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September 2023 Impact Newsletter
CPC Celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival with Community Members
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a cherished occasion for family reunions and festivities, celebrated not only by Chinese and Vietnamese but also by various other Asian communities. Across all our sites and centers, CPC hosted a range of activities including dim sum brunches, lantern-making workshops, and mooncake giveaways. We extend our deepest gratitude to our generous donors, supporters, and partners whose contributions were instrumental in making this festival a truly extraordinary event for our community members.
EDUCATION
We provide high-quality learning opportunities for all ages—from Pre-K and after-school enrichment to adult English language classes—because education is lifelong.
CPC and JPMorgan Chase Deliver 100 Backpacks Filled with School Supplies
On September 6th, the CPC Queens team partnered with JPMorgan Chase to distribute backpacks filled with school supplies to special-needs families. This initiative aimed to alleviate the financial challenges faced by these families.
CPC Quoted in CNN Story About America's Persistent Child Care Problem
On September 27th, Mary Cheng, Director of CPC Childhood Development Services, was quoted in a CNN story about the country's persistent childcare problem, exacerbated by the expiration of the federal child care stabilization grant program.
FAMILY SUPPORT
We make it easier for individuals and families to access personalized social resources because support is fundamental at every age.
State Senator Kavanagh Joins CPC Open Door Senior Center's Table Tennis Awards Ceremony
On September 6th, CPC Open Door Senior Center hosted the 13th Table Tennis Awards Ceremony. New York State Senator Brian Kavanagh joined the festivities and engaged in friendly matches with the winners. This ceremony concluded a week of competition.
CPC Nan Shan Showcases Sustainable 'Year of the Rabbit' Exhibition
On September 22nd, the CPC Nan Shan Older Adult Center arts and crafts program held an exhibition to showcase their latest project. The theme was "Year of the Rabbit.” To promote sustainability, most of the materials used were recycled items.
CPC FAIR Meets with Council Member Ung to Discuss Supports for Community Members with Special Needs
On September 15th, parents from the CPC Families Advocating for Individual Rights initiative (CPC FAIR) met with Council Member Sandra Ung to discuss how to support Chinese immigrant families who have members with special needs.
Samuels Foundation Grant Supports Older Adult Wellness and Safe Housing at CPC
CPC was awarded a $190,000 grant from The Fax Fox and Leslie R. Samuels Foundation to provide resources and community programming for over 300 residents at Hong Ning Housing and Norfolk Senior Housing.
COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT
We empower New Yorkers to represent and to advocate for themselves and their communities because their leadership is essential for positive—and lasting—social change. We engage with individuals to plan and develop their career paths because professional success is critical for economic independence.
CPC Celebrates Governor Hochul's Declaration of Lunar New Year as Statewide School Holiday
On September 9th, CPC's President & CEO, Wayne Ho, and Director of Childhood Development Services, Mary Cheng, joined elected officials and community leaders as Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to make Lunar New Year a statewide school holiday. This achievement is the result of years of advocacy.
Advocacy Manager Frances Huang Receives the UNH Trailblazer Award
On September 26th, CPC celebrated with Frances Huang, Advocacy Manager, who was honored with the inaugural UNH Trailblazer Award at the United Neighborhood Houses (UNH) gala. The award recognizes their outstanding efforts, going above and beyond to engage in extraordinary work that addresses ongoing community issues. The event also provided a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with settlement house colleagues, government allies, and community supporters.
CPC Brooklyn Community Services Hosts the 13th Annual Health and Family Resource Fair
On September 16th, CPC Brooklyn Community Services brought together over 1,000 community members of all ages at Leif Ericson Park for the 13th Annual Health and Family Resource Fair. The event featured cultural performances and offered health services and family resources, including screenings, flu vaccinations, and more.
CPC Co-Presents "The Cost of Living," A New Documentary About Poverty in Flushing
On September 27th, the Undo Poverty: Flushing collaborative and media agency F.Y. Eye presented "The Cost of Living," a new documentary film by Helena and Daniel Nalladurai (Sixty First Productions). This film offers a unique, intimate perspective into the lives of three individuals and families who call the greater Flushing, Queens area their home as they navigate the turbulent waters of economic hardship and are confronted with the ever-increasing cost of living in their once-affordable neighborhood.
Upcoming Opportunities / Events
Child Care Training Courses
First Aid/CPR Training
10-Hour Medication Administration Training
3-Hour Orientations on Becoming a Licensed Family Day Care Provider
To register for future Child Care Training Courses, please contact Mr. Kevin Tam, Training Coordinator, at 212-941-0030 ext.160 or email him at ktam@cpc-nyc.org; For Spanish, please contact Betsy Cheng at bcheng@cpc-nyc.org or at 212-941-0030 ext. 219.
Career Center
Many of our services are available via virtual/remote access. We provide one-on-one career counseling, resume reviewing, searching and applying for jobs, and more. To get started, simply fill out a short info form at https://tiny.cc/cpccareercenter.
ABOUT CPC
The Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is a social services organization that creates positive social change. Founded in 1965, CPC is the nation's largest Asian American social services organization and aims to promote the social and economic empowerment of Chinese American, immigrant, and low-income communities of New York City. CPC is the trusted partner to individuals and families striving to achieve goals in their education, family, community, and career.
關於華策會
華人策劃協會（簡稱“華策會”）是一個致力於創造正向社會變革的社會服務機構。華策會成立於1965年，是美國最大的亞裔美國人社會服務機構，旨在促進紐約市華裔美國人，移民，及低收入社區的社會權益和經濟賦權。華策會是為實現其教育，家庭，社區
及職業目標而努力的個人和家庭可信賴的機構。
