2,700
Youth served
1,000
volunteers engaged
Our most impactful Year Yet
140
youth supported with Dịch vụ Sức khỏe Tinh thần
100
Families supported through community events
CAM KẾT CỦA CHÚNG TÔI
Thư từ Giám đốc điều hành
FY2025 was a particularly special year — one that required extraordinary teamwork, love, resilience, and courage by our entire team at Apex for Youth. Despite an uncertain economic and political landscape, as well as my own personal health challenges, we served more youth and families in NYC than ever before. We delivered the strongest program outcomes in our history, and we launched a strategic planning process to lay the roadmap for sustainable growth and maximum impact for the next five years.
For me, this year proved to be one of the most challenging and rewarding in my 14 years at Apex. During the fall of 2024, I was diagnosed with an aggressive lymphoma, a type of cancer. As my medical treatment plan quickly came together, so did the plan among our team at Apex: Our staff, Board, and Associate Board quickly rallied to offer me love and support and jump in where they could.
It was a gift to be able to start my treatment feeling confident that my team would seamlessly continue our important work to serve low-income and immigrant Asian American youth. It was freeing to be reminded to take as much time as I needed. I have so much gratitude to my executive assistant, Jenn, and my senior leadership team — Yaya, Wendy, Kim, and Pavan — who stepped in to support my work with love and care so I could step out as needed.
Fortunately, I felt well enough to continue working. I was soon in remission and continue to be healthy today. I drew much of my strength in my healing from both our Apex community and the deep sense of purpose that our mission gives me.
That purpose I’ve always felt at Apex only deepened. During my treatment, I reflected on how much I had — an amazing support system, access to critical resources, the ability to navigate a complicated situation — in contrast to what so many lack. I was reminded of the absolute necessity of our work, addressing systemic gaps that exist for our youth and families through the essential care and web of support we provide at Apex.
More than ever, I recognize how truly life-changing our community can be for our youth, our families, and each other when we need it most. Thank you for being part of it. I am truly grateful to carry our mission forward together, on the precipice of so much to come.
Jiyoon Chung,
Giám đốc điều hành
— Jiyoon Chung,
To learn more about Jiyoon’s journey, watch her speech from last year’s Gala 
here >
THE NEED FOR APEX FOR YOUTH?
SỨ MỆNH CỦA CHÚNG TÔI
Apex for Youth đồng hành cùng thanh thiếu niên người Mỹ gốc Á có hoàn cảnh khó khăn và xuất thân từ gia đình nhập cư, nhằm giúp các em phát huy tiềm năng hôm nay và mở ra một tương lai tươi sáng ngày mai.
CỨ 2 EM THÌ CÓ
Asian American youth live in or near poverty in NYC.
3 out of 4
Asian American youth say that they felt less safe than before the pandemic.
1 IN 4
Asian American youth live in homes where no one over 14 speaks English proficiently or at all.
6%
18%
Less than 6%
of social service funding goes to the AAPI community in New York City.
Despite Asian Americans making up 18% of the population.
NHỮNG DẤU DẤN CHÚNG TÔI TẠO RA
In New York City, Asian American youth face compounded barriers shaped by poverty, language access, racial invisibility, and underinvestment. Many grow up shouldering adult responsibilities early, while lacking safe spaces, trusted mentors, and culturally-responsive support systems.
Apex was built in response to these realities. Our programs exist because without intervention, too many Asian American youth are left to navigate these challenges alone.
When youth are consistently seen, supported, and invested in through culturally-responsive care, the outcomes change — measurably and meaningfully.
Apex is creating a world without limits, for our youth and our community.
các em được tiếp cận những cơ hội và trải nghiệm mới tại Apex.
học sinh xây dựng được mối quan hệ tin cậy với một người trưởng thành mà các em có thể tìm đến khi cần hỗ trợ và định hướng.
học sinh lớp 12 tự tin hơn trong việc lên tiếng bảo vệ bản thân nhờ sự đồng hành của Apex.
học sinh trung học phổ thông tốt nghiệp đúng hạn, cao hơn mức trung bình 89% của học sinh gốc Á tại New York.
of graduating high school seniors enrolled in college , compared to 63% of Asian youth nationally.
cựu học viên tiếp tục đóng góp thời gian hoặc nguồn lực cho Apex hoặc các tổ chức cộng đồng khác.
HÀNH TRÌNH PHÁT TRIỂN CỦA CHÚNG TÔI
Since our launch in Manhattan in 1992, Apex has continued to meet the critical and evolving needs of our community by expanding in-person programming to Brooklyn (2019) and Queens (2023), as well as nationwide through our virtual mentoring program (2020).
In FY25, we continued to both strengthen and expand our programming in NYC and beyond:
Manhattan
Served youth from Kindergarten through 12th grade in the Lower East Side, Chinatown, and Financial District, as well as hosted more community events than ever for youth and families at our Lower East Side community space.
Queens
Served youth in 3rd and 4th grade in Flushing through Tiểu học and athletics programs, offering year-round programming for the first time this year.
Brooklyn
Served youth from 3rd through 8th grade in Sunset Park, expanding programming this year to include athletics and mentoring programs for 8th graders.
National
Beyond NYC, served the most pairs ever with our Chương trình cố vấn trực tuyến quốc gia for youth from 9th through 12th grade across 11 states.
2,700
youth served
1,000
volunteers engaged
2,400
hours of total programming and services delivered
100
families supported through community events
NHÌN VỀ PHÍA TRƯỚC
Apex is at a pivotal moment. In response to growing demand for our programs and the changing realities facing low-income Asian American youth, we launched a strategic planning process to guide the organization over the next five to ten years. Our focus is clear: To grow our impact where it is most needed, while preserving the depth, care, and community trust that have always been at the heart of our work.
PHƯƠNG PHÁP CỦA CHÚNG TÔI
Apex’s culturally-responsive programs combine impactful mentorship with access to critical resources, creating long-term, meaningful change for our youth. We define long-term success for our youth through the ABC’s of agency, belonging, and confidence:
Agency
Apex shows youth that there is no one path to success, empowering them to envision a limitless future with the resources and connections to get there.
Belonging
The Apex community of caring adults uplifts shared identities to build transformative relationships with youth that combat isolation and disconnection.
Confidence
Apex youth move from surviving to thriving through our programming that helps them embrace their strengths and identities.
HÀNH TRÌNH CÙNG APEX
Kết nối với các mạng lưới và nguồn lực cần thiết để đạt được mục tiêu cá nhân.
Xây dựng tinh thần chủ động và xác định rõ ràng định hướng cho tương lai.
Hình thành bản sắc cá nhân tích cực và nuôi dưỡng các mối quan hệ lành mạnh.
Khám phá sở thích và phát triển cảm giác thuộc về cộng đồng.
NHÌN VỀ PHÍA TRƯỚC
Apex’s next chapter builds on what has always been at our core — mentorship. By strengthening mentorship as the backbone of our programming and codifying the Apex model, we will deepen our continuum of care from elementary school through young adulthood and serve more low-income Asian American youth in need.
TRƯỜNG TIỂU HỌC
Exploring interests and developing a sense of belonging
Beginning our youth’s journey, Apex elementary programs focus on laying a strong foundation from kindergarten through 5th grade by encouraging exposure to new experiences and connections with friends and mentors. Trusted adults and peers form a supportive community, stepping in when caregivers may have limited time available due to long work hours.
thanh thiếu niên xây dựng được mối quan hệ tích cực với các tình nguyện viên đồng hành.
gia đình cho biết con em trong chương trình Elementary Explorers tự tin hơn khi chia sẻ ý tưởng và sở thích.
các em hiểu rõ hơn về cộng đồng và cách đóng góp tích cực.
“To have someone not their age, who is also not their family member, be able to talk to them is important, because sometimes they just want to share things that they don’t think their mom or dad or aunt or uncle or grandparents or cousins understand. We can give them a safe space, a space in which they can share those thoughts. Even though it might not be a lot to us in terms of hearing it, it can mean a lot to them for just saying it and to be able to express what they feel.”
—Sean
Apex volunteer
“I grew up in this community. I thrived, and I was able to take that outside of my community and be who I am because of the confidence that I had. I’m seeing the same thing with my kids, because Apex is providing a space for them to not only thrive but to learn about our community and other communities as well. Apex is a place where you feel like you belong. This is its own community. This is really the heart to me. And to pass that along to my children, it means so much.”
—Wandy
Apex parent
TRƯỜNG TRUNG HỌC CƠ SỞ
Hình thành bản sắc cá nhân tích cực và nuôi dưỡng các mối quan hệ lành mạnh.
Middle school is a critical period for the shaping of identity as youth gain confidence, form meaningful connections, and grow into their emerging selves with the support of trusted mentors and peers. Workshops that address topics of identity, emotions, and stereotypes give youth space to practice a growth mindset and build community with others as they identify their own strengths.
các em coi thử thách là cơ hội để học hỏi và trưởng thành.
các em mong muốn tiếp tục tham gia các chương trình của Apex.
các em cảm thấy tự tin và tích cực hơn về bản thân nhờ Apex.
“Since I’m still young, I don’t really like opening up to people, but at Apex with Ben, I could open up myself to new people. It’s a different experience, and now I’m more comfortable with it.”
— Austin Y.
8th-grade mentee
“With [other] mentoring programs, you often feel like you are on different teams, that you’re trying to bring someone along as opposed to collaborating. Apex has been an entirely different experience, and one of the most rewarding parts of my weekends [has been] getting to spend time with Austin and the other kids in the basketball program in Chinatown. I had an older brother, and he was very instrumental in my growth as a person during those formative years of middle school, so it’s been incredibly rewarding.”
Hear more about Ben’s volunteer experience ︎ here >
— Ben
Austin’s Mentor
TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG
Xây dựng tinh thần chủ động và xác định rõ ràng định hướng cho tương lai.
Apex’s high school programs provide youth with the resources and knowledge to make their own decisions about the future, showing them that “success” can be defined in many ways. Through hands-on experiences, dedicated mentoring, and culturally-responsive guidance, youth are empowered to make informed choices and gain confidence in defining their own path. Programs center on amplifying youth voices and empowering them to speak up, take action on issues they care about, and shape their own futures.
học sinh trung học phổ thông tốt nghiệp đúng hạn, cao hơn mức trung bình 89% của học sinh gốc Á tại New York.
học sinh tiếp tục theo học Đại học sau khi tốt nghiệp trung học phổ thông, cao hơn mức trung bình 63% của thanh niên gốc Á trên toàn nước Mỹ.
phụ huynh/người giám hộ cho biết con em mình tự tin hơn khi giao tiếp với người lớn.
“Coming from a different country and having to pick up a new language and watching [Jia He] tackle all these challenges has been really inspiring for me, and I think there’s a lot [of learnings] about tackling adversity that you can apply to your daily life. From seventh and eighth grade, I didn’t hear [him] speak one full sentence of English. And then [he] comes back from the summer into ninth grade, and all of a sudden [he’s] speaking in full sentences and pretty fluently. I can always learn from something like that.
It’s really empowering and rewarding to help someone — just open up the world, explore new opportunities, introduce them to new things. I get a lot out of watching other people grow and develop. Anything that’s worth doing is going to require commitment, and now we’re in this together. Building trust is a function of repetition, and you’ve got to spend some time to build that relationship and that foundation.”
— Mike
Jia He’s mentor
TUỔI TRƯỞNG THÀNH
Kết nối với các mạng lưới và nguồn lực cần thiết để đạt được mục tiêu cá nhân.
As youth enter adulthood, Apex helps them to realize that they don’t have to figure out their future alone. Through the support of mentors, real-world opportunities, and a network of professionals that continues through this period of transition, Apex helps youth to understand the critical role they play within the community.
học sinh nhận được học bổng hoặc hỗ trợ tài chính không hoàn lại cho năm đầu Đại học, cao hơn mức trung bình 77% trên toàn nước Mỹ.
cựu học viên tiếp tục đóng góp thời gian hoặc nguồn lực cho Apex hoặc các tổ chức cộng đồng khác.
cựu học viên cảm thấy hài lòng hơn với định hướng nghề nghiệp nhờ thời gian tham gia Apex.
“From interviewing artists to working as a receptionist at public programming, I’ve learned to connect with others’ stories while sharing my own.”
Hear other ︎ Apex Summer Internship participants >
— Hebe L.
J.T. Tai Apex Summer Internship Program participant
“My Apex journey began in elementary school when I first joined by playing in the summer basketball league. It was a pivotal moment in my basketball journey, giving me one of my first real opportunities to play in a competitive league. Most importantly, starting this sport alongside others from my community helped me feel comfortable, supported, and excited to grow my passion for the game. Through that experience, I built lifelong friendships, learned the value of teamwork, and discovered my competitive drive — all while being part of a community and culture that uplifted me. As a former collegiate athlete, I know the importance of giving back to the community that gave so much to me. Keep fighting for your dreams, because dreams are worth chasing.”
— Elissa L.
Apex alumni program participant
THE NEED FOR:
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
As Asian American youth navigate an increasingly uncertain future, Apex Dịch vụ Sức khỏe Tinh thần support their mental and emotional well-being. Recognizing the complex challenges that our community faces — including intergenerational trauma, poverty, complicated family dynamics, and isolation — Apex provides compassionate, culturally-responsive care. Apex helps young people to heal and strengthen family connections.
Asian American youth are the least likely ethnic group in the U.S. to receive mental health services.
Depression among Asian American adolescents has surged since the onset of the pandemic, with 66% reporting worsening symptoms.
Asian American young adults are the only racial group with suicide as their leading cause of death.
Through the work of licensed mental health providers, Apex mental health services continue to address the unique needs of the community through individual therapy, peer support groups, crisis management, Family Nights, and community events.
of Apex youth reported an increase in their ability to regulate their emotions.
were supported through Apex mental health services.
hours of therapy services were provided to Apex youth.
“For our monthly Family Night series, we promote emotional awareness, build communication skills, and expose families to community resources. But my biggest goal is actually to create a sense of joy. Our families face so many daily struggles that they often forget that they can connect with moments of joy. We use these moments to connect them with their inner self and with their children, and to take away that joy is contagious and can be used in their parent-child relationship.
We create joint activities where parents and their children have shared language for communication. Those are the moments that create stories to share as a family and are the foundation for intergenerational and collective healing.”
– Ivy Li
Associate Director of Mental Health at Apex
ĐIỂM NỔI BẬT
This year, we touched more lives within and beyond NYC than ever before, and the impact of our programs has never been stronger.
Record volunteer growth
Volunteers are the backbone of Apex’s work. Over the past year, our community grew to 1,000 dedicated volunteers through intentional relationship-building. From community events to Volunteer Appreciation Night, we created meaningful spaces for volunteers to connect with youth, celebrate their impact, and deepen their engagement with Apex’s mission. This growing network strengthened our programs, expanded our reach, and reinforced the power of community in supporting youth and families.
Expanded support for Apex families
Apex expanded its family services by launching monthly Family Night workshops for youth in Queens, helping immigrant parents and children navigate bicultural challenges together. Tailored parent and youth sessions culminate in shared discussions, fostering understanding and connection while laying the groundwork for continued growth within Apex.
Learn more about the impact behind Family Night ︎ here >
Partnering for community impact
Apex strengthened collaboration with community partners by engaging more than 1,300 youth throughout the year with events such as Field Day, Winter Soulstice, Book Fair, and the For the Culture AAPI Heritage Month celebration. These partnerships provided meaningful entry points for engagement — 40% of participating youth experienced Apex for the first time through these events — while also deepening community ties.
33rd Inspiration Awards Gala
On April 10, 2025, Apex’s 33rd Inspiration Awards Gala at Cipriani South Street celebrated with the theme of THẾ HỆ KHÔNG SỢ HÃI, featuring honorees ︎ Suni Lee, Olympic gold medalist, and ︎ Joan Shigekawa, former Acting Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts. ︎ Ashley Ye, former mentee and now Apex Digital Coordinator, also shared her journey of empowerment with the organization. The event raised an impressive $3.1 million, including a record-breaking $1.4 million paddle raise, to help Apex continue to foster intergenerational change.
Aces for Apex
The 14th Annual Aces for Apex event took place on July 26, 2025 at The Skylight at the Refinery, located in the historic Domino Sugar Factory in Williamsburg. The event welcomed more than 580 attendees for an evening of casino games, live entertainment, and community engagement. With donations from more than 20 raffle-prize sponsors and another 20 food and beverage partners, the event raised more than $380,000 to help sustain Apex’s important work.
Watch the highlights from Aces for Apex ︎ here >
Hương vị Châu Á
On October 9, 2024, Taste of Asia celebrated the power of community and support for Asian American youth, bringing New York City’s Asian American community together with more than 40 exceptional restaurants for an inspiring evening of culture, cuisine, and generosity. Led by Simon Kim and co-chairs Wen Zhou, Phillip Lim, and Michael Chung, the event raised nearly $1.4 million to support Apex programs and the Madison Square Park Conservancy.
Apex at the NYC Marathon
The NYC Marathon in November brought together runners from Apex’s Associate Board, volunteers, and staff while raising more than $80,000 to support Apex programs. Their dedication showcased the power of community and commitment, turning every mile into meaningful impact.
TỔNG QUAN TÀI CHÍNH
August 2024 to July 2025
Over a five-year period (FY2020 to FY2024), we increased our net assets nearly fourfold, creating a strong financial reserve. In the past year, we reinvested a portion of that reserve in strategic planning and infrastructure. These investments strengthened our organization today and positioned us for sustained growth in reach and impact for the coming years.
Total New Assets
Total Revenue
Total Expenses
Read our full financial report here >
NHÌN VỀ PHÍA TRƯỚC
Now that we have built key infrastructure, we are looking forward to implementing our 5-year strategic plan, growing both revenue and net assets over the next five to ten years and efficiently and effectively expanding our programs.
TRONG LÒNG BIẾT ƠN
$250,000+
Vô danh
Bảo lãnh đảm bảo
Quỹ gia đình Chang
Chia Family Foundation
Quỹ JT Tai & Co.
Stephanie Ng và Richard Li
$100,000+
Hearst Foundation
Joe và Lily Wong
Karen và Robert Lee
Liu Kou-Chun Educational Foundation
Merkley+Partners
Máy cũ (hiện vật)
RSM US Foundation
$50,000-$99,999
Quản lý đầu tư Alger
Quỹ từ thiện Blackstone
Din Tai Fung
Ford Foundation
Hajin Lee và Michael Chung
Jennifer Prosek, Đối tác của Prosek
Kent Hospitality Group (in-kind)
Matthew & Janet Thompson
Michael Li
The Kevin D. Eng and Un Hae Song Foundation
$25,000-$49,999
Alex Alger và Dan Chung
Allison Chou & Michael Chan
Vô danh
Ben Xiao & Tracy Kwan
Blue Owl Capital
CAIPA
Charlene Wang
Tổ chức từ thiện Dalio
Derek & Tiffany Liu
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Quỹ Gia đình Jay và Sonja Kim
Gia đình Kennedy
Công ty TNHH Kirkland & Ellis
Latham và Watkins
Lisa Qi
Morgan Stanley
Partners Group
Peter và Shirley Ma
Prudential Foundation
Russ Chong
Chứng khoán TD
The Barbie Dream Gap Fund, a project of Mattel
Quỹ đồ dùng thể thao DICK'S
Quỹ Plum Spring
The Schulke Inn Family
TPG
Quỹ từ thiện gia đình Wu
Quỹ từ thiện WuFam
$15,000-$24,999
Mạng lưới AMC
BD Wong (in-kind)
Bloomingdale's
Tập đoàn Capital
Edward & Elaine Cong
Freedom Together Foundation
Goodwin Procter
JPMorgan Chase
Julia Chiang và KAWS
Kathleen Hou & Daniel Martin
Marshall Wace
Melissa và Alec Gunn
Mercedes-Benz (direct support and in-kind)
Quỹ MillerKnoll
MUFG
Olympus Partners
Paypal Giving Fund
PwC
Stephen Chang
Virtu Financial
Công ty TNHH Warburg Pincus
Weil, Gotshal & Manges, LLP
$10,000-$14,999
Aaron Ong
Khẳng định sự quan tâm
Nhóm Ally Bridge
Vô danh (2)
Antares Capital LP
Tập đoàn tư vấn Boston
Brian & Jennifer Rebello
Brian Cho
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
Dana Johnson
Davis Polk
Quỹ Gia đình Edward Cheng và Mary Chen
Công ty Cổ phần Xây dựng DK
Quỹ Gia đình Edward Cheng và Mary Chen
Quỹ Fanatics
GLG
Global Atlantic Financial
Điểm hướng dẫn
Janelle Teng & Jeff Eng
Jerry Lee
Jonathan Chan
Joseph Handleman I Believe in You Trust
Karen và Samuel Choi
KPMG
Lauren & Andrew Kim Will & Emery
Lauren & Andrew Kim
Madison Square Garden Sports
McDermott Will & Emery
NIKE, Inc.
Oakley
OC&C Strategy Consultants
Olivia Song
Sheila và Ron Marcelo
Sung Lee, SungBeats (in-kind)
The Lede Company
Quỹ Margaret & Daniel Loeb
Thomas & Leanne Chin
West Monroe
$5,000-$9,999
Vua Diêu
Alan Chuang
Alex Popov & Michelle Choo
Angela & Daniel Sullivan
Anonymous (3)
Ardea Partners
Association of Asian American Investment Managers (AAAIM)
Authmade
Aya Healthcare
Bryan Czyzewski & Connie Hau Czyzewski
Charles Zhu
Charmaine de Mello & Michael Clark
Chegg.org Impact Fund, a fund of Tides Foundation
Crystal Lin
Dakota Smith
Tiến sĩ Karen Su và Tiến sĩ Edwin Su
Eddie Li & Emily Zheng
Eneuri Acosta
Gabriel Xia & Crystal Tse
Gary Lin & MJ Davis Lin
Gavaskar Balasingam
Ida Liu
Janice Johnston
Jeehae Kim
Jennifer Sheng
Leo Wong
Lisa Chu và Coltrane Curtis
Manu Gayatrinath
Mari Jinojosa & Sean Hecker
Mark & Rebecca Weiser
Matthew Naclerio
Michael Jiang
Minya Oh và John McPheters
Miranda Ma
Nate Chang & Jennifer Tye
Nathan Ho
National Football League
Oaktree Capital Management
Peter Tong
Prime Finance Partners
Roger Hoàng
Sharon Lee
Shay Gao
Các công ty Estée Lauder
The Prevot Family Foundation, Inc
The Yoon Family
Third State Books (in-kind)
Tzo Ai Ang & Ken Lee
Wafra
ĐỘI NGŨ CỦA CHÚNG TÔI
Everything we achieve in our community begins with the strength and passion of our team. Through shared experience and deep knowledge, our staff of experts, educators, youth workers, and trained mental health professionals offer an unrivaled level of care. This expertise results in one-of-a-kind programming and relationship-building that helps to create a world of possibility for our youth.
STAFF
Jiyoon Chung, Giám đốc điều hành
Wendy Hu-Au, Giám đốc Phát triển
Pavan Makhija, Giám đốc Tài chính và Vận hành
Kim Thái, Giám đốc Tiếp thị
Yaya Yuan, Giám đốc Chương trình
Melissa Lee Alvey
Paul Arroy
Mikaela Chang
Shirley Trần
Emily Chow
Beau Dorien
Thomas Dupaquier
Assumpta Galang
Jason Howard
Jing-Jing Hu
Sabrina Hua
Sandy Ing
Paul Jochico
Marina Karnofsky
Atiya Khan
Leakena Khy
Erica Ji-Hyun Kim
Stephen Lai
Danny Lê
Khrystalie Le
Heather Lee
Allen Leung
Jenn Li
Ivy Li
Stephanie Loui
Haywood Matthews
Hương Nguyễn
Phùng Ninh
Grace Noh
Sarah Park
Nicole Picinich
Donna Poon
Kavita Shah
Ashwath Srivatsan
Isabelle St. Clair
Annie Tan
Gia Minh Tuân
Ashley Ye
Ellie Yeo
Ian Yu
Vicki Zheng
HỘI ĐỒNG QUẢN TRỊ
Preeti Sriratana, Chủ tịch
Eric T. Lee, Phó Chủ tịch
Kathy Wong, Thư ký
Blaise Chow, Thủ quỹ
Allister Chan
Raymond Chan
Christopher Chao
Jeff Chen
David Jar
Aya Kanai
Roy Kim
Melody Lee
Gilbert Liu
Patrick Lo
Đèo Yukari Matsuzawa
Maxine Ng Dalio
Karen Wong
Patrick Yee
Ôn Châu
HỘI ĐỒNG LIÊN KẾT
Kristen Hom, Chủ tịch
Athenie Shi, Vice Chair
Elizabeth Yan, Treasurer
Katrina Bartocillo
Lucy Cao
Jenny Chen
Christina Cheng
Bhargava Chitti
Michelle Cho
Christine Chu
Heather Deng
Sophia Hui
Do Hee Jeong
Vua Lương
Jacqueline Lương
Hannah Liou
Wesley Ru
Janelle Teng
Minh-Y Trần
Anna Dương
HỘI ĐỒNG CORNERSTONE
Frank Li
Anthony Liu
John Lu
Chia Pan
Stephanie Ngồi
Emily Tung
Jonathan Yip
Ben Zhou
NHÌN VỀ PHÍA TRƯỚC
Letter from the Director of Programs
As we close this year’s Annual Report, as Director of Programs I’ve been reflecting on how far we’ve come. Five years ago, we served 900 youth; this year, 2,700. Yet what drives me is not only growing to serve more students, but more importantly, the constancy of our care. Even as our programs, partnerships, and visibility have expanded, the heart of Apex remains the same: deep, transformative relationships with young people, whether that transformation unfolds over many years or in a single meaningful moment.
This year, the power of community has come into sharper focus through our expanded partnerships and events. Our annual Field Day event in Sunset Park brought partners and resources to a particularly under served neighborhood in Brooklyn. Winter Soulstice created space to address the critical topic of mental health, centering youth voices at a time of great uncertainty. Our For the Culture AAPI Heritage Month celebration brought us together to stand against hatred while honoring the beauty of our community. These events allowed us to meet youth where they are, celebrate our culture, and spark relationships that often become enduring cornerstones of our work. Apex’s ripple effect is profound and far-reaching.
And there is still so much work to be done. This growing need makes us even more determined as we enter the year, ready to reach more youth than ever before. We are focused on both the opportunity and the responsibility to expand our impact. With your generous support, we cannot wait to continue building limitless futures — for our youth, with our youth.
Thank you for being part of this transformative community.
— Yaya Yuan
Giám đốc Chương trình
Moving Forward Together
Photos throughout this report are by Clara Hung, Erika Kapin, Des LaFave, Sheng Lin, Angela Pham, Jayne Wexler and Brittany Winderman. Annual report design by Claire Smalley of small c studio and written by Alli Stanca. All survey results in this report draw on mixed-methods data, combining quantitative survey items (scaled questions) with qualitative feedback (open-ended comments) to elevate the voices of Apex youth, volunteers, and families. Numbers have been rounded for clarity.
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