From birthday fundraisers to marathon runs, graduation celebrations to milestone moments, we’ve seen supporters find incredible ways to break barriers for Asian American youth. Whatever inspires you, your campaign helps us build a world without limits for our youth.
1 in 2 Asian American youth live in or near poverty in NYC. Despite being the fastest growing racial group in the city, less than 6% of city funding goes to programs serving our community.
The “model minority” myth creates the misconception that Asian American youth don’t need support—leaving a gap in social services and resources.
As a fundraiser, you become part of our mission to create systems of support that wouldn’t otherwise exist. You’re helping provide impactful mentorship, access to critical resources and opportunities that help Asian American youth from low-income backgrounds thrive.
Pick something you’re passionate about—a fitness goal, creative project, milestone celebration, or community event. Set your fundraising target and share why supporting Apex and Asian American youth matter to you.
Invite friends, family, colleagues, and social networks to support your campaign. Share updates, celebrate milestones, and watch your community come together for Asian American youth.
Your campaign supports everything from elementary enrichment to college & career success, athletics to mental health programs. Stay connected with our monthly newsletter and annual report, and see the real impact of your generosity.
our impact
of Apex seniors received first-year financial aid with no repayment required (grants and scholarships), compared to 78% nationwide.
on-time high school graduation rate, compared to 89% of low-income Asian students in NYC.
youth served across the country online and in-person in NYC.
Apex for Youth is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit with over 30 years of service supporting Asian American youth from low-income and immigrant backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognized for our transparency and accountability, and we’re committed to using every dollar with integrity and care.
Anyone! Whether you’re a volunteer, supporter, or someone inspired by Apex’s mission, you can create a fundraiser to support Asian American youth.
You choose the dates when you create your fundraiser. Most supporters run campaigns for 2–8 weeks.
Every dollar raised supports Apex programs across mentorship, mental health, athletics, and college & career success. You’ll receive updates via our monthly newsletter and annual report.
Yes! If your employer offers a matching gift program, your fundraiser can double its impact. Check with your HR or corporate giving program.
Yes. Contributions are processed securely through Classy and are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Donors receive an email receipt for tax purposes.
You can note a preference on your fundraiser (e.g., mentorship, mental health). Apex will honor donor intent where possible — email development@apexforyouth.org for specific requests.
Once your fundraiser is live, you can update your story, goal, and share progress through your fundraising dashboard. Regular updates help keep your supporters engaged and motivated
No worries — every dollar raised goes directly to supporting Apex’s programs, regardless of whether you meet your initial goal. Your efforts still make a meaningful impact.
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