2,700
Youth served
1,000
volunteers engaged
Our most impactful Year Yet
140
youth supported with 心理健康服务
100
Families supported through community events
我们的承诺
执行主任来信
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,
执行主任
- Jiyoon Chung、
To learn more about Jiyoon’s journey, watch her speech from last year’s Gala 
here >
THE NEED FOR APEX FOR YOUTH?
我们的使命
Apex for Youth 致力于帮助来自低收入和移民背景的亚裔美国青少年，激发他们今天的潜能和明天的可能。
每两人中就有一个
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.
我们的影响
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.
的青少年在 Apex 接触到了新的机会和体验。
的青少年与能够为其提供支持和指导的成年人建立了关系。
的高中毕业生表示，通过在 Apex 的经历，他们为自己发声时更有信心了。
的高中生按时毕业，而纽约市亚裔学生的按时毕业率为 89%。
of graduating high school seniors enrolled in college , compared to 63% of Asian youth nationally.
的校友具有社区意识，会向 Apex 或其他组织捐赠时间或资源。
我们的覆盖范围
Since our launch in 曼哈顿 in 1992, Apex has continued to meet the critical and evolving needs of our community by expanding in-person programming to 布鲁克林 (2019) and 皇后区 (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:
曼哈顿
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.
皇后区
Served youth in 3rd and 4th grade in Flushing through Elementary and athletics programs, offering year-round programming for the first time this year.
布鲁克林
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 国家线上辅导项目 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
展望未来
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.
我们的方法
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.
Apex历程
连接网络和资源以实现目标
培养自主意识并关注未来
建立积极的认同感和健康的人际关系
探索兴趣并培养归属感
展望未来
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.
初级小学
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.
的青少年与他们的志愿者的关系是积极的。
的家庭表示，他们参加小学探索者项目的孩子能更好地分享想法和兴趣。
的青少年对他们所在的社区以及如何回馈社区有了更多了解。
“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
中学
建立积极的认同感和健康的人际关系
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.
的青少年开始将挑战视为学习和成长的机会。
的青少年希望再次参加 Apex 的项目。
的青少年表示，因为 Apex，他们今年自我感觉良好。
“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
高中
培养自主意识并关注未来
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.
的高中生按时毕业，而纽约市亚裔学生的按时毕业率为 89%。
的青少年高中毕业后升入大学，而全美亚裔青少年的大学入学率为 63%
的监护人表示，他们的孩子变得更愿意与成年人交谈。
“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
青年期
连接网络和资源以实现目标
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.
的青少年获得了大学第一年的助学金或奖学金（无需偿还），而全美平均水平为 77%。
的校友具有社区意识，会向 Apex 或其他组织捐赠时间或资源。
的校友认为，在 Apex 的经历让他们对自己的职业道路更加满意。
“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 心理健康服务 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
要点
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.
第 33 届灵感奖颁奖晚会
On April 10, 2025, Apex’s 33rd Inspiration Awards Gala at Cipriani South Street celebrated with the theme of 无畏一代, featuring honorees ︎ Suni Lee, Olympic gold medalist, and ︎ Joan Shigekawa, former Acting Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts. ︎ 阿什利-叶, 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.
Apex 精英
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 >
亚洲风情
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.
财务概览
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 >
展望未来
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.
感恩
$250,000+
匿名
保证担保
张氏家族基金会
Chia Family Foundation
J.T. Tai & Co.基金会
Stephanie Ng 和 Richard Li
$100,000+
Hearst Foundation
Joe & Lily Wong
凯伦和罗伯特-李
Liu Kou-Chun Educational Foundation
Merkley+Partners
旧机器（实物）
RSM US Foundation
$50,000-$99,999
阿尔杰投资管理公司
黑石慈善基金会
Din Tai Fung
Ford Foundation
Hajin Lee & Michael Chung
Jennifer Prosek，Prosek Partners
Kent Hospitality Group (in-kind)
Matthew & Janet Thompson
Michael Li
Kevin D. Eng 和 Un Hae Song 基金会
$25,000-$49,999
亚历克斯-阿尔杰和丹-钟
Allison Chou & Michael Chan
匿名
Ben Xiao & Tracy Kwan
蓝猫头鹰资本
CAIPA
Charlene Wang
达里奥慈善基金会
Derek & Tiffany Liu
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
杰伊和索尼娅-金家庭基金会
肯尼迪家族
凯易律师事务所
瑞生律师事务所
Lisa Qi
摩根士丹利
Partners Group
Peter & Shirley Ma
Prudential Foundation
Russ Chong
道明证券
The Barbie Dream Gap Fund, a project of Mattel
迪克体育用品基金会
梅泉基金会
The Schulke Inn Family
TPG
吴氏家族慈善基金会
吴氏家族慈善基金
$15,000-$24,999
AMC 网络
BD Wong (in-kind)
布鲁明戴尔百货公司
资本集团
Edward & Elaine Cong
Freedom Together Foundation
古德温-普罗克特
摩根大通银行
Julia Chiang & KAWS
Kathleen Hou & Daniel Martin
马歇尔-韦斯
Melissa & Alec Gunn
Mercedes-Benz (direct support and in-kind)
米勒克诺尔基金会
MUFG
Olympus Partners
Paypal Giving Fund
PwC
斯蒂芬-张
Virtu Financial
华平有限责任公司
威嘉律师事务所
$10,000-$14,999
王亚伦
Affirm Cares
爱丽桥集团
匿名 (2)
Antares Capital LP
波士顿咨询公司
Brian & Jennifer Rebello
Brian Cho
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
Dana Johnson
戴维斯-波尔克
Edward Cheng 和 Mary Chen 家族基金会
DK Construction One Corp
Edward Cheng 和 Mary Chen 家族基金会
狂热者基金会
GLG
Global Atlantic Financial
指导点
Janelle Teng & Jeff Eng
Jerry Lee
乔纳森-陈
Joseph Handleman I Believe in You Trust
Karen & Samuel Choi
毕马威会计师事务所
Lauren & Andrew Kim Will & Emery
Lauren & Andrew Kim
Madison Square Garden Sports
McDermott Will & Emery
NIKE, Inc.
Oakley
OC&C Strategy Consultants
Olivia Song
希拉和罗恩-马塞洛
Sung Lee, SungBeats (in-kind)
The Lede Company
玛格丽特和丹尼尔-勒布基金会
Thomas & Leanne Chin
West Monroe
$5,000-$9,999
姚金
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
Karen Su 博士和 Edwin Su 博士
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 和 Coltrane Curtis
Manu Gayatrinath
Mari Jinojosa & Sean Hecker
Mark & Rebecca Weiser
Matthew Naclerio
Michael Jiang
吴敏雅和约翰-麦克菲特斯
马米兰达
Nate Chang & Jennifer Tye
Nathan Ho
National Football League
Oaktree Capital Management
Peter Tong
Prime Finance Partners
罗杰-黄
Sharon Lee
Shay Gao
雅诗兰黛公司
The Prevot Family Foundation, Inc
The Yoon Family
Third State Books (in-kind)
安造爱和李健
Wafra
我们的团队
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，执行主任
发展部主任 Wendy Hu-Au
Pavan Makhija，财务与运营总监
Kim Thai，营销总监
Yaya Yuan，计划主任
梅利莎-李-阿尔维
保罗-阿罗伊
张美嘉
陈雪莉
Emily Chow
Beau Dorien
Thomas Dupaquier
阿苏姆普塔-加朗
Jason Howald
Jing-Jing Hu
Sabrina Hua
Sandy Ing
保罗-乔奇科
玛丽娜-卡诺夫斯基
Atiya Khan
Leakena Khy
Erica Ji-Hyun Kim
黎志文
Danny Le
Khrystalie Le
希瑟-李
Allen Leung
Jenn Li
Ivy Li
Stephanie Loui
海伍德-马修斯
Huong Nguyen
丰宁
格蕾丝-诺
萨拉-帕克
尼科尔-皮奇尼奇
Donna Poon
卡维塔-沙阿
Ashwath Srivatsan
伊莎贝尔-圣克莱尔
陈安妮
段嘉明
阿什利-叶
杨爱丽
Ian Yu
Vicki Zheng
董事会
Preeti Sriratana，主席
Eric T. Lee，副主席
Kathy Wong，秘书
Blaise Chow，财务主管
Allister Chan
陈伟文
克里斯托弗-赵
杰夫-陈
戴维-贾
金井绫
罗伊-金
Melody Lee
Gilbert Liu
Patrick Lo
松泽由香里通行证
Maxine Ng Dalio
Karen Wong
Patrick Yee
Wen Zhou
联席董事会
Kristen Hom，主席
Athenie Shi, Vice Chair
Elizabeth Yan, Treasurer
卡特里娜-巴托西罗
Lucy Cao
陈珍妮
Christina Cheng
巴尔加瓦-奇蒂
Michelle Cho
Christine Chu
Heather Deng
Sophia Hui
Do Hee Jeong
梁景
杰奎琳-梁
Hannah Liou
韦斯利-鲁
Janelle Teng
Minh-Y Tran
杨安娜
基石理事会
李烨
刘炳章
John Lu
奇亚盘
史蒂芬妮-薛
董慧卿
Jonathan Yip
Ben Zhou
展望未来
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
计划主任
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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