Giving Tradition: Chinese Community Supports Local Fundraisers
May 15, 2009
The tradition marches on as Asian families who have long been noted for their care of their grandparents, parents and their young demonstrated their strong commitment with an even larger attendance at the recent On Lok Spring Banquet, despite the spiraling recessionary climate.
Even during tough economic times, the Chinese community makes an effort to remain a close-knit community and pull together.
While we do not know exactly what the bottom line was for these large charitable events, suffice it to say, the crowds of fundraisers do turn out cheerfully, supporting their favorite causes with plenty of good vibes, good food, entertainment and raffle prizes.
Congratulations to event Co-Chairwomen Irene Yee Riley and Elizabeth Ferguson who, with Board President Teveila Barnes and Executive Director Robert Edmondson, pulled off a splendid evening at the brand-new Intercontinental Hotel in San Francisco on April 29.
Honorees included Lee Lai Shiang, Anna Kwock, the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Society and Directors Emeriti Jennie Chin Hansen, Brian Lee, Dr. Frances Lucchetti, Regina Liang Muehlhauser, Claudia Tarchi and Beatrice Wong.
On May 16, Oakland’s Family Bridges will go head-on to celebrate 41 years of commitment to community service and the recognition of their achievements.
At the 41st Anniversary Fundraising Dinner, honorees will be Henry Chang Jr., former vice-mayor and Oakland City councilman at-large, and Frank Rose, community volunteer and advocate.
Entertainment will be provided by Pete Escovedo and his Latin Jazz Orchestra, with top fundraiser Arnold Mew on board.
For the young, the Oakland Asian Student Educational Services will do a benefit titled, “Guided by Hope, United by Action,” celebrating 26 years of working together to ensure students have the educational support necessary in helping them realize their full potential in school and in life.
Speakers, food, fun, student performances and a silent auction will take place at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center on May 14 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 for adults and $20 for students.
East Bay Asian Local Development sponsored a Casino Night to benefit local housing and educational services for the underprivileged at the Washington Inn on April 30.
Cheers to all the organizations and individuals who serve and enrich our community, and to all those who support them!
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