sponsorship opportunities
Your donation helps fuel the next generation of leaders.
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.