CBCAC empowers the Chinese American community to use their voice.

Our mission is to unite the resources of member organizations and individual members to empower the Chinese American community in Greater Chicago.

Our impact in 2024

In 2024, CBCAC focused on turning out the vote, expanding small business support and digital literacy programming, and combating misinformation in the Chinese American community.

6,000+

touch points with eligible voters for the general election

150+

community members who were provided 1:1 assistance

100+

published articles on WeChat to combat misinformation

20+

small businesses supported through our incubator

85+

youth empowered to become civic leaders

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Our Work

CBCAC seeks to equip each community member with the knowledge and tools they need to be engaged citizens who know their rights and can actively participate in society. We do this through civic education, voter engagement, civic leadership training, policy advocacy, and community planning

Civic Education

From voter registration to town halls and listening sessions, we provide equitable opportunities for residents to contribute to civic discourse and give input to governmental programs.

Community member holding up sign that says "we want a voice"

Civic Leadership

We develop the next generation of civic leaders by building youth power, voice, and community.

Two Chinatown youth community members at event

Community Planning

We work towards an equitable and sustainable future for Chinatown by leading urban planning and development efforts.

CanalPOP! opening ceremony ribbon cutting

“What I love about CBCAC is their dedication to the community, the very same community I grew up in…Now more than ever, I want to be involved in shaping and assisting community members, especially immigrant and working families.”

— Community Member

Your support means the world to us!

Donate now to direct more resources to our immigrant community! Your donation will help us reach more voters, residents, youth, and seniors to be engaged and heard.

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