The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Employee Resource Group at Fetch is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive community for AAPI professionals. Our mission is to create a safe space where individuals can connect, share experiences, and celebrate the rich diversity of AAPI cultures. Through meaningful engagement, we aim to empower our members, provide opportunities for personal and professional growth, and promote cultural awareness within the workplace. By supporting our cause, you help build a strong, inclusive environment where AAPI voices are heard and valued. We strive to cultivate a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages dialogue, and advocates for greater representation.

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, when we celebrate how Asian and Pacific Islander communities enrich the tapestry of the US. The Mars theme for this month is Ascend Together, and our ARG has chosen to support five highly-rated Asian American non-profit organizations focused on civil rights, legal representation, education and health. Donations to this fund will be evenly distributed to the nonprofits listed here, to support and uplift the AAPI community.

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander communities in the United States. May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the U.S. on May 7, 1843, and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869 which had been primarily constructed by Chinese immigrants. In addition to Bright Funds' list of highly-rated Asian American nonprofits focused on civil rights, housing rights, legal representation, education, and cultural preservation and expression, we also added Boston-based nonprofits and organizations suggested by fellow BCAMers to the list.

In the US, May is commonly called Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month; however, here at Pinterest, we’re recognizing and celebrating not just Asian American heritage, but the rich diversity of all Asian cultures across the world. For us, this is a global moment to come together in the spirit of community and solidarity, and to create belonging and a safe and positive space. This year our theme is Fulfill Yourself, but let's show everyone how Pinterest can fulfill not only ourselves but also fulfill others by donating whatever you are able to help support the global Asian community.

Over the past few months, there has been an increase in violence against Asian Americans. Just yesterday, eight people, mostly Asian American women were killed in an attack that is being investigated as a hate crime. We condemn the Anti-Asian violence and stand with our Asian colleagues and the Asian-American Community. We're highlighting these organizations to provide immediate support to the Asian Community.

May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the U.S. on May 7, 1843, and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869 which had been primarily constructed by Chinese immigrants. While discrimination has been present since then, the violence and hate toward the AAPI community has only escalated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bright Funds has established the 2021 AAPI Heritage Month Fund, composed of highly-rated Asian American nonprofits focused on civil rights, housing rights, legal representation, education, and cultural preservation and expression, all to amplify the community’s voice. Through a single tax-deductible donation to the Fund you will support a group of nonprofits that are working to eliminate discrimination and lift the voices of the AAPI community.

Please help us make a monetary contribution to non-profit organizations that help the AAPI community nationally.

Lunar New Year is a multi-week event that is considered one of the most important annual celebrations among East and Southeast Asian cultures and communities, though it is celebrated across the globe. Lunar New Year is typically celebrated with wishes for prosperity and good luck in the new year, while spending time with loved ones and paying homage to past generations through a plethora of traditional foods, activities and events. Lunar New Year is the all-encompassing term to represent the vast number of communities that observe the lunar calendar, and traditions vary across cultures. The Lunar New Year Fund was created to spotlight AAPI-led organizations across the country who provide support and resources to Asian-American communities, celebrate and uplift Asian culture, and fight for Asian representation, justice, and equality.