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Holly Screening at Quad Theater Holly Screening at Quad Theater On the evening of May 1, 2008, guests packed the Quad Theater in New York City for a special screening of “Holly”, a captivating movie by Priority Films that addresses Human Sex Trafficking. The theater was filled to near capacity! The New York Asian Women’s Center sponsored the film charity event to inform the public about our Project Free services for survivors of trafficking and raise awareness on this critical issue. A portion of the proceeds from the ticket sales benefited the New York Asian Women’s Center. Thank you to our panel of speakers: Also thanks to: 25th Anniversary Fall Benefit Gala 2007 New York - The New York Asian Women's Center celebrated its landmark 25th Anniversary during its annual Fall Benefit on Tuesday, October 9th, 2007. Over 350 guests gathered for this special event at the Tribeca Rooftop in New York City to honor longtime NYAWC supporter, Abigail Disney, Founder and President of the Daphne Foundation. This year’s benefit was an opportunity for the NYAWC Board, supporters, staff and volunteers to celebrate the organization’s legacy of exemplary service and advocacy for battered women's rights while raising the critical funds needed to help even more clients in the future. Becky Lee (“Survivor: Cook Islands”), a passionate advocate of domestic violence issues, served was Mistress of Ceremonies for this special evening. We were also delighted to include entertainment from Kelly Tsai, Spoken Word Artist ( Kelly has been featured on three seasons of Russell Simmons Presents HBO Def Poetry). Abigail spoke about the history of the women's movement and the struggle for gender equality, thus placing an important context for the work of the NYAWC. She also underscored the importance of supporting the NYAWC and raising the funds required to help keep domestic violence survivors and their children safe. Abigail concluded her speech by announcing an unprecedented challenge grant, pledging to match up to $50,000 for every Gala guest's donation made through the event's special 25th-anniversary pledge cards. She asked others to join her in the effort to raise funds for the NYAWC and to help the Asian American community to continue to combat domestic violence. The event raised over $208,000 (gross), not including our magnificent silent auction, which raised over $13,000. Thanks to all who helped make this event a success, including our Board, Benefit Committee, Sponsors, Event Coordinator, Volunteers and guests! Sponsors: Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority Gift Wrapping Fundraiser at Barnes & Noble On December 28th and 29th 2006, Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority generously donated their gift-wrapping services at the Barnes and Noble on 82nd Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The tips earned from their work were donated to the New York Asian Women's Center. Thank you so much SPZ! In 1999, the sisters of Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority formally adopted their National Philanthropy, to Combat Violence Against Women. The first Asian-interest sorority to take on this cause, SYZ hopes to bring awareness of this issue to their universities and communities,as well as the community at large. Sigma sisters have built a campaign to help those affected by violence, to educate the community about the nature of this problem and to empower their sisters to make a lasting commitment to the issue of violence against women. On Tuesday, December 5th, the Board of the New York Asian Women's Center hosted an evening of cocktails, appetizers and conversation. Highlights included updates on recent NYAWC accomplishments and upcoming initiatives, and the sharing of a personal experience by a survivor of domestic violence and NYAWC client. Asian American Law Students Association at On November 8, 2006 at the Brazen Head bar in ALTRA Magazine Pre-Launch/Halloween Party On October 27, 2006 Altra Magazine held a pre-launch/Halloween party at Vesta in Manhattan, featuring a silent auction to win a date with a VJ, with 50% of the proceeds donated to the New York Asian Women's Center. New York - The New York Asian Women’s Center celebrated its 24th Anniversary with a Fall Gala Benefit held on Thursday, October 12 th, 2006 at the Prince George Ballroom in Manhattan. This year’s special event honored Ms. Kyung Yoon, who stepped down from her position as Board Chair, after more than a decade of service to NYAWC. Throughout these years, Kyung has raised awareness and support in the Asian American community for the fight against domestic violence, and has been a tireless advocate for women and children’s rights to govern their own lives, free from abuse. Under her leadership, NYAWC has grown significantly in its influence and capacity, more than quadrupling its budget, staffing and shelter space. This tribute to Kyung featured her many friends and colleagues from the world of television journalism including Connie Chung as Master of Ceremonies, Juju Chang (ABC News), Cindy Hsu (WCBS-TV), and Ti-Hua Chang (WCBS-TV). The Center was also delighted to include entertainment from such prominent Asian American artists as Woody Pak (composer of the musical version of Ang Lee’s TheWedding Banquet, “The Grace Lee Project” at the Film Forum) and Julie Danao. One of the highlights of the gala was bestowing to Kyung Yoon the Phoenix Award for Service, given to the person who has significantly raised awareness about this issue and has made an impact combating violence against women. The gala was attended by over 300 professionals, each dedicated to eradicating domestic violence, and supportive of the Asian American community at large. The event raised over $115,000, not including our magnificient silent auction, which raised over $14,000. Thanks to all who helped make this event a success, including our Board, Benefit Committee, Sponsors, Volunteers and guests! Sponsors: Art Benefit and Cocktail Reception
at Art Projects International On May 19, 2005, New York Asian Women's Center held an art benefit and cocktail reception at Art Projects International (API). The event featured an auction of art works by renowned artists Theresa Chong, Pouran Jinchi, In-Hyung Kim, Il Lee, Choong-Sup Lim, Nam June Paik, Gwenn Thomas, Richard Tsao, Tseng Kwong Chi, Xing Fei, and Jian-Jun Zhang. All art was generously donated to the NYAWC, with proceeds to support our services for battered women and their children. During the evening, Jung Lee Sanders, Director of Art Projects International, spoke briefly about Perspectives on Asian Contemporary Art. Thanks in part to a rousing live auction, led by NYAWC Chair, Kyung Yoon, the benefit raised more than $20,000! The event also featured a check presentation to the NYAWC from Billy Bang, President of Power Moves Inc. This donation was thanks to radio personality Miss Info. Along with former editor of Source Magazine Kim Osorio, Miss Info won the company's first signature event: Power Moves Presents ….Deal Me In 1st Annual Celebrity Spades Tournament. Miss Info selected the NYAWC as her charity of choice to receive a $10,000 donation! Thanks to all who helped make this event a success, including Art Projects International, Power Moves Inc., and all of the artists who donated their work. Thanks also to: Benefit Volunteers: On Tuesday, November 16, 2004, the New York Asian Women's Center hosted Asian American Dreams at the Vivienne Tam Boutique in SoHo. The event featured a reading and remarks by acclaimed author and activist Helen Zia. All proceeds from the event supported our dream of ending violence against women and children. Special Thanks to:
Rose House Celebration Breakfast On June 21, 2004, The New York Asian Women's Center held a breakfast at Tavern on the Green to honor those who provided ongoing support for the opening of Rose House, our newest home for battered women and their children. The event was attended by more than 100 of our supporters and raised more than $20,000 towards our 2004 Capital Campaign for Rose House and the other shelters of NYAWC. Honorees: Corporate Sponsor: Corporate Participant:
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