GRAPF.ORG

GRAND RAPIDS ASIAN PACIFIC FOUNDATION

EST. 2017

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What is grapf?

Grand Rapids Asian Pacific Foundation (GRAPF) is a community-based 501c3 nonprofit organization that strives to promote cultural awareness and provide vital resources to support the thriving AAPI community in Grand Rapids and the surrounding areas. Our ultimate mission is to ensure that our community has access to opportunities that lead to financial stability and the ability to achieve their full potential, both today and in the future.

GRAPF's focus is primarily on three areas that are essential to achieving our goals:

At GRAPF, we are committed to ensuring the ongoing success of the AAPI community in Grand Rapids and the surrounding areas. Diversity is a strength; we can all rise together as a community. To this end, we actively seek to collaborate with diverse communities outside the AAPI community to promote cross-cultural understanding and create opportunities for all community members to thrive.

We aim to unite people, foster collaboration, and create a more vibrant and inclusive community through our cultural events, business development initiatives, and talent development programs. By working together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Our goal is to create a lasting impact on the communities of West Michigan. You can help us achieve this by volunteering, attending events, or donating. Working together, we can make a positive difference, and your support is priceless.

Prepare for the ultimate two-day water adventure and celebration at our third annual Global Water Fest!

Presented by Downtown Grand Rapids INC.

July 29-30 Canal Park - Free attend, OPEN TO ALL.

New this year - Community dragon boat paddling, canoes, and kayaks are available through GR Outdoors, and paddle boards are provided by 4the22.


July 29 Schedule:

8 am to 9 am: Community river clean-up open invitation (everyone is welcome)
9:30 am: Grand opening ceremony - Awakening the dragon
10 am: Dragon boat races begin
10 am to 3 pm: Dragon boat races, live entertainment, storytelling, cultural and contemporary performances
3:15 pm: Final Race - Top 4 teams compete for placement
4 pm to 5:30 pm: Paddle board lessons, yoga, open community dragon boat rides, photo opportunity
5:30 pm: Awards ceremony
5:30 pm to 7 pm: Community Luau Party (everyone is welcome)
July 30 Schedule:
11 am to 12 pm: Community river clean-up invitation
12 pm to 5 pm: Youth races, open community dragon boat rides, community games, and live entertainment.

Are you interested in becoming a foundation partner or sponsoring our festival?

Please email Ace@grapf.org

Here is a list of our initiatives:

● September 25, 2021 - Global Water Fest Partner and dragon boat race producer

● March 20, 2021 - #StopAsianHate Rally & Vigil

● February 12, 2021 - World of Winter: Virtual Lunar New Year Festival w/ Downtown Grand Rapids INC

● December 22, 2020 - Filipino Lantern Display @ Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD)

● December 21, 2020 - Filipino Lantern Celebration 2020

● December 14, 2020 - Filipino Parol/Lantern Making Class - With Redd

● December 12, 2020 - DASH w/ GRAPH 2.0 (Sponsored by: United Way)

● November 7, 2020 - DASH w/ GRAPF 1.0 (Sponsored by: United Way)

● October 3, 2020 - Mid-Autumn Festival 2020

● October 1, 2020 - People of GRAPF - Writing Expos

● August 17, 2020 - How to Make Banh Mi - With Mama Hang (Video)

● August 15, 2020 - Asian Street Food 2.0

● August 13, 2020 - WOOD TV 8 - Asian Street Food 2.0 Event Promotion 

● August 9, 2020 - Mel Trotter Ministries - Food

● August 2020 - Best Damn Sports - Kickball team activity

● July 18, 2020 - Asian Street Food Drive-Thru Edition

● July 28, 2020 - Kent County Small Business Grant Workshop

● June 20, 2020 - ZOOM Talk - Kent County Small Business Recovery Program w/ Ace Marasigan, Dante Villareal and Phillip Nguyen

● June 13, 2020 - Donations to Baxter Community Center w/ Sony Le (Kim Nhung Superstore)

● June 8, 2020 - Metro Health Hospital Foundation - Volunteering to assemble Facial Care Kits for Metro Health Staff

● May 22, 2020 - Food Demonstration - Chicken Mei Fun w/ Mai Thao

● May 15, 2020 - Food Demonstration - Copycat Pepper Lunch Beef Pepper Rice w/ Cham Cuevas Junglas

● May 11, 2020 - DeGage Ministries - Rice Bag Food Donations w/ India Market & Kim Nhung

● April 29, 2020 - Mel Trotter Ministries - Rice Bag Food Donations w/ Kim Nhung

● April 24, 2020 - Face Mask Donations w/ The Only Bean (creator of Covidguardf und Project)

● April 29, 2020 - Mel Trotter Ministries - Rice Bag Food Donations w/ Kim Nhung

● March 30, 2020 - GRAPF Assists

● February 18, 2020 - GRAPF 2020 Poster Contest

● February 15, 2020 - World of Winter: Valent-ICE - Sushi ice sculpture display

● February 6, 2020 - Learn more about the Coronavirus w/ Dr. Bridget Chin