Targeted Talent Pipeline Development

Works with key industry groups to expand their reach and impact by providing resources aimed at attracting young talent and increasing diversity in the advertising industry.

Provides grants to organizations addressing food insecurity, such as the Food Bank For New York City, to support their operational efforts in serving low-income communities.

Supports nonprofit organizations whose work aligns with the foundation’s mission, including those focused on advertising industry education and initiatives that advance HBCU communities.

Provides financial awards to individual students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) who are preparing for careers in marketing, advertising, or communications.

Advances a more sustainable coffee future by challenging industry norms, elevating the robusta coffee species, and contributing to increased market prices for robusta-growing communities, earning press recognition and product awards.

Presents annual awards honoring eight individuals for excellence, innovation, and impact in the advertising industry, with a focus on advancing creativity, representation, and equity for the Asian community.

Hosts an annual summit offering a full day of programming including sessions on branding, mental health, and life design, along with meals, professional headshots, and personalized resume and portfolio feedback for community members.

Hosts monthly virtual and in-person events including workshops, panels, speaker series, and mixers to support a professional community of over 8,000 individuals in the advertising industry.

Provides a curated list of AAPI life and career coaches to offer guidance and support to community members.

Expanded retail distribution of Vietnamese coffee to over 2,000 locations across all 50 U.S. states, including Whole Foods Market and Sprouts Farmers Market.

Runs a tuition-free, 8-week virtual leadership development program using cohort-based learning that includes career coaching and a Leadership Visibility Project for Asian professionals in marketing, advertising, and communications.

Operates an annual six-month mentorship program that includes virtual one-on-one meetings, workshops, panels, and in-person mixers for AANHPI professionals in marketing, advertising, and creative industries, facilitating 550 mentorship pairings to date.

Sells on-demand hoodies and t-shirts to reduce overproduction while generating revenue to support future organizational programming.

Produces a podcast series titled "Asians in Advertising" featuring industry hosts and discussions to support community engagement and professional visibility.

Provides scholarships to Asian professionals for career advancement and development opportunities, having awarded scholarships to 75 individuals.

Provides financial support through awards, grants, and scholarships to students pursuing education and professional development in advertising, marketing, media, creative arts, and public relations. Since 1997, the foundation has distributed over $4 million in funding.

Provides education, advocacy, and career development programs to support multi-ethnic diversity in the communications industry.

Develops a diverse workforce to grow the media and marketing capabilities of companies through capacity-building initiatives.