ASIAN, Inc. | Non-profit

AAPI Empower Hour: Foundations for the Future
2026-01-29 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Bluestream Wine Bar & Gallery, 555 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94108, United States
​Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community at our next AAPI Empower Hour, hosted at Bluestream Wine Bar & Gallery in Chinatown.
​Foundations for the Future is about investing in people, families, and leadership that strengthen our community for the long term. This gathering brings together professionals, nonprofit leaders, and community members who want to connect, learn, and give back in meaningful ways.
​🎟 Your $10 ticket includes:

​Light bites and access to a welcoming, thoughtfully curated networking experience

​The opportunity to meet local nonprofit leaders and learn about volunteer and board opportunities

​A meaningful way to give back — 10% of drink proceeds will benefit our featured AAPI nonprofit partner (to be announced soon)

​📍 Location: Bluestream Wine Bar & Gallery, San Francisco
📅 Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
​Come meet inspiring people, support a local AAPI-owned business, and help build strong foundations for our community’s future.

1/25/2026 FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP (Cantonese | In person) 2026年1月25號 首次購屋者教育及證書班 (粵語 | 現場講座)
2026-01-25 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | ASIAN, Inc., 1167 Mission St, San Francisco, 94103, United States
講座簡介:
通過參加首次購屋者教育及證書班，您可以了解房屋貸款的基本要求以及如何提高信用和財務管理的能力。此外，您還可以學習購房的步驟，包括如何選房、報價和成交房子，讓你在購買房子之前做好更充分的準備！
講座内容:

信用和財務管理的重要性
房屋貸款的資格和要求
房地產的知識
購買房屋的步驟流程

講座細節:
講座分為兩個部分，中間有一個小時的休息時間。 您必須兩個部分都參加。
第一部分: 上午10點至下午1點
第二部分: 下午2點至下午5點
現場講座地址：1167 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103
現場講座日期及時間：1/25/2026，上午10點到下午5點
本次活動免費。
請注意：每位參與者必須單獨註冊。

Bay Windows Scavenger Hunt
2026-01-24 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 11am-2pm
Find 15 unique lanterns in Chinatown and the Mission District. Interact with the makers, collect stamps, and gather trivia for the chance to collect prizes.
Prizes:

Set of 15 Bay Windows postcards… One lucky set includes a bonus: $100 💵 cash!
A pair of tickets 🎟🎟 to a candle-lit concert: Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel on Strings presented by Fever Presents at Brava Theater on Saturday, February 21 ($150+ value)
Gift certificates for one drink 🧋 @ By Me Boba Tea, $10 @ 📚 Medicine for Nightmares Books & Gallery, $10 @ 🀄 Chinese Culture Center of SF Design Store, or $10 @ La Espiga de Oro

Fun, free, and family-friendly!

Bay Windows is supported by a 2025 Creative Capital Award, Zellerbach Family Foundation’s Community Arts program, Southern Exposure’s Alternative Exposure Grant, Community Engagement’s Artists & Creatives Grant, A Blade of Grass’ Field Funds, and ASIAN, Inc.
Lead Artist: Christine Wong Yap

[Business Training] Essential Workplace Rights and Responsibilities for Small Businesses
2026-01-23 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Zoom Webinar (Online)
Date: Friday, Jan 23rd | @10:30 AM (PST)
1-hour training session.

This new year, recent updates to workplace protections have created new responsibilities for employers and expanded rights for workers.
We have prepared an in-depth workshop covering California’s most important workplace rights and responsibilities. Suitable for small business owners, managers, workers, and advocates alike. Get a grasp on the ever-evolving system upholding the standards of fair, safe, and compliant workplaces in and beyond Santa Clara County.

We are glad to feature Ruth Silver Taube as our guest speaker, a true expert in this field. With extensive experience directly helping local communities in employment and labor issues, she breaks down complex labor ordinances into simple key concepts and shows what it can mean for you and your workplace.

We will walk you through:
– Paid Sick Leave: who qualifies, accrual, usage rules
– FMLA & CFRA: job-protected family and medical leave
– Pregnancy Disability Leave: rights during pregnancy & return-to-work
– Required Handouts: the mandatory SDI & PFL notices all employers must give
– Overtime Rules: daily/weekly calculations, exemptions, common violations
– and more!

Whether you’re an employee looking to learn your rights and stay protected in the face of trouble, or a business owner seeking to stay compliant and avoid fees, this session will give you practical guidance and equip you with tools you can use immediately.

Empower those around you by sharing our registration link:
www.tinyurl.com/asian-inc-kyr
Contact hton@asianinc.org for support.

Bay Windows Lantern Exhibition
2026-01-22 - 2026-03-11 | San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States
Bay Windows Lantern Exhibition on view until March 11, 2026!
Bay Windows: Illuminating Immigrant Women’s Perspectives, a decentralized exhibition of 15 sculptural lanterns. Each lantern is based on a paper cut designed in collaboration with one of 15 working class, immigrant, Chinese or Latina women. The artworks explore intersectional lived experiences of issues such as immigrants’ rights, workers’ rights, the high cost of living, affordable housing, public safety, and mental health, plus how the women confront these structural challenges.
Bay Windows is supported by a 2025 Creative Capital Award, Zellerbach Family Foundation’s Community Arts program, Southern Exposure’s Alternative Exposure Grant, Community Engagement’s Artists & Creatives Grant, A Blade of Grass’ Field Funds, and ASIAN, Inc.
Lead Artist: Christine Wong Yap
Contributing Designers: AiLan Xie 謝愛蘭, Cammi Xingyu Huang 黃幸瑜, ChunMei Cao 曹春梅, DanLi Xu 許丹麗, Lidia “Lupita” Iraheta, Marcela Escamilla, Mayra Alfaro, MiaoFen Guan 關妙芬, Nadia Rodriguez, Selina Luo 羅玉蓮, Tomasa Ramirez, YongYu “Ah Yu” Lei 雷泳瑜, YongYu “Yoyo” Situ 司徒咏瑜, YuJuan “Ah Juan” Chen 陳玉娟, Yurisma Gonzalez.
Project Coordinators: Stephan Xie, Lee Oscar Gomez.
Interpreters/Translators: Andreína Maldonado, Weikun Tang, Lauren Huang, Katie Beas.
Guest artists: Beatriz Vasquez, Xiaoqing Shi.

1/10/2026 Rental Readiness Workshop (English | In person)
2026-01-10 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | ASIAN, Inc., 1167 Mission St, San Francisco, 94103, United States
The Rental Readiness Workshop helps renters navigate the housing market by teaching financial management, credit-building strategies, and key housing programs. Participants learn to use the DAHLIA Housing Portal and understand the application and lottery process. The workshop also provides housing assistance resources to support renters in securing stable, affordable housing.

Topic：

Financial Management
Establishing Good Credit
Understanding the Housing Landscape
San Francisco Housing Programs
DAHLIA
Application and Lottery Process
Housing Assistance and Resources

This event is free.
PLEASE NOTE: Each participant must register individually.

1/10/2026 MOHCD Orientation (Cantonese | In person) 2026年1月10號三藩市政府購屋計劃介紹會 (粵語 | 現場講座)
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | ASIAN, Inc., 1167 Mission St, San Francisco, 94103, United States
講座簡介:

歡迎參加免費MOHCD三藩市政府購屋計劃介紹會。通過參加此介紹會您可以了解三藩市各項購屋援助計劃的要求和申請流程，從而評估自己的申請資格。

講座內容:

舊金山有哪些購屋者計劃，包括：市價以下單位（BMR）、購屋貸款首期資助計劃（DALP）、房貸稅收減免計劃（MCC）等
計劃要求與資格條件:

收入計算
資產審核
貸款條件
抽籤優先順序
申請流程

現場講座地址：1167 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103
現場講座日期及時間：1/10/2026，上午10點到12點

本次活動免費。
請注意：每位參與者必須單獨註冊。

Lunch & Learn: Learn How You Can Own Real Estate With ASIAN, Inc.
2025-12-18 11:30 - 13:00 UTC | ASIAN, Inc., 1167 Mission St, San Francisco, 94103, United States
Ever thought about owning a home or building long-term wealth—but felt unsure where to begin? Let’s demystify the process together.
Join us for a FREE Lunch & Learn with ASIAN, Inc. and get your real estate questions answered—no sales pitch, just practical information.
📅 Thursday, Dec 18 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 ASIAN, Inc., 1167 Mission St, 4th Floor
🍴 Free lunch included
Hear from Tony Tang, Jessica Ho, and a lending executive as they break down residential and commercial real estate, lending basics, and what’s possible for you. Ask anything.
👉 RSVP by scanning the QR code or at https://forms.gle/5VCsPy6KXohLxvY7A
🥐 Want lunch on us? Complete the lunch form by Wed, 12/17 at 3 PM (supporting Gateway Croissants).

Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ Is Here: Public Hearing #3 – Novato
2025-12-04 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Novato Oaks Inn, 215 Alameda del Prado, Novato, CA, 94949, United States
View this information online in English
在網上查看中文版詳情
Ver la información en línea en español
After more than two years of public discussion, technical analysis and refinement, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) have released Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ for review and comment. The plan contains 35 strategies representing public policies and investments that can be implemented in the Bay Area by 2050 to help the region build more homes, reduce commute times, and create vibrant downtowns and natural areas for everyone to enjoy. The plan’s strategies also aim to keep people safe from natural hazards, support a strong economy and provide stable housing for those who need it most.
Unique to this plan cycle is the parallel Transit 2050+ planning effort, which has culminated in the first-of-its-kind plan to re-envision the future of Bay Area public transit, in partnership with transit operators across the region.
The Draft Plan, along with the Draft Implementation Plan and various supplemental reports, are all available for review and comment.
Read Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ and the supplemental reports at planbayarea.org/draftplan and submit your comments by December 18.
Opportunities to Participate
Public Hearings

Public Hearing #1 – MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee
Friday, November 14, 2025
9:40 a.m.
Bay Area Metro Center -or- Zoom
Boardroom, 1st Floor
375 Beale Street, San Francisco

Instructions to join by Zoom
Note: Meeting start time may vary.

Public Hearing #2 – Fremont
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
6 p.m.
Olive Hyde Art Center and Gallery -or- Zoom
123 Washington Boulevard, Fremont
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/drafthearing2
Webinar ID: 875 7625 3306
Passcode: [REDACTED]
888 788 0099 US Toll Free
Public Hearing #3 – Novato
Thursday, December 4, 2025
6 p.m.
Novato Oaks Inn -or- Zoom
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

215 Alameda del Prado, Novato
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/drafthearing3
Webinar ID: 898 0347 9624
888 788 0099 US Toll Free

Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ Is Here: Public Hearing #2 – Fremont
2025-12-03 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Olive Hyde Art Center, 123 Washington Boulevard, Fremont, CA, 94539, United States

[WEBINAR] Essential Workplace Rights for Small Businesses
2025-11-30 16:00 - 17:30 UTC | Zoom Webinar (Online)
Recent updates to California’s workplace protections have created new responsibilities for employers and expanded rights for workers.

We have prepared an in-depth workshop covering California’s most important workplace rights and responsibilities. Suitable for small business owners, managers, workers, and advocates alike. Get a grasp on the ever-evolving system upholding the standards of fair, safe, and compliant workplaces across and beyond Santa Clara County.

We are glad to feature Ruth Silver-Taube as our guest speaker, a true expert in this field. With decades of experience directly helping local communities in employment and labor issues, she breaks down complex labor ordinances into simple key concepts and shows what it can mean for you.

We will walk you through:
– Paid Sick Leave: who qualifies, accrual, usage rules
– FMLA & CFRA: job-protected family and medical leave
– Pregnancy Disability Leave: rights during pregnancy & return-to-work
– Required Handouts: the mandatory SDI & PFL notices all employers must give
– Overtime Rules: daily/weekly calculations, exemptions, common violations

Whether you’re an employee looking to learn your rights and stay protected in the face of trouble, or a business owner seeking to stay compliant and avoid fees, this session will give you practical guidance and equip you with tools you can use immediately.

Empower those around you by sharing our registration link: https://asian-inc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-2AGccwSQAy6DrsMjzUZXQ

First-Time Homebuyer Education & Certification Workshop (Online English Workshop)
2025-11-16 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Zoom Webinar (Online)
By attending the First-time Homebuyer Education & Certification Workshop, you can learn about the basic requirements of mortgage and how to improve credit and financial management skills. In addition, you can learn the steps to buy a house, including shopping for a home, making an offer and the closing period, so that you can make better preparations before buying a house!

Workshop Fee: Free
How to Join: Zoom Webinar ( the meeting details will be provided upon registration confirmation)
Registration Link: https://asian-inc.zoom.us/meeting/register/6wRzfawNQbaXifltpjyObw

Workshop Topics

The Importance of Credit and Financial Management
Basic Requirements of Mortgage
Knowledge of Real Estate
Steps to Buy A House

How to Get An Education Completion Letter

Complete the 2-hour SFMOHCD Homebuyer Orientation (Only for participation in the San Francisco Housing Assistance Program)
Complete the 6-hour First-Time Homebuyer Workshop
Complete the 2-hour Homebuyer Counseling Section

Workshop Details
Sections
The workshop is held in two sections, with an hour break in between. You must attend both sections.

Section I: 10 am – 1 pm
Section II: 2 pm – 5 pm

Language
The workshop is conducted in English.

Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ Is Here: Public Hearing #1 – MTC Planning Committee and ABAG Administrative Committee
2025-11-14 09:30 - 10:30 UTC | Bay Area Metro Center, 375 Beale Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States

AAPI Empower Hour: Mindful Connections
2025-11-13 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Mr. Mahjong’s, 260 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA, 94108, United States
​Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community!
AAPI Empower Hour: Mindful Connections brings together friends, colleagues, and community members to network, unwind, and support mental health awareness in the AAPI community.
​🎟 Your $10 ticket includes:

​Light bites and access to a vibrant networking event

​The chance to meet local nonprofit leaders and learn about volunteer and board opportunities

​A meaningful way to give back – 20% of drink proceeds from the night will be generously donated by Mr. Mahjong to support Richmond Area Multi-Services (RAMS).

​🧠 About RAMS:
RAMS is a nonprofit organization providing culturally competent, community-based mental health services and programs that support wellness and resilience in the AAPI community.
​📍 Location: Mr. Mahjong’s, San Francisco
📅 Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
​Come meet inspiring people, enjoy great food and drinks, and take action to strengthen our community.
​🤝 Event Partners:

​RAMS

​ASIAN, Inc.

​Wah Mei

​Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco

​Sunset Chinese Cultural District

Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ Is Here: Webinar #4 – East Bay
2025-11-05 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Zoom Webinar (Online)
View this information online in English
在網上查看中文版詳情
Ver la información en línea en español
After more than two years of public discussion, technical analysis and refinement, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) have released Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ for review and comment. The plan contains 35 strategies representing public policies and investments that can be implemented in the Bay Area by 2050 to help the region build more homes, reduce commute times, and create vibrant downtowns and natural areas for everyone to enjoy. The plan’s strategies also aim to keep people safe from natural hazards, support a strong economy and provide stable housing for those who need it most.
Unique to this plan cycle is the parallel Transit 2050+ planning effort, which has culminated in the first-of-its-kind plan to re-envision the future of Bay Area public transit, in partnership with transit operators across the region.
The Draft Plan, along with the Draft Implementation Plan and various supplemental reports, are all available for review and comment.
Read Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ and the supplemental reports at planbayarea.org/draftplan and submit your comments by December 18.
Opportunities to Participate
Webinars

Webinar #1 – North Bay
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
12-1:30 p.m.
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/northbaywebinar

Webinar ID: 892 3077 8001
Passcode: [REDACTED]
888-788-0099 US Toll Free

Webinar #2 – West Bay
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
6-7:30 p.m.
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/westbaywebinar
Webinar ID: 831 4140 5598
Passcode: [REDACTED]
888-788-0099 US Toll Free
Webinar #3 – South Bay
Thursday, October 30, 2025
6-7:30 p.m.
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/southbaywebinar
Webinar ID: 822 2561 7467
Passcode: [REDACTED]
888-788-0099 US Toll Free

Webinar #4 – East Bay
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
6-7:30 p.m.
Zoom link: https://bit.ly/eastbaywebinar
Webinar ID: 869 8283 4999
Passcode: [REDACTED]
888-788-0099 US Toll Free

Post-Purchase Workshop : Home Maintenance (Online-Cantonese) 購屋後講座: 家居維護 (綫上-粵語)
2025-11-01 13:00 - 15:00 UTC
The workshop offers guidance to new homeowners on various aspects of homeownership, including financial planning, home maintenance, Homeowners Associations(HOAs), and emergency preparedness. It emphasizes the importance of budgeting, understanding HOA responsibilities and governance, conducting home repairs and improvements, and keeping records for effective maintenance and financial stability.
該講座為新屋主提供了關於房屋所有權的各種方面的指導，包括財務規劃、家居維護、房屋業主委員會（HOA）和緊急應對等。强調了預算編制的重要性，理解HOA的責任和管理，進行家居維護和改善，以及保留記錄以實現有效的維護和財務穩定性。

MOHCD Homebuyer Program Orientation (Online - English)
2025-11-01 10:00 - 12:00 UTC
MOHCD Homebuyer Program Orientation (English)
Join us for a free2-hour orientation to learn about San Francisco homebuyer programs offered by the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD) and decide if you want to move forward with the remaining homebuyer education. The orientation provides an overview of affordable city programs, including eligibility requirements, down payment assistance, the application process, lottery preferences, and more!

How to Join: Zoom Webinar
Registration Link: https://asian-inc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JnifantESkWzJpYGEucXBA

For any question, please send an email to housing.counseling@asianinc.org.

Topics

Benefits & Responsibilities of Homeownership
MOHCD Homebuyer Programs
Below Market Rate Homes
Down Payment Assistance

Language
This orientation is conducted in English.

Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ Is Here: Webinar #3 – South Bay
2025-10-30 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Zoom Webinar (Online)

Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ Is Here: Webinar #2 – West Bay
2025-10-29 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Zoom Webinar (Online)

Draft Plan Bay Area 2050+ Is Here: Webinar #1 – North Bay
2025-10-29 12:00 - 13:30 UTC | Zoom Webinar (Online)

Milpitas Job & Resource Fair
2025-10-15 10:00 - 12:30 UTC | Milpitas Innovation Campus, 1331 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas, CA, 95035, United States
Join Us at the Milpitas Job & Resource Fair!
ASIAN, Inc. will be joining Milpitas United School District to share free, community-focused information on workplace rights and protections. Whether you’re a job seeker, worker, or employer, our team will provide important resources on local wage laws, workplace protections, and legal assistance services available in Santa Clara County.
Milpitas Innovation Campus, 1331 E. Calaveras Blvd. B115, Milpitas, CA
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Stop by our table to pick up multilingual resources, ask questions, and learn how you or your workplace can stay informed and empowered.

Preserving Home Ownership in Hayward: Heart of the Bay
2025-10-14 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Hayward Public Library, 888 C Street, Hayward, CA, 94541, United States
🏠 Preserving Home Ownership in Hayward: Heart of the Bay
📅 Tuesday, October 14 | 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Hayward Public Library | 888 C Street, Hayward, CA 94541
Across California, home ownership is often seen as a pathway to stability yet for many Hayward families, hidden risks like deed theft, predatory HOA practices, inheritance disputes, and language barriers threaten that dream.
Join us for an on-site community forum bringing together attorneys, advocates, and homeowners to explore these challenges and share practical steps to protect family homes. Together, we’ll highlight why preserving home ownership strengthens not just families, but entire communities.

Plate by Plate SF
2025-10-11 18:00 - 22:00 UTC | SF Design Center Galleria, 101 Henry Adams St, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Project by Project (PbP) invites you to join for an unforgettable evening at Plate by Plate – San Francisco, where top chefs, culinary brands, beverage concepts, community organizations, and leaders from across the Bay Area will gather to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) philanthropy and the local nonprofit community. In addition to enjoying premium tastings from 30+ food and beverage partners, guests will enjoy live entertainment, a silent auction, raffle prizes, and more.
Plate by Plate is PbP’s signature annual fundraising event, featuring a specially-curated collection of the finest restaurants and beverage vendors across the San Francisco Bay Area. This year, Plate by Plate will be held at San Francisco Design Center Galleria, a stunning venue nestled in the heart of the city, featuring a multi-floor architecture fit for an evening of luxury and style. The event will be attended by fan-favorite culinary partners as well as many new vendors with unique bites, sips, and desserts to try!

VIP Admission: 6pm

General Admission: 7pm

Last Admission to Plate by Plate: 8:30pm

Check out last year’s Plate by Plate recap video here! Proceeds from this year’s event will support Project by Project’s mission of developing a pipeline of AAPI leaders through innovative philanthropy, as well as Project by Project’s annual theme of community development and its 2025 beneficiary partner, ASIAN, Inc.!
With the purchase of every ticket to Plate by Plate, Project by Project will donate directly to ASIAN, Inc., helping to provide affordable housing, business development, and financial independence to Asian Americans and other socioeconomically disadvantaged communities.

ASIAN, Inc. 54th Anniversary Gala
2025-10-03 17:00 - 21:00 UTC | InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, 999 California St, San Francisco, 94108, United States
In these times of profound change and uncertainty, standing together has never been more important. Our 2025 gala theme, “Toward a More Perfect Union,” reflects ASIAN, Inc.’s unwavering commitment to unity, collaboration, and the power of community. We draw strength from the leaders, partners, and neighbors who push boundaries every day to build a brighter future. For details, please email gala@asianinc.org or call (415) 928-5910 x168.

Native Partnerships: Leveraging Resources to Advance Homeownership and Economic Development
2025-02-25 - 2025-02-27 | Tachi Palace Resort, Tachi Palace Casino Resort, 17225 Jersey Ave, Lemoore, CA, 93245, United States
Save the Date for the Native Partnership Gathering in San Joaquin Valley, California
February 25-27, 2025
The Native CDFI Network, in collaboration with NeighborWorks America, is excited to announce the Native Partnership Gathering at the Tachi Palace Resort in the San Joaquin Valley, California, from February 25-27, 2025. This gathering will focus on “Leveraging Resources to Advance Homeownership and Economic Development,” and aims to strengthen the relationships between tribes, Native CDFIs, nonprofit organizations, NeighborWorks network organizations, and other key stakeholders. Our goal is to foster collaboration and shared learning, while uplifting best practices in tribal partnerships, highlighting the success stories of Native CDFIs, and advancing solutions that promote Native homeownership and economic development.Stay tuned for more details, including registration information and an agenda for the event. We look forward to seeing you in the San Joaquin Valley and building meaningful connections to help strengthen Native communities. Mark your calendars now for this important event.

AAPI Empower Hour: Building Bridges
2025-01-23 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | SF Chinatown, Chinese Culture Center, 750 Kearny Street 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA, 94108, United States
Kick off 2025 with our next AAPI Empower Hour: Building Bridges, hosted at Chinese Cultural Center in the heart of San Francisco's Chinatown.
This event is designed to bring professionals from the for-profit sector together with local community-based organizations (CBOs) for an evening of connection, collaboration, and community impact.
What to Expect:

Engage in meaningful networking in a beautiful, culturally-rich space.
Learn about the incredible missions of local CBOs as they share their goals and needs, from recruiting board members to increasing program awareness.
Discover opportunities to volunteer, serve on a board, or partner with organizations aligned with your values.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Chinese Cultural Center, 750 Kearny Street (3rd Floor), San Francisco

Admission Perks: Your ticket includes a delicious food box to enjoy during the event!
✨ Let's start the new year by building bridges and strengthening our community. We look forward to connecting with you!

Post-Purchase Workshop : Taxes and Insurance (Cantonese)
2024-11-26 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
This workshop offers guidance on property taxes, supplemental tax bills, and income tax deductions for new homeowners. It emphasizes the importance of planning for supplemental tax bills and understanding homeowner’s insurance. The workshop is aimed to empower new homeowners with essential knowledge to navigate their financial responsibilities successfully.
How to Join: Zoom Meeting
Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUofumtqTIjE9VEty-KBGiS-8he8tjXKf2H
After you register:

You will receive an email confirmation including the link to Zoom.
When you join the online workshop on Zoom, you will be required to enter your legal name as shown on your ID/Driver’s License, your own email address and other required information.

First-Time Homebuyer Education & Certification Workshop (Online English Workshop)
2024-11-17 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
By attending the First-time Homebuyer Education & Certification Workshop, you can learn about the basic requirements of mortgage and how to improve credit and financial management skills. In addition, you can learn the steps to buy a house, including shopping for a home, making an offer and the closing period, so that you can make better preparations before buying a house!
Workshop Fee: Free
How to Join: Zoom Webinar ( the meeting details will be provided upon registration confirmation)
Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtf-yppzgrGtOSumOjwJXOmjDIgWxrnTen
Workshop Topics

The Importance of Credit and Financial Management
Basic Requirements of Mortgage
Knowledge of Real Estate
Steps to Buy A House

How to Get An Education Completion Letter

Complete the 2-hour SFMOHCD Homebuyer Orientation (Only for participation in the San Francisco Housing Assistance Program)
Complete the 6-hour First-Time Homebuyer Workshop
Complete the 2-hour Homebuyer Counseling Section

Workshop Details
Sections
The workshop is held in two sections, with an hour break in between. You must attend both sections.

Section I: 10 am – 1 pm
Section II: 2 pm – 5 pm

Language
The workshop is conducted in English.

AAPI Empower Hour: Celebrate Our Communities
2024-11-14 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Pa’ina Restaurant & Lounge, 1865 Post St, San Francisco, CA, 94115, United States
Kick off the holiday season at our next AAPI Empower Hour: Celebrate Our Communities! This event is designed to connect professionals from the for-profit sector with local community-based organizations (CBOs). During the event CBOs will share their needs—from recruiting board members to raising awareness of their programs—while professionals can explore volunteer and board opportunities. We look forward to meeting you!

Event details:
Date: Thurs, 11/14/2024
Time: 5:30 – 7:30PM
Location: Pa'ina Restaurant & Bar 1865 Post St. Japantown, San Francisco
With your admission light food will be provided. Drinks available for purchase.

MOHCD Homebuyer Program Orientation (English)
2024-11-06 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
MOHCD Homebuyer Program Orientation (English)
Join us for a free2-hour orientation to learn about San Francisco homebuyer programs offered by the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD) and decide if you want to move forward with the remaining homebuyer education. The orientation provides an overview of affordable city programs, including eligibility requirements, down payment assistance, the application process, lottery preferences, and more!
How to Join: Zoom Webinar
Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tojvCRF9Rdmdj5qcgF1K1A
For any question, please send an email to housing.counseling@asianinc.org.
Topics

Benefits & Responsibilities of Homeownership
MOHCD Homebuyer Programs
Below Market Rate Homes
Down Payment Assistance

Language
This orientation is conducted in English.
