Asian American Community Fund of Pennsylvania (c3)
2024 Programs
We build power for APIs across Pennsylvania by providing culturally competent, linguistically accessible messaging in 20 languages, ensuring our communities are knowledgeable about issues and candidates. Focusing on Democracy Defense, Climate Equity, Save Chinatown, and Justice for Christian Hall, we‘ll educate and empower our people to vote for progressive candidates.
Mission
Asian Pacific Islander Political Alliance’s (API PA) mission is to build long-term power for APIs in Pennsylvania by coordinating political, electoral, and legislative work to hold our elected officials accountable; engaging in culturally competent and linguistically accessible direct voter contact with our communities; and building solidarity with other aligned communities of color across the state.
Budget Size: Large: Previous year budget > $3M
States Engaged: PA
Geographic Density Focus: Rural / Suburban / Small city (<100k), Urban – Large city or suburb of large city (>100k)
Core Constituencies: Immigrant, AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander)
Leadership Diversity: BIPOC-led, Women-led, Queer-led, Youth-led (aged 15-35)
Top Priority Issues: Civic engagement, Voter participation, Racial justice
Lead Contact:
Mohan Seshadri, Executive Director, he/they, mohan@apipennsylvania.org
Last Updated: February 14, 2025

