By Neel Saxena, Executive Director Aspire to LEAD is about getting involved with Asian American LEAD to impact the lives of low-income and underserved Asian Pacific American youth. One of the ways to get involved is joining AALEAD at a powerful 1-hour fundraising breakfast on March 22, 2017 at 8:00 am at Top of the […]
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By Stephanie Lim, Mentoring & Volunteer Programs Coordinator Photos Courtesy of Stephanie Lim This past week marked many celebrations. As we wrap up National Mentoring Month at AALEAD, I’m glad to have the opportunity to publicly appreciate our Mentors, whose victories and accomplishments occur in conversations, laughter, and moments of sharing with their mentees. […]
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By Eugene K., Current VA Youth Mentee Photo Courtesy of Eugene This last youth mentee spotlight this month comes from Eugene, who is dual-enrolled in our Mentoring Program and our VA after-school program. Eugene is an instantly recognizable member of our AALEAD Family – he’s rarely seen without his headphones, which sit firmly around his neck, […]
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By Tina Ngo, Mentoring & Volunteer Programs Manager Photos Courtesy of AALEAD Staff There have been many things that I’ve learned over the course of my time at Asian American LEAD (AALEAD), but one lesson in particular will always stand out to me. During an after school program session, a young person and I had […]
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