APAPA Butte County Chapter

07/22/2026

Please see the flyer attached for the APAPA Solano County Chapter Health Professions Forum event on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, from 10 AM to 4 PM, at APAPA Headquarters (4000 Truxel Rd, Suite 3, Sacramento, CA 94834).

"The APAPA Solano Medical Forum is an event that connects students with healthcare professionals to learn about different careers and pathways in medicine. It’s a great opportunity to hear directly from professionals, ask questions, and explore the healthcare field. Food will be provided!"

For any questions regarding the event, please contact Veronica Chou of the APAPA Solano County Chapter at [email protected].

07/14/2026

Another successful APAPA Butte County Youth Leadership Academy is in the books! 🎉

On June 8, we welcomed 48 students from communities across Northern California to Chico State for a day of leadership, learning, and inspiration. Students participated in sessions on financial literacy, STEM, mental health, college admissions, high school success, architecture and interior design, and career exploration, led by outstanding professionals, educators, and student leaders.

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated speakers, panelists, volunteers, and our incredible YLA Committee—Lily Tao, Shasha Iwabuchi, Elias Hu, Aaron Liu, Kai Mattman, Zayd Mohiuddin, Kaili Nitzky, and Allison Thao—for their outstanding leadership and hard work in making this event a success.

We are also deeply grateful to our sponsors for their generous support: North Valley Community Foundation, Chico State College of Natural Sciences, Chico State Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, APIC, LaFamilia Mexican Restaurant, and Savor Ice Cream.

Valley Community Foundation

07/14/2026

We’re so proud to recognize Lily Tao for her outstanding leadership and dedication to our community!

Lily has been actively involved with the APAPA Butte County Chapter’s Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) for the past four years. As this year’s YLA Co-Chair, she led an amazing team of youth leaders to organize another successful academy last month.

In recognition of her leadership, service, and many other achievements, Lily was also selected as one of the Grand Marshals for Chico’s 4th of July Parade—an incredible honor and a well-deserved recognition.

Congratulations, Lily! Thank you for inspiring the next generation of leaders. We can’t wait to see all you’ll accomplish next! 🎉👏

07/13/2026

From Chico to Capitol Hill—look at our former intern Shrawani Thapa now!

Last summer, Shrawani Thapa interned with the Butte County Office of Education under the mentorship of Superintendent Mary Sakuma. This summer, she’s interning in Congressman Mark Takano’s Washington, D.C. office.

We’re incredibly proud of Shrawani and all she’s accomplished. Congratulations on this exciting milestone—we can’t wait to see what you do next!

07/05/2026

Happy 250th birthday to USA! Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸🎆

Today, the APAPA Butte County Chapter proudly participated in the Chico 4th of July Parade for the first time! As our chapter celebrates four years of serving the community, this was a wonderful opportunity to introduce APAPA and our mission to the Chico community.

A big shout-out to our four amazing Little Lions! 🦁 They brought incredible energy and enthusiasm, performing in the summer heat and doing an outstanding job in their lion dance costumes.

06/02/2026

📣 Registration is now open for the 2026 APAPA Youth Leadership Academy!

Middle and high school students are invited to join us on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Chico State for a free day of leadership development, college and career exploration, financial literacy, wellness, STEM activities, and more.

✨ Free admission
🍽️ Lunch provided
👨‍👩‍👧 Parents/guardians welcome to attend

Organized by the APAPA Butte County Chapter and sponsored by Chico State's Asian & Pacific Islander Council (APIC), this event is a great opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow as future leaders.

Register today: https://forms.gle/5srWqgzj4wLT1r4S8

06/02/2026

Youth Leadership Academy 2026 – Registration Now Open!
Announced on: Tuesday, June 02, 2026

The Asian Pacific American Public Affairs (APAPA) Butte County Chapter, with support from the Asian and Pacific Islander Council (APIC), is excited to invite middle and high school students to participate in the 2026 Youth Leadership Academy (YLA).

APAPA is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization founded in 2001 that is dedicated to developing the next generation of leaders through impactful leadership programs and community engagement. One of APAPA Butte County's signature programs is the Youth Leadership Academy, which is planned and led by local high school student leaders.

This year, student organizers have assembled an outstanding group of professionals, community leaders, and mentors to share their experiences and insights with participating students. Through presentations, discussions, and interactive activities, students will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills, explore future career pathways, and connect with peers who share similar interests and aspirations.

EVENT DETAILS
Date: Monday, June 8, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: 4th Floor, Science Building, California State University, Chico
Cost: Free
Lunch: Provided

Program schedule will be shared with registered participants.

Parents and guardians are welcome to attend part or all of the event.
This is a wonderful opportunity for young leaders to learn, connect, and grow while gaining valuable perspectives from accomplished professionals and community leaders.

REGISTER today!

We look forward to welcoming you and your student to this exciting day of leadership development and community engagement.

Best regards,
Jinsong Zhang
[email protected]
On behalf of the APAPA Youth Leadership Academy Committee

Join Us for an Exciting Day of Exploration and Empowerment! 🎓 🗓️ Date: Monday, June 8th, 9 am - 4 pm 📍 Location: Chico State Science Building Tentative Schedule Highlights: - Career Exploration Panel - College Application Panel - Preparing for High School (for Middle School Students) - Fi...

04/09/2026

🍒 Save the Date! 🍒

Join us for a festive **Cherry Picking Event** followed by a delightful lunch! 🌿✨

📅 **Saturday, May 30**
⏰ **10:30 AM**
📍13545 Grand Island Rd, Walnut Grove, CA

🎟 **$99 per person** (Limited to 80 guests!)

Enjoy a beautiful day outdoors while supporting a great cause — **all proceeds benefit APAPA CVRB**. ❤️

Spots are limited, so grab your tickets soon:
🔗 [https://tinyurl.com/APAPA-CHERRY-PICKING](https://tinyurl.com/APAPA-CHERRY-PICKING)

📩 To pay by check, contact: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

Let’s pick cherries, share a meal, and make a difference together! 🍒🥗



(Event details sourced from the flyer )

12/16/2025

Come out to support our local chapter today by ordering Panda Express online or on the APP. USING FUNDRAISER CODE 9010545 🐼‼️
All funds go to support our summer internship and youth leadership programs in 2026!
Share with friends and families!

06/26/2025

Just got this book in today — it’s about APAPA founder CC Yin, written by his wife Regina Yin. Can’t wait to read it! Order a copy if you can. All proceeds go to support APAPA’s mission.

A story about immigrant, C.C. Yin, and his full journey from being a poor farm boy from China to a wealthy McDonald’s businessman and political activist.