News and Announcements

This May, in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage month PoliticsNY and amNY Metro are proud to publish our inaugural AAPI Power Players list, highlighting the elected officials, business leaders, entrepreneurs, community...

Apex for Youth’s College Access Program empowers first-generation students through immersive college tours, making higher education more accessible — join us by donating, volunteering, or partnering today!...

Explore how Apex for Youth’s spring break programs empowered youth and connected volunteers across NYC through creativity, adventure, and community. Join us in celebrating youth empowerment and volunteer impact this April....

To give back to the community, Melody Lee has been on the board of Apex for Youth for the past four years, which is a New York–based nonprofit that empowers Asian American youth from immigrant...

Apex for Youth’s 33rd Inspiration Awards Gala raised $3.1M to empower Asian American youth, honoring trailblazers like Suni Lee and Joan Shigekawa, and celebrating GENERATION FEARLESS with powerful performances, speeches, and community impact....

From hands-on creative workshops to energizing community runs, discover how our youth are building confidence, forging connections, and making meaningful strides this month!...

Apex for Youth’s Career Connections Program helps alumni bridge the gap from college to career with mentorship, industry panels, and networking opportunities....

Virtual mentoring is not just a convenient option—it’s a powerful tool for transforming lives. In fact, 87% of mentees report feeling more confident and empowered after participating in virtual mentorship. This shows just how impactful...

Virtual mentoring is not just a convenient option—it’s a powerful tool for transforming lives. In fact, 87% of mentees report feeling more confident and empowered after participating in virtual mentorship. This shows just how impactful...

On February 5, 2025, Tatcha Global Director of Artistry Daniel Martin and ELLE Beauty Director Kathleen Hou hosted a private dinner to celebrate Lunar New Year at Phoenix Palace in Chinatown, NYC. AAPI founders, executives...

Virtual mentoring is not just a convenient option—it’s a powerful tool for transforming lives. In fact, 87% of mentees report feeling more confident and empowered after participating in virtual mentorship. This shows just how impactful...

Apex for Youth is offering eight scholarships of up to $10,000 each year of college to Asian-American high school seniors. Apex for Youth believes that every young person deserves the opportunity to pursue higher education,...

Virtual mentoring is not just a convenient option—it’s a powerful tool for transforming lives. In fact, 87% of mentees report feeling more confident and empowered after participating in virtual mentorship. This shows just how impactful...

Virtual mentoring is not just a convenient option—it’s a powerful tool for transforming lives. In fact, 87% of mentees report feeling more confident and empowered after participating in virtual mentorship. This shows just how impactful...

Honored for Community Impact at the Knicks Lunar New Year Game On a night filled with cultural celebration and community recognition, Apex for Youth’s Executive Director Jiyoon Chung was honored as a recipient of the...