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APAPA partners support education, leadership, and representation across generations.

EXPAND student access to leadership and civic education

FUND internships and creative workforce pathways

ELEVATE voices through arts, media, and storytelling

STRENGTHEN professional leadership and cross-sector collaboration

2026 National Programs & Educational Impact

APAPA’s 2026 national programming is rooted in education across multiple sectors — supporting students, emerging leaders, creatives, and established professionals through learning, engagement, and leadership development.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP & CIVIC EDUCATION

Youth Leadership Academy

January – March 2026

Spring, Summer & Fall Internship Programs

April – November 2026

Summer Leadership Invitational

July 2026

CIVIC LEARNING & PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT

2026 Gubernatorial Forum

April 2026

2026 Gubernatorial Debate

August 2026

ARTS, MEDIA, & CREATIVE EDUCATION

APAPA Film Internship Program

2026

Cultural Arts in the Park Series

May – September 2026

PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP & BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT

APAPA Business Council Roundtable

October 2026

SPONSORSHIP TIERS AND BENEFITS

PLATINUM - $500,000+

Be the flagship partner of APAPA, the leading voice and connector of communities nationwide. This premier sponsorship ensures unmatched visibility, influence, and access:

  • Presenting Sponsor recognition across all APAPA events and platforms (website, social media, marketing campaigns, and event signage)

  • VIP front-row tables at APAPA events alongside keynote speakers and honorees

  • Luxury accommodations for up to 10 guests per APAPA event

  • Opportunity to present high-profile awards, placing your brand at the center of recognition

  • Custom co-branded content across APAPA’s digital channels

  • Evergreen recognition at APAPA HQ, solidifying your legacy as a champion of the API community

diamond - $250,000+

Position your organization as a key national partner of APAPA, with unparalleled visibility and engagement:

  • Prominent sponsor recognition across all or select events and platforms

  • VIP tables and exclusive access to honorees and leadership

  • Accommodations for up to 6 guests per APAPA event

  • Opportunity to present awards, demonstrating your commitment to community excellence

  • Co-branded content across APAPA social media and newsletters

gold - $100,000+

Elevate your brand as a leader supporting the next generation of leaders:

  • Sponsor recognition across select events and platforms

  • VIP tables with priority seating

  • Accommodations for 4 guests per event

  • VIP Access & Photo Opportunities with APAPA leadership and community leaders

  • Inclusion in APAPA social media and newsletters

silver - $50,000+

Gain high-profile visibility and access to APAPA’s national network:

  • Sponsor recognition across select events and platforms

  • Reserved table and VIP access

  • Accommodations for 2 guests per event

  • VIP Access & Photo Opportunities

  • Inclusion in APAPA social media & newsletters

champion - $25,000+

Show your commitment as a dedicated supporter of APAPA’s mission:

  • Reserved table and VIP access

  • Sponsor recognition across select events and platforms

  • VIP Access & Photo Opportunities

  • Recognition in APAPA newsletter

bronze - $10,000+

Amplify your brand and connect directly with civic leaders:

  • Table (up to 4 guests) and VIP access

  • Sponsor recognition across select events and platforms

  • VIP Access & Photo Opportunities

  • Newsletter recognition

pearl - $5,000+

  • Table (up to 2 guests) and VIP access

  • Sponsor recognition across select events and platforms

  • VIP Access & Photo Opportunities

NATIONAL PARTNERSHIP CONTACT

Sonny Mehrtash

National President

Asian Pacific American Public Affairs (APAPA)

📧 sonny.mehrtash@apapa.org

📞 +1 (559) 288-8181

Betty & Felix Lin

East West Bank

Golden State Leadership Council

Wildfire Defense Insurance Services

Sutter Health - Valley Area

Smile Business Products

BPM Rentals

Pegasus Bakery & Cafe

Family X

Nick Bavaro

Yogi Chugh

Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho

Jack Shi

Emily Eseltine

Lisa & Richard Rico

Denny & Julie Tuan

Ram Thanapandian

Hanson Wong

Chun Yi

CAMAC

CSUS

RAM

SCIFA

CAPA

CAPITAL

Cafe La Vies

Sutter Club

RD Winery

Baboy Boys

Fujiya Restaurant

Sunset-White Wine XEN

First Citizens Bank

RE/Max Gold Yuba City

Home Instead Senior Care

California State Railroad Museum

California Acupuncture Board

Galaxy Solutions

Everett Newman Jr

Kenneth Fong, PhD

Data Center Interworks

Desert Capital Management

Michael Wilson

Paul Hsu

Paul Yin

Harry & Evelyn Chien

Everett Newman Jr.

Sapra & Navarra Law Firm

Anil Yadav

Vivek Mohan

Karanbir Singh Dosanjh

Reynolds Law Firm

Tonnessen Consulting, LLC

Alameda County Assessor Phong La

Former Councilmember Steve Hansen

Congressmember Mike Thompson

Asian Resources, Inc

Asian American Business Club

Asian American Hotel Owners Association

Sacramento National Action Network

OCA Sacramento Chapter

NorCal Venture Forum

Visions In Education

Limelight Promo

AlphaX RE Capital

Republic Services

Linda Ng

Chester Wang

Cathy C. Tang

Nick Bavaro

Yogi Chugh

Peter & Eleanor Chiang

Donglan Tian

Frank Sim (APOA)

Alan Wei

Hong Gen Chen

Bhagdeep Dhaliwal

Amrit Saran

Thank you for your generous support.