PAST WINNERS


2012 – honoring achievements in advancing education within the Asian Pacific American community
  • Emalyn Lapus - Emerging Leadership Award
  • Elaine H. Kim - Lifetime Achievement Award
  • 4C the Power - Community Impact Award
2011 – honoring achievements and impact in providing an effective voice for Asian Pacific American news and issues
  • Lisa See - Emerging Leadership Award
  • David Louie - Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Jan Yanehiro - Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Hyphen - Community Impact Award
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