Get a Stay Angry Shirt and Support API Forward Movement

Proceeds will go community programs including the Eaton Fire Food Response Fund.

Purchase a t-shirt and support a great organization doing incredible, vital community work.

Through the rest of April, proceeds from all sales of Stay Angry shirts (and hoodies) will be donated to Asian Pacific Islander Forward Movement, a Los Angeles-area based nonprofit that is working for health equity, the environment, food access, and social justice. API Forward Movement cultivates healthy, long-lasting, and vibrant Asian and Pacific Islander communities through community-centered engagement, education, and advocacy.

In addition to a variety of ongoing programs advocating for fresh food, health access, and livable communities, APIFM's Eaton Fire Food Response Fund supports immediate and long-term food needs for San Gabriel Valley community members affected by the fire. APIFM is partnering with local restaurants and non-profit organizations to provide culturally relevant cooked meals, meal vouchers, and produce bags to community members as they recover and rebuild.

Long after these devastating fires have faded from headlines, there are still good people out there doing the work on the ground. To be honest, I meant to post this fundraiser a long time ago, but like so many things, it got pushed back by... all the things. But I'm hoping you'll lend some support to API Forward Movement and order a shirt. You can also donate directly to API Forward Movement.

And to learn more API Forward Movement's work, follow on Facebook and Instagram.

Breaking Stereotypes When It Matters Most

Heroes from Houston's restaurant industry step up during Hurricane Harvey. Guest Post by Thomas Nguyen.



Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas on August 25, 2017, and is likely to be the costliest natural disaster in U.S. history. Harvey dumped more than 50 inches of rainfall in Houston, Texas, causing catastrophic flooding and damage to over 200,000 homes and businesses.

With over 12,000 restaurants that include everything from Ethiopian, Pakistani, barbeque, Viet-Cajun, Tex-Mex, to South African, Houston has unofficially become the most diverse city in America. But what makes Houston unique isn't just the diversity of cultures and people, it is seeing everyone come together in times of tragedy, catastrophe and chaos. Among the overwhelming number of inspirational and heroic stories during Harvey these past few weeks were chefs, owners and volunteers from Houston's burgeoning restaurant industry.

A handful of these stories involving Asian Americans stood out to me. Not because they were more significant than any others, but because they demonstrated traits that went against typical Asian American stereotypes. These individuals were not weak, silent or passive. They were leaders, they were compassionate, and they wholeheartedly contributed to those who needed help.

HOPE for Typhoon Haiyan, November 24

100% of proceeds will be donated to International Rescue Committee and BKP California



Another great fundraising event for disaster relief... For folks in Southern California, you're invited to Hope for Typhoon Haiyan, a benefit event featuring live performances from the Pharcyde, Mike Relm, DJ Rhettmatic and many more, plus music, food, and a raffle with great prizes including Lakers tickets. It's happening Sunday, November 24 at the Spirit House in Monterey Park. Here are some more details:

Buy a Dragon Boy t-shirt for Philippines typhoon relief

Martin Hsu will donate 200% of all proceeds to Doctors Without Borders



Our friend Martin Hsu, who makes wonderful, whimsical illustrations, recently launched his own campaign to raise funds for typhoon relief in the Philippines. Now until Thanksgiving, 200% of all proceeds from sales of his signature "Dragon Boy" t-shirts (available in both men's and women's styles) will be donated to Doctors Without Borders' emergency response fund for Philippines typhoon relief. Just like the flyer says.

Head over to Martin's website to do a little shopping for a good cause.

Beware of disaster fraud in the wake of Typhoon Haiyan

Justice Department warns of potential for fraudulent activity pertaining to relief efforts.



In the devastating aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan, one of the worst natural disasters the region has ever seen, the international community has stepped up efforts to offer help and send relief through various fundraising events and donation drives. There are a lot of great organizations you can make donations to, but my household is supporting the work of the National Alliance for Filipino Concerns.

That said, the Department of Justice, the FBI and the National Center for Disaster Fraud remind the public that there is a potential for disaster fraud in the aftermath of a natural disaster. Suspected fraudulent activity pertaining to relief efforts associated with Typhoon Haiyan should be reported to the 24-hour toll-free NCDF hotline at 866-720-5721.

Before making a donation of any kind, the NCDF suggests adhering to certain guidelines:

help: Benefit Concert for Burma and Sichuan

Just a reminder for folks in the Bay Area... This weekend, check out a cool event for a good cause. Over twenty community and professional organizations are partering up with AsianWeek to present help: Benefit Concert for Burma and Sichuan, Saturday, August 2 at Glas Kat Nightclub in San Francisco.

Watch a promotional video for the event: