2020 Events

ACA 2020 Fall Virtual Reading Program

ACA was proud to hold a virtual reading program for students in Kindergarten to 8th grade from October to November. The Fall 2020 ACA Reading Program lasted 8 weeks and was a part of our COVID-19 Relief Initiative: Parent-Child Care and Education Program. Every week, a new book was assigned covering one of the following topics: Asian American Pacific Islander Experience, Chinese Culture, Civic Engagement, Equity and Inclusion, and Diversity. Once completing the book, students joined a weekly Zoom meeting held on Sundays at 7 pm EST led by ACA Discussion Leaders to check-in as well as share what they read. The program’s goal is creating lifelong learners, engaging the participants in reading, refining public speaking skills, and making friendships and creating bonds. Our TVC members Dillan Lau, Shanshan Ye, Ingrid Huang, and Nicole Zhong were the assistant discussion leaders. Their role was to be a teacher and a role model for the participants. The four of them prepared and made the book list. They also held a meeting with the ACA organizer and gave their suggestions and ideas. They will also be helping in the second reading program starting on January 24, which will last 10 weeks.

ACA 37th Annual High School Achievement Award Ceremony

On Sunday, November 8th, the Association of Chinese Americans held its 37th Annual High School Achievement Awards Ceremony virtually on Zoom. Thirty-seven local Chinese American high school senior students, who will enter college next year, were recognized and 18 of them were awarded scholarships. There were around 100 people in attendance, which included the honorees, honoree’s families, scholarship sponsors, and ACA board and staff members.

ACA 48th Anniversary Gala

The Association of Chinese Americans, Inc. (ACA 48th Anniversary Gala was successfully held virtually on Saturday, October 24, 2020, from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm on Zoom. The Anniversary Gala is ACA’s signature annual gathering to celebrate the year’s accomplishments and refuel to strive for future success. The event was a celebration of the contributions Asian Pacific Americans have made to people in the State of Michigan during this pandemic. Considering the COVID-19 pandemic and the difficult time we are currently facing, it is more important than ever to acknowledge our community members for their perseverance, resilience, and hard work. The theme of our Gala was “Honoring Our Heroes – Courage Across Communities”. During the celebration, ACA recognized community members who have worked tirelessly since March to bring relief and remedy to those adversely affected by this virus.

ACA Thanksgiving Celebration

ACA Donor Appreciation & Volunteer Recognition Event was successfully held virtually on Saturday, November 21st , 2020 from 7 pm to 8:30 pm EST. TVC members Dillan Lau and Shanshan Ye received the President’s Volunteer Service Award. The ACA appreciates all support whether it was a cash or in-kind donation as it contributes greatly to our efforts in providing valued programs and services to the community. During the start of the pandemic, the ACA launched a COVID-19 Community Relief Program to ensure the health and safety of both frontline workers and the community at large. By coming together and united in the fight against COVID- 19, over $31,000 was raised, over 22,000 PPEs were donated, and over 1,500 care packages and 1,000 power-up packs were delivered.

ACA 48th Anniversary Gala

The Association of Chinese Americans, Inc. (ACA 48th Anniversary Gala was successfully held virtually on Saturday, October 24, 2020, from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm on Zoom. The Anniversary Gala is ACA’s signature annual gathering to celebrate the year’s accomplishments and refuel to strive for future success. The event was a celebration of the contributions Asian Pacific Americans have made to people in the State of Michigan during this pandemic. Considering the COVID-19 pandemic and the difficult time we are currently facing, it is more important than ever to acknowledge our community members for their perseverance, resilience, and hard work. The theme of our Gala was “Honoring Our Heroes – Courage Across Communities”. During the celebration, ACA recognized community members who have worked tirelessly since March to bring relief and remedy to those adversely affected by this virus.