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Last update: May 3, 2008

Arcadia Chinese Association

Mission Statement
  • To seek peace and minimize racism, cultural biases, and racial segregation
  • To assist the Chinese immigrants to assimilate into the American culture and tradition through our sponsored events.
  • To involve the non-Chinese communities in Chinese cultural events in hopes that they will better understand and respect the Chinese culture and tradition.
  • To support Arcadia education, community fundraising and social/cultural events.
  • To encourage community involvement with honors and scholarships.

    History
    The Arcadia Chinese Association (ACA), a nonprofit organization since 1982, has dedicated its services and support to an array of different programs, service departments, and organizations within its community. Its mission is to help the community better understand and give respect for cultural diversity, in hopes of promoting community development and peace.

    Activities/Achievements/Awards
    Every year, the Arcadia Chinese Association sponsors events such as the City Employee Luncheon, Law Day, Senior Citizen Party, and Chinese New Year Activity. On Halloween Day, members of the Association participate in giving candies to the children at the Santa Anita Westfield Mall. It has supported and funded the Arcadia City, Police Department, Dire Department, library, Arboretum, school district, Arcadia Education Foundation, Red Cross, Methodist Hospital, Arcadia High School Chinese Parents Booster Club, Arcadia Music Club, Athletic Booster Club, Lion's Club and Boys Scouts.

    website: www.arcadiachineseassociation.org