Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS)

10/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 2026 ACRS Annual Benefit Gala and made it such a meaningful evening of community, courage, and connection.

We asked our community to see what we're up against right now, and they answered. Attendance was one of the strongest in recent history, a powerful reflection of our community's solidarity.

The cuts to public funding and Medicaid we described at the gala are deep, and no single evening or organization can make up the difference. Community support gives ACRS flexibility to serve people facing barriers and disparities, from mental health care and food assistance to legal services, citizenship support, workforce development, and more.

We were honored to celebrate Karen Narasaki, whose decades of civil rights leadership have opened doors for our communities nationwide. Karen reminded us that progress is never fully won—it takes vigilance and people willing to keep showing up to protect it.

In gratitude, we presented her with a kintsugi plate, made using the Japanese art of mending broken pottery with gold so the repair becomes part of its story rather than something to hide. A fitting image for this moment: when things are broken, we come together to repair what we can and carry the work forward.

Your voice matters as much as your gift. In the coming weeks, we'll share simple ways to speak up for our communities. Follow along so you don't miss them.

Thank you for standing with ACRS. 💛

📸 Event photos: bit.ly/ACRS2026GalaAlbum Photo booth: bit.ly/ACRS2026PhotoBooth 360 video booth: bit.ly/ACRS2026Gala360Video
💛 Online giving remains open through October at bit.ly/ACRS2026GalaDonate.

Thank you to our generous sponsors for making the evening possible:
PREMIER: tms | Amazon.com | Asians at Amazon | Google | UPS
ADVOCATE: EvergreenHealth | Gates Foundation | Morrison Foerster | Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
PARTNER: All Ways Caring HomeCare | JPMorganChase | Keller Rohrback | Liberty Mutual | Morgan Stanley | PepsiCo | Uwajimaya
COMMUNITY PARTNER: Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP | East West Bank | Inatai Foundation | Viet-Wah | SEIU 775 | United Way of King County | USI Kibble & Prentice
NONPROFIT PARTNER: Asia Pacific Cultural Center | Chinese Information and Service Center | Indian American Community Services | International Community Health Services | Kin On Health Care Center | Korean American Coalition Washington | OneAmerica
PHOTO BOOTH SPONSOR: Winnie's The Booth

10/06/2026

10/04/2026

That’s a Wrap… and we danced into the ACRS Gala after-party. Thank you to every guest, speaker, sponsor, donor, volunteer and staff member who filled the Hyatt Regency Bellevue with so much heart. Together we raised critical funds for hope, opportunity and continued impact. More photos coming soon.

10/04/2026

This is what community looks like. When ACRS asked the room to stand up for the services our communities need to heal, belong and thrive, the room answered.

10/04/2026

Connection is the whole point. Every year, ACRS reaches more than 40,000 people across King County, with direct services in more than 40 languages. Tonight we're celebrating the community that makes that possible.

10/04/2026

The 2026 ACRS Gala is officially underway. Can’t wait to see you all.

09/30/2026

This week we were thrilled to welcome six new interns as they begin their practicum in our Adult Mental Health and Youth Programs. A big thank you to Lyn, Dahlan, Andy, Dom, Kathleen, and Yuzuha for choosing to learn and grow with us. We're so grateful to have you as part of the ACRS family! 💛

09/29/2026

The ACRS Annual Benefit Gala (bit.ly/ACRS2026Gala)is almost here! Whether or not you’re able to join us, you can be part of the celebration by bidding in our online silent auction or making a gift today to help ACRS reach our fundraising goal. Every bid and donation helps strengthen the support available to our communities.

At a time when families are facing growing uncertainty and barriers to essential resources, ACRS remains committed to making sure people can access the services and support they need. Your generosity helps provide food assistance, mental health care, citizenship support, and other vital safety-net services that help individuals and families navigate challenging times.

DONATE NOW: bit.ly/ACRS2026GalaDonate

The Online Silent Auction Is Open!

Start bidding now on exciting experiences and special treasures, including:
• Private Raku pottery experience for 10
• Korean makgeolli-making experience by Rainbrew
• Stunning topaz earring and necklace set from Jeweler Frank Lau
• Exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of The Reef at the Seattle Aquarium

BID NOW: acrs2026.ggo.bid

The online silent auction closes at 6:25 p.m. this Saturday, so place your bids before time runs out!

If you’re attending the Gala, you’ll also have the opportunity to bid on live auction packages, including a culinary journey with Chef Christina Ariokiasamy, a farm-to-table feast at Manakai Farms, a dreamy Deming vacation rental, and a private Seattle Kraken suite at Climate Pledge Arena.

Can’t make it to the Gala? You can still take part by arranging a proxy bidder. Email us at [email protected] for details.

Together, we can turn generosity into meaningful support for our communities and help ACRS continue delivering services that create hope, opportunity, and brighter futures for tens of thousands.

Special thanks to our event sponsors:
PREMIER: tms | Amazon | Asians at Amazon | Google | UPS
ADVOCATE: EvergreenHealth | Gates Foundation | Morrison Foerster | Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
PARTNER: All Ways Caring HomeCare | JPMorganChase | Keller Rohrback | Liberty Mutual | Morgan Stanley | PepsiCo | Uwajimaya
COMMUNITY PARTNER: East West Bank | Inatai Foundation | Viet-Wah | SEIU 775 | United Way of King County | USI Kibble & Prentice
NONPROFIT PARTNER: Asia Pacific Cultural Center | Chinese Information and Service Center | Indian American Community Services | International Community Health Services | Kin On Health Care Center | Korean American Coalition Washington | OneAmerica
PHOTO BOOTH SPONSOR: Winnie's The Booth

09/25/2026

Need extra support buying groceries? You and your family may qualify for Basic Food/SNAP monthly benefits. ACRS can help you apply!

09/24/2026

🏮We had a wonderful Sunday at the Mercer Island Mid-Autumn Festival! 🌕

So many amazing performances, and we were thrilled to hand out tons of our Walk for Rice temporary tattoos and made-on-the-spot buttons for families. Thank you Mercer Island Chinese Association for having us and to everyone who stopped by our booth to say hello! 🙏