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AAFE in East Harlem: Providing Accessible Services, Building Community
Learn how AAFE is bringing accessible, culturally responsive services to East Harlem - from food pantries to Chinese language support - and building stronger community connections among Asian American older adults and the broader community.

Congress Must Save the CDFI Fund
The CDFI Fund is a critical tool for providing affordable loans to small businesses across the country. We must reverse the administration's decision to gut this vital program.

Affordable Rental Lottery is Now Open at "One Flushing"
Applications are now being accepted to fill vacancies and replenish the waiting list at "one Flushing," a 100% affordable multigenerational community in the heart of Downtown Flushing, Queens.

Homeownership opportunity: housing lottery opens for 21 apartments in the East Village
A housing lottery kicked off December 12, 2025 for 21 apartments in three gut-renovated buildings in Manhattan’s East Village, making it possible for families and individuals to realize the dream of homeownership in one of the city’s most sought after communities.

AAFE seeks proposals for strategic planning consultant services
Asian Americans For Equality (AAFE) is seeking a seasoned consultant with deep experience in the field of community development and Asian American issues to work with the organization’s leadership and key stakeholders to articulate a clear strategic direction and aligned organizational plan.

AAFE advocates for resources to support culturally-appropriate food pantries
On May 24, 2024, AAFE Managing Director of Community Services Emily Rios testified before the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Advisory Committee on Minority Farmers.