATE LEGACY. ADVANCE EQUITY. Asian Hall of Fame is a leading cultural, educational, and humanitarian charity that transforms public perception of Asian and Indigenous legacy in the United States and around the world. Contact Rochelle Srigley at (626) 600-9418, www.asianhalloffame.org.