PAST WINNERS


As part of the official celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, the purpose of this Awards program is to honor individuals and organizations whose contributions have resulted in distinct and lasting impact to the benefits of the Asian Pacific American community in San Francisco. Each year, the Awards criteria are determined pursuant to the theme of the year’s celebration.

2010 – honoring achievements and impact in fostering unity within the Asian Pacific American community
  • Thomas Li - Emerging Leadership Award
  • Dr. Edward Chow - Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Asian & Pacific Islander Wellness Center - Community Impact Award
2009 – honoring a community organization whose programs and services have a measurable and lasting impact on the entire Asian Pacific American community
  • The Asian American Donors Program
2008 – honoring an individual whose achievements exemplify the theme Celebrate Heritage, Celebrate Legacy
  • Ted Fang
2007 - honoring individuals and organizations for outstanding community service
  • Benny Wong, Community Hero Award
  • Deepa Sharma, Youth Activist Award
  • Pacific Asian American Women Bay Area Coalition (PAAWBAC), Exemplary Organization Award
2006 – honoring individuals at age 100 for a century of community contributions
  • Ms. Jie Ying Li
  • Mrs. Lu Chu Wong Ng
  • Mrs. Misao Fuijtako Sarminento