vip2012 - vietnamese in philanthropy yearbook

CayDa FoundationAsian American Center of Santa Clara County (AASC)

Cal Vietnamese Student AssociationHuong Viet Community Center

Pacific Links FoundationSan Jose State Vietnamese Student Association

San Khau Viet Cali Performing ArtsSong That Radio Program

Southeast Asia Resource Action Center (SEARAC)Southeast Asian Student CoalitionStanford Vietnamese Student AssociationUniversity of the Pacific Vietnamese Student AssociationVietnamese Reach for Health CoalitionVN CARES (Vietnamese Cancer Awareness Research & Education Society) VOVINAM Trung Truc Martial Arts

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VIP2012Vietnamese In Philanthropy Yearbook

N O R T H E R N C A L I F O R N I A

Dear Readers,

Thank you to our participants within this yearbook, and thank you to the reader for picking up a copy of this yearbook! As you can read from our mission, we’re trying to bring our Vietnamese American community a little bit closer together. A friend of ours once asked “What is there to do in the Vietnamese community?” Although we knew there were plenty of things to do, we didn’t quite know how to fit her interests to the right organization. And it dawned on us that we didn’t know a lot of organizations out there that we should’ve known. And so this yearbook will hopefully shed some light on the amazing work that people are involved in.

The main function of all nonprofit organizations is to increase people’s quality of life. We are humbled by the thought that everyone is contributing to that in both small and big ways, and so, why not recognize their work? It’s not really for awards that we recognize them, but rather to inspire others to follow in their footsteps. We at CayDa Foundation will support these wonderful individuals and organiza-tions as much as we can. We hope you find the time to get to know others in our Northern California village in building a vibrant Vietnamese community.

Although we didn’t get as many submissions this year as we had hoped, we do feel that once people get used to the idea of a yearbook, it’ll naturally grow. We already got feedback from groups wanting to see more content, such as being able to list programs and projects. Whatever suggestions you have, feel free to let us know at [email protected], and we will take it under consideration for our next yearbook edition aimed for January 2013.

Finally we would like to thank Thằng Mõ Media for supporting this project.

Sincerely,

VIP2012 Yearbook CommitteeCayDa Foundation

About the Yearbook VIP2012Vietnamese In Philanthropy Yearbook

N O R T H E R N C A L I F O R N I A

CâyĐaFoundation

MissionFounded on Valentine’s Day 2011 by young Vietnamese Americans concerned about the grievances of many individuals and organizations lamenting on the disjointed efforts at addressing issues within Vietnamese American community, CayDa Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on finding innovative ways to improve the Vietnamese American community through research, advocacy, organizational collaboration, and social entrepreneurship.

Office1150 Murphy Ave #235San Jose, CA 95131

[email protected](408) 905-8411 phone(408) 418-9888 fax

CayDa FoundationTổ Chức CâyĐa Foundation

Co-Founders & Board of DirectorsQuyen MaiExecutive DirectorBao Thien NgoSecretaryThe Anh TruongTreasurer

Fiscally sponsored under a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization

CayDa VillagersLoc NguyenVIET 211 Call OperatorTri VoLÀNG CoordinatorNgoc Pham2011 InternKaren Tang2011 Intern

MyLinh PhamCEO & Founder Tom QuanChairman of the Board of Directors

MissionThe mission of Asian American Center of Santa Clara County (AASC) is to assist and empower families and individuals through advocacy, social support services, economic development, and learning opportunities.

Office800 Peter Pan Ave San Jose, CA 95116

Mailing1735 N First St Suite 255 San Jose, CA 95112


Asian American Center of Santa Clara County (AASC)

OfficeVSA c/o ASUCUniversity of California400 Eshleman Hall, MC 4500Berkeley, CA 94720-4500

[email protected]

MissionThe Vietnamese Student Association (VSA) at the University of California, Berke-ley recognizes the importance of understanding emerging narratives about the Vietnamese American experience and offers a means for the Berkeley community to explore this culture. By promoting cooperation and bonding, this organization fosters a greater understanding of issues facing the Vietnamese and Vietnamese American community. Ultimately, Cal VSA strives to empower its members to become leaders of their communities and preserve the history and heritage of the Vietnamese culture for future generations.

Sứ MệnhHội Sinh Viên Việt Nam tại Đại Học Berkeley [Cal VSA] nhận thấy được tầm quan trọng của việc thấu hiểu những vai thoại đang nảy sinh về sự trải nghiệm của người Mỹ gốc Việt ở Hoa Kỳ và đồng thời đưa ra một hình thức để cộng đồng Berkeley có thể khám phá nền văn hóa này. Thông qua việc đẩy mạnh hợp tác và gắn kết, tổ chức này khuyến khích một sự hiểu biết sâu sắc hơn về những vấn đề mà cộng đồng người Việt cũng như là người Mỹ gốc Việt đang gặp phải. Sau cùng, hội luôn phấn đấu để thúc đẩy các thành viên trở thành những người dẫn đầu trong cộng đồng của họ và bảo tồn nét giá trị lịch sử và di sản của nền văn hóa Việt Nam cho thế hệ tương lai.

Cal Vietnamese Student AssociationHội Sinh Viên Việt Nam ở Trường Đại Học UC Berkeley

Spring 2012 OfficersRyan Quan, PresidentEmily Khuc, Internal Vice PresidentDiana Duong, External Vice PresidentNhat-Thanh Nguyen, Academic ChairVivian Vo, Culture Co-ChairRich Nam, Culture Co-ChairVickie Tran Duong, Intercollegiate Council RepresentativeTheresa M Hoang, Intercollegiate Council RepresentativeDung Hoang Le, Publications ChairDiana Tran, Publicity ChairJason Huynh, Retention ChairKhoa Dao, Retention Co-ChairSally Le, SecretaryNghia-Piotr Le, TreasurerAndre Nghiem, Web AdministratorCandace Nhung Le, Family Head

Spring 2012 InternsJune JiaoNhi NguyenLien NguyenRebecca ShirsatRichard TranJanet Ying

MissionThe mission of the Hướng Việt Community Center is to promote, advance, and support the development of the Vietnamese American Community and families through educational, social, and cultural programs. Hướng Việt seeks to advocate and encourage the active participation and full integration of Vietnamese Ameri-cans into the East Bay Community.

Sứ MệnhMục đích của trung tâm Hướng Việt là dạy dỗ khuyến khích con em và ủng hộ sự phát triển của cộng đồng Việt Mỹ và gia đình qua các chương trình giáo dục, xã hội và văn hóa. Chủ trương của Hướng Việt là khuyến khích sự tham gia tích cực để hòa nhập người Mỹ gốc Việt vào cộng đồng vùng Đông Vịnh.

MailingP.O. Box 29936Oakland, CA 94604

[email protected](510) 835-9156 phone

501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization

Huong Viet Community CenterTrung Tâm Hướng Việt

Board of Directors / Ban Chấp HànhHoàng Quốc ThịnhChair / Chủ TịchHồ Đệ TrânSecretary / Thư KýHuỳnh TàiTreasurer / Thủ QuỹLâm Trường Hỷ

Lê Đình LượngPrincipal / Hiệu TrưởngNguyễn Ngọc ThoaNguyễn PhongVõ Hồng KỳExecutive / Giám ĐốcUnpicturedNguyễn DanhVice‐Principal / Hiệu Phó


Office534 Valley WayMilpitas, CA 95035


Pacific Links Foundation

MissionFounded in 2001, Pacific Links Foundation (PALS) is a 501(c)(3) public charity whose mission is to support the sustainable development of Vietnamese com-munities and the enrichment of their cultural heritage. Through project ADAPT, PALS leads counter-trafficking efforts at the frontiers of Vietnam by increasing access to education, providing shelter and reintegration services, and enabling new economic opportunities for girls and young women. Over the past decade, Pacific Links Foundation has brought years of professional expertise to empower communities through knowledge.

Advisory BoardBetty Cohen, MSWAndrew LamLê Xuân KhoaThoa NguyễnXuân NguyễnNeal Newfield, PhDSusan Newfield, PhD

Team ADAPTDiệp N. Vương, Managing Director (USA)Phương Thảo D. Lê, Program Officer (USA)Vietnam TeamNguyễn Thị Phương Thảo, Reintegration Senior CoordinatorLillian Forsyth, Communications ManagerBùi Thị Thu Thảo, Program Coordinator – ScholarshipsNguyễn Lâm Mỹ Loan, Office ManagerSarah K. Trần, ADAPT Development OfficerTô Ngọc Minh Sương, Field Coordinator

Team ECCEÁnh Kim Trần, Coordinator (USA)Nguyễn Thị Kinh (Vietnam)Nguyễn Tri Như Quỳnh (Vietnam)Ellen J Greenblatt (USA)My Thị Nguyễn (USA)Phương Liên Ngô (USA)Ngô Thanh Giang (Vietnam)Phạm Thị Mai Loan (Vietnam)

2012–2013 Board of DirectorsQuỳnh T. TrầnCo-Founder & Board ChairDiệp N. VươngCo-Founder & Board PresidentÁnh Kim TrầnCo-Founder & Board TreasurerLang Anh PhạmBoard Secretary

Hoàng NguyễnCo-Founder & Board MemberQuyên N. VươngCo-Founder & Board MemberTuấn Đ. TrầnBoard Member

Officers 2011–2012Tan NguyenPresidentPhung My TranInternal Vice PresidentMinh LeExternal Vice PresidentVan CaoTreasurer

MissionFounded in 1978, the Vietnamese Student Association of San Jose State Univer-sity (SJSU VSA) is a student-based organization that serves the Vietnamese com-munity by preserving and promoting Vietnamese culture and traditions. We strive to maintain the Vietnamese culture to generations that were born and/or raised outside of Vietnam. We promote diversity to all ethnic groups willing to learn the Vietnamese culture. We strive to unite with other colleagues to create an en-lightening atmosphere and encourage education as well as leadership. We strive to promote cooperation, participation, and communication to work towards a common goal.

MailingVSA SJSU - Mailbox #56 C/O Student Involvement 1 Washington SqSan Jose State UniversitySan Jose, CA 95192-0038


San Jose State Vietnamese Student AssociationHội Sinh Viên Việt Nam ở Trường Đại Học San Jose State

Ngoc NghiemSecretaryAn TangFundraising ChairVy NguyenCultural Heritage ChairTuan-Anh NguyenCulture Show Chair

Chun WongActivities ChairThuy LeCommunity Service ChairAnthony NguyenIntercollegiate Council Representative

Van Pham MaiArtistic DirectorDoris NguyenTreasurerThuy HuynhAdministratorHang NguyenMarketing DirectorHoang HuynhPublic Relation

Office1048 Garrity WaySanta Clara, CA 95050



MissionSan Khau Viet Cali‘s mission involves developing and cultivating a unique style of Vietnamese-American performing arts in the Bay Area. Through theatre, Vietnam-ese-Americans can experience their own community and collective immigrant history, as well as envisioning their future. Workshops are conducted bilingually, assisting participants with communication skills that they can use in everyday life.

San Khau Viet Cali Performing ArtsSân Khấu Việt Cali

MailingP.O. Box 51679San Jose, CA 95151-5679


MissionSong That Radio Program is a grassroots Vietnamese community organization, working to increase LGBT visibility and inclusivity in the community. Song That Radio hosts a weekly Vietnamese-language radio program, focusing on enhanc-ing community awareness of LGBT issues and building the understanding bridge. Song That Radio also organizes social and other events that aim to advocate for, support, and empower the Vietnamese-American LGBT community. Song That Radio Program is based in San Jose.

Sứ MệnhSống Thật Radio Program là một cơ quan có quá trình gắn bó lâu dài với cộng đồng Việt Nam, với chủ trương nâng cao sự nhận thức và chấp nhận người Đồng Tính Luyến Aí, Lưỡng Tính, Điều Chỉnh Giới Tính (ĐTLA, LT, ĐCGT) trong cộng đồng. Sống Thật Radio đảm trách một chương trình phát thanh tiếng Việt hàng tuần, tập trung vào việc nâng cao ý thức của cộng đồng về các vấn đề liên quan tới người ĐTLA, LT, ĐCGT và tạo nhịp cầu thông cảm. Sống Thật Radio cũng tổ chức các sinh họat về xã hội cũng như những sinh họat khác để bênh vực, hỗ trợ, và tạo sức mạnh cho cộng đồng ĐTLA, LT, ĐCGT Mỹ gốc Việt. Sống Thật Radio Program có trụ sở tại San Jose.

Song That Radio ProgramChương trình phát thanh Sống Thật

Board of DirectorsPictured Left To RightVương NguyễnChair of the BoardĐức LêBoard Member & SecretaryHùng LýTreasurerTân HùynhBoard MemberUnpicturedĐức LêSecretaryCat ĐinhBoard MemberLee NgôBoard MemberSơn NguyễnExecutive Director



MissionSEARAC is a national organization that advances the interests of Cambodian, Laotian, and Vietnamese Americans by empowering communities through advo-cacy, leadership development, and capacity building to create a socially just and equitable society.

California Office1225 8th Street, Suite 590Sacramento, CA 95814


Southeast Asia Resource Action Center (SEARAC)

Board of DirectorsSarah R. KithSteve ArounsackKevin FongLinda KimCat Bao LeYuvora NongChristine PlautzCarolyn Leung RubinKim Thuy SeelingerJay W. StansellValerie TaingWayne E. WrightRattana Yeang

StaffDoua ThorExecutive DirectorQuyen DinhEducation Policy AdvocatePhuong DoDirector of Training and Technical AssistanceIvy NgoPolicy Advocate

Riamsalio (Kao) PhetchareunResearch & Special Projects ManagerFam SaeChaoOperations ManagerPang Houa Moua ToyDirector of CommunicationsJonathan TranCalifornia Policy and Program Manager

2011–2012 OfficersJeff Dam, Operations ChairLena Tú Thanh Tran, Operations ChairNathalie Chau, Finance ChairLan Ngo, Internal Relations ChairNhan Vu, Internal Relations ChairCindy Lu, External Relations ChairSevly Snguon, External Relations ChairTien Tran, External Relations ChairMichell Huynh, Southeast Asian Mentorship (SEAM) ChairMai Nguyen, Southeast Asian Graduation ChairRyan Saelee, Southeast Asian Graduation ChairEmily La, Anthology ChairKenny Hoang, Anthology Chair


MissionThe University of California, Berkeley Southeast Asian Student Coalition (SASC) was formed in 2000 by a passionate group of college students who sought to empower the Southeast Asian American community. SASC has been a coalition of dedicated people who advocate for the Southeast Asian community. SASC has many programs such as the Southeast Asian Graduation, Summer Institute, and Southeast Prison Outreach Program. All of SASC’s projects and programs reso-nate the mission statement which states: “To unite Southeast Asian communities, particularly those bounded by the historical context of the Viet Nam War, and to address the social injustices, economic inequalities, and political under-represen-tation that they face.”

Office515 Eshleman HallUC BerkeleyBerkeley, CA 94720

Mailing506 Barrows Hall #2570UC BerkeleyBerkeley, CA 94720-2570

[email protected]

Southeast Asian Student Coalition

Contactwww.stanfordvsa.org

MissionFormed in 1988, the Stanford Vietnamese Student Association (SVSA) serves as an on-campus family for its members, providing a support network and opportuni-ties to increase cultural awareness. SVSA participates in many campus activities and take an active part in the cultural, social, and political life of the Vietnamese community in Northern California. From phở outings to the Lunar New Year Festi-val, SVSA provides members with many chances to meet others, gain leadership experience, and submerge themselves in Vietnamese culture.

2011–2012 OfficersTina Duong, Co-chairKim Vu, Co-chairVan Anh Tran, Cultural CoordinatorHarrison Truong, Cultural CoordinatorNancy Pham, Culture Night CoordinatorJames Bui, Culture Night CoordinatorJanice Lan, Culture Night CoordinatorKathy Vu, Social ChairHong Ho, Public Service ChairLisa Quan, Public Service ChairHuy Phan, Publicity/HistorianAndrew Dinh, Intercollegiate CouncilNeil Luu, Financial OfficerMai Nguyen, Funding Officer / The Stanford Fund LiasonCynthia Huynh, Frosh Intern CoordinatorCindy Au, WebmasterLily Dinh, Secretary / Campus Liaison

2011–2012 InternsMai Bui, Culture Night and SocialRachel Cao, Finance and Public ServiceDavid Chiem, Culture Night and Intercollegiate CouncilVivian Ly, Public ServiceIvy Nguyen, Cultural and Intercollegiate CouncilRicky Tran, SocialAnne Tran, Cultural

Stanford Vietnamese Student Association


[email protected]/pacificvsa

2011–2012 OfficersKim NguyenPresidentApril NguyenInternal Vice PresidentJimmy NguyenExternal Vice PresidentDiane NguyenSecretary

MissionOur mission is to promote awareness of the Vietnamese culture through social involvement on campus and in the Stockton community. We strive to extend our culture by creating events in hopes of maintaining our traditions while also ap-pealing to the local youth who are not familiar with the Vietnamese culture.

University of the Pacific Vietnamese Student AssociationHội Sinh Viên Việt Nam tại University of the Pacific

Brendon NguyenTreasurerNhu Anh LePublicitySan BaoHistorianAllison DuongPacific Celebrate Diversity Representative

Thuy NguyenUnited Cultural Council RepresentativeLiza ChuIntercollegiate Council Representative

Coordinating AgencyCancer Prevention Institute of CA2201 Walnut Avenue, Suite 300Fremont, CA 94538

[email protected]

Coalition MembersMs. Ngoc Bui-Tong, ChairMs. Victoria Phan, Vice-ChairAmerican Cancer SocietyAnthem Blue Cross of CaliforniaAsian Americans for Community InvolvementCancer Prevention Institute of CaliforniaCatholic Charities-John XXIIICommunity Health Partnership, Inc.Immigrant Resettlement and Cultural CenterKaiser Permanente Medical GroupPremier Care of Northern California Group, Inc.Santa Clara County Ambulatory & Community Health ServicesSanta Clara County Public Health DepartmentSanta Clara Family Health PlanSoutheast Asian Community CenterUCSF - Vietnamese Community Health Promotion Project: Sức Khỏe Là Vàng!Vietnamese Physician Association of Northern CaliforniaVietnamese Voluntary Foundation, Inc.

Community RepresentativesHung Pham, MD, MPHKy Quoc Lai. MD, MPHThien-Nhien Luong, MPHThoa NguyenTuan Nguyen, MSW

MissionTo promote health equity among Vietnamese Americans in the Bay Area Counties of California through advocacy, education, research and collaborative efforts.

Sứ MệnhĐẩy mạnh sự đồng đều về chãm sóc sức khỏe cho người Mỹ gốc Việt trong các quận hạt tại Vùng Vịnh qua việc ủng hộ, giáo dục, nghiên cứu và nổ lực hợp tác.

Vietnamese Reach for Health CoalitionLiên Hội Bảo Vệ Sức Khỏe Cộng Đồng Việt Nam

2011–2012 OfficersAnh LePresidentVi DaoGrant Coordinator & TreasurerChau CaoSecretaryTrieu DoClinical Manager

Mailing AddressCampus Unions, CSI Box #273University of California, DavisOne Shields AvenueDavis, CA 95616-8706


MissionPaving the path for a healthier, cancer-free future, VN CARES long-term objec-tives are to reduce cancer-related disparities occurring within the Vietnamese community, ensure that all Vietnamese individuals obtain skills and knowledge to maintain a lifestyle that can help them prevent cancer, and to participate in the planning and implementation of research activities designed to identify the health care needs of the Vietnamese community.

VN CARES (Vietnamese Cancer Awareness Research & Education Society)

James LuongClinical ManagerTram DuongResearch & Education LeaderHuong PhamResearch & Education LeaderAlice NguyenRecruitment Leader

Thao PhanRecruitment LeaderJackie HaFundraising & Publicity LeaderJenny NguyenFundraising & Publicity LeaderTrung HoangWebmaster & Database


Studio2260 Quimby RoadSan Jose, CA 95122


Co-Founders &Board of DirectorsKhoa HoàngLưu TrầnLộc Nguyễn

Board of TrainersKhoa HoàngLưu TrầnLộc NguyễnĐức Đặng

MissionVOVINAM Trung Trực Martial Arts’ mission is to imitate the virtues of their Great Founder Nguyễn Lộc (1912–1960) by developing and promoting VVN-VVĐ mar-tial arts in America, not just by words but through the actions and deeds; provide a warm and encouraging environment to allow each person to learn and practice VVN-VVĐ martial arts; help everyone understand more about the history and culture of Vietnam; and develop each individual’s greatest potential in all areas of life along with a compassionate heart.

VOVINAM Trung Truc Martial ArtsVOVINAM-Việt Võ Đạo Trung Trực

Copyright 2012 CayDa FoundationProduced with support by Thằng Mõ Media

San Jose, California

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