AAPI Female Incubator -  W4: Business Model + Financial Basics

Welcome to Chinatown is launching its first-ever 9-week incubator for women entrepreneurs starting the week of Aug 11, 2025. The program will bring together 12 founders across four industry groups: hospitality, technology, consumer goods, and creative services.

We've designed intimate groups of three entrepreneurs per industry to enable meaningful connections and targeted guidance. Each week combines practical workshops for the entire cohort covering essential business skills (from brand development to financial planning) with specialized sessions addressing the unique challenges each industry faces.

Participants will benefit from one-on-one coaching, expert mentorship, peer learning, and personalized guidance throughout the program. Everything builds toward our Pitch Day, where founders will showcase their businesses to potential investors, partners, and community supporters. The standout entrepreneur will receive $5,000 in seed funding to help take their business to the next level.

This incubator was made possible by Amplify Her Foundation.

AAPI Female Incubator -  W5: Personal Sustainability & Leadership

Welcome to Chinatown is launching its first-ever 9-week incubator for women entrepreneurs starting the week of Aug 11, 2025. The program will bring together 12 founders across four industry groups: hospitality, technology, consumer goods, and creative services.

We've designed intimate groups of three entrepreneurs per industry to enable meaningful connections and targeted guidance. Each week combines practical workshops for the entire cohort covering essential business skills (from brand development to financial planning) with specialized sessions addressing the unique challenges each industry faces.

Participants will benefit from one-on-one coaching, expert mentorship, peer learning, and personalized guidance throughout the program. Everything builds toward our Pitch Day, where founders will showcase their businesses to potential investors, partners, and community supporters. The standout entrepreneur will receive $5,000 in seed funding to help take their business to the next level.

This incubator was made possible by Amplify Her Foundation.

Welcome to Chinatown and New York Life are teaming up to support our neighborhood’s dreamers, doers, and entrepreneurs.

For the next three months, we’re opening the doors of our Small Business Innovation Hub for bi-monthly Community Co-Working Days and you’re invited! Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or just need a professional space to get things done, come enjoy a free day of working, connecting, and growing in community.

What's included:

• Access to a free hot seat at The Hub (from 10am-5pm)

• Complimentary coffee + light refreshments

• Opportunities to network with fellow local entrepreneurs

• Onsite financial wellness guidance from a New York Life representative — get your questions answered and gain tools to support your financial goals
  

Upcoming Dates & Promo Code:

• August 14, 2025 - “NYLifeCC814” 

• August 26, 2025 - “NYLifeCC826” 

• September 11, 2025 - “NYLifeCC911” 

• September 16, 2025 - “NYLifeCC814” 

• October 9, 2025 - “NYLifeCC109” 

• October 16, 2025 - “NYLifeCC1016” 

Seats are limited — RSVP now to reserve your spot!

To reserve a desk, visit The Hub, create an account using your preferred email address, and select your desired date. 

Please note: the promo code is only valid for that specific day. Reservations made without following these steps may be subject to cancellation. With limited availability we kindly request ONE co-working day per person. 

Let’s build, thrive, and support Chinatown together. And a big thank you again to New York Life for making this possible!

Welcome to Chinatown and New York Life are teaming up to support our neighborhood’s dreamers, doers, and entrepreneurs.

For the next three months, we’re opening the doors of our Small Business Innovation Hub for bi-monthly Community Co-Working Days and you’re invited! Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or just need a professional space to get things done, come enjoy a free day of working, connecting, and growing in community.

What's included:

• Access to a free hot seat at The Hub (from 10am-5pm)

• Complimentary coffee + light refreshments

• Opportunities to network with fellow local entrepreneurs

• Onsite financial wellness guidance from a New York Life representative — get your questions answered and gain tools to support your financial goals
  

Upcoming Dates & Promo Code:

• August 14, 2025 - “NYLifeCC814” 

• August 26, 2025 - “NYLifeCC826” 

• September 11, 2025 - “NYLifeCC911” 

• September 16, 2025 - “NYLifeCC814” 

• October 9, 2025 - “NYLifeCC109” 

• October 16, 2025 - “NYLifeCC1016” 

Seats are limited — RSVP now to reserve your spot!

To reserve a desk, visit The Hub, create an account using your preferred email address, and select your desired date. 

Please note: the promo code is only valid for that specific day. Reservations made without following these steps may be subject to cancellation. With limited availability we kindly request ONE co-working day per person. 

Let’s build, thrive, and support Chinatown together. And a big thank you again to New York Life for making this possible!

AAPI Female Incubator -  W6: Digital Readiness & Sales Channels

Welcome to Chinatown is launching its first-ever 9-week incubator for women entrepreneurs starting the week of Aug 11, 2025. The program will bring together 12 founders across four industry groups: hospitality, technology, consumer goods, and creative services.

We've designed intimate groups of three entrepreneurs per industry to enable meaningful connections and targeted guidance. Each week combines practical workshops for the entire cohort covering essential business skills (from brand development to financial planning) with specialized sessions addressing the unique challenges each industry faces.

Participants will benefit from one-on-one coaching, expert mentorship, peer learning, and personalized guidance throughout the program. Everything builds toward our Pitch Day, where founders will showcase their businesses to potential investors, partners, and community supporters. The standout entrepreneur will receive $5,000 in seed funding to help take their business to the next level.

This incubator was made possible by Amplify Her Foundation.

AAPI Female Incubator -  W7: Growing Your Team

Welcome to Chinatown is launching its first-ever 9-week incubator for women entrepreneurs starting the week of Aug 11, 2025. The program will bring together 12 founders across four industry groups: hospitality, technology, consumer goods, and creative services.

We've designed intimate groups of three entrepreneurs per industry to enable meaningful connections and targeted guidance. Each week combines practical workshops for the entire cohort covering essential business skills (from brand development to financial planning) with specialized sessions addressing the unique challenges each industry faces.

Participants will benefit from one-on-one coaching, expert mentorship, peer learning, and personalized guidance throughout the program. Everything builds toward our Pitch Day, where founders will showcase their businesses to potential investors, partners, and community supporters. The standout entrepreneur will receive $5,000 in seed funding to help take their business to the next level.

This incubator was made possible by Amplify Her Foundation.

AAPI Female Incubator -  W8: Capital, Pitching, & Power Dynamics

Welcome to Chinatown is launching its first-ever 9-week incubator for women entrepreneurs starting the week of Aug 11, 2025. The program will bring together 12 founders across four industry groups: hospitality, technology, consumer goods, and creative services.

We've designed intimate groups of three entrepreneurs per industry to enable meaningful connections and targeted guidance. Each week combines practical workshops for the entire cohort covering essential business skills (from brand development to financial planning) with specialized sessions addressing the unique challenges each industry faces.

Participants will benefit from one-on-one coaching, expert mentorship, peer learning, and personalized guidance throughout the program. Everything builds toward our Pitch Day, where founders will showcase their businesses to potential investors, partners, and community supporters. The standout entrepreneur will receive $5,000 in seed funding to help take their business to the next level.

This incubator was made possible by Amplify Her Foundation.

AAPI Female Incubator -  W9: Demo Day & Vision Forward

Welcome to Chinatown is launching its first-ever 9-week incubator for women entrepreneurs starting the week of Aug 11, 2025. The program will bring together 12 founders across four industry groups: hospitality, technology, consumer goods, and creative services.

We've designed intimate groups of three entrepreneurs per industry to enable meaningful connections and targeted guidance. Each week combines practical workshops for the entire cohort covering essential business skills (from brand development to financial planning) with specialized sessions addressing the unique challenges each industry faces.

Participants will benefit from one-on-one coaching, expert mentorship, peer learning, and personalized guidance throughout the program. Everything builds toward our Pitch Day, where founders will showcase their businesses to potential investors, partners, and community supporters. The standout entrepreneur will receive $5,000 in seed funding to help take their business to the next level.

This incubator was made possible by Amplify Her Foundation.

Welcome to Chinatown and New York Life are teaming up to support our neighborhood’s dreamers, doers, and entrepreneurs.

For the next three months, we’re opening the doors of our Small Business Innovation Hub for bi-monthly Community Co-Working Days and you’re invited! Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or just need a professional space to get things done, come enjoy a free day of working, connecting, and growing in community.

What's included:

• Access to a free hot seat at The Hub (from 10am-5pm)

• Complimentary coffee + light refreshments

• Opportunities to network with fellow local entrepreneurs

• Onsite financial wellness guidance from a New York Life representative — get your questions answered and gain tools to support your financial goals
  

Upcoming Dates & Promo Code:

• August 14, 2025 - “NYLifeCC814” 

• August 26, 2025 - “NYLifeCC826” 

• September 4, 2025 - “NYLifeCC94” 

• September 11, 2025 - “NYLifeCC911” 

• October 9, 2025 - “NYLifeCC109” 

• October 16, 2025 - “NYLifeCC1016” 

Seats are limited — RSVP now to reserve your spot!

To reserve a desk, visit The Hub, create an account using your preferred email address, and select your desired date. 

Please note: the promo code is only valid for that specific day. Reservations made without following these steps may be subject to cancellation. With limited availability we kindly request ONE co-working day per person. 

Let’s build, thrive, and support Chinatown together. And a big thank you again to New York Life for making this possible!

Welcome to Chinatown and New York Life are teaming up to support our neighborhood’s dreamers, doers, and entrepreneurs.

For the next three months, we’re opening the doors of our Small Business Innovation Hub for bi-monthly Community Co-Working Days and you’re invited! Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or just need a professional space to get things done, come enjoy a free day of working, connecting, and growing in community.

What's included:

• Access to a free hot seat at The Hub (from 10am-5pm)

• Complimentary coffee + light refreshments

• Opportunities to network with fellow local entrepreneurs

• Onsite financial wellness guidance from a New York Life representative — get your questions answered and gain tools to support your financial goals
  

Upcoming Dates & Promo Code:

• August 14, 2025 - “NYLifeCC814” 

• August 26, 2025 - “NYLifeCC826” 

• September 11, 2025 - “NYLifeCC911” 

• September 16, 2025 - “NYLifeCC814” 

• October 9, 2025 - “NYLifeCC109” 

• October 16, 2025 - “NYLifeCC1016” 

Seats are limited — RSVP now to reserve your spot!

To reserve a desk, visit The Hub, create an account using your preferred email address, and select your desired date. 

Please note: the promo code is only valid for that specific day. Reservations made without following these steps may be subject to cancellation. With limited availability we kindly request ONE co-working day per person. 

Let’s build, thrive, and support Chinatown together. And a big thank you again to New York Life for making this possible!

Welcome to Chinatown Holiday Fundraiser

Five years ago, Welcome to Chinatown launched with a simple but urgent mission: to keep Chinatown open.

Since then, we’ve grown into a trusted community anchor - driving economic empowerment, cultural preservation, and multigenerational resilience in Manhattan’s Chinatown.

This December, we’re celebrating five years of community-powered impact, and you’re invited to be part of it.

About the Event

Join us at Golden Hof, the stunning new restaurant from acclaimed Chef Sam Yoo, for a special night of connection, celebration, and giving. From curated bites and drinks to a silent auction and thoughtful networking moments this is more than a holiday party; it’s a gathering of the community that’s made our progress possible.

Whether you're an old friend or a new supporter, this is your chance to invest in the future of Chinatown.

Why This Matters

At Welcome to Chinatown, we operate at the crossroads of economic development and cultural heritage. Our work powers real outcomes:

• 82% of businesses we serve are Asian-owned

• 70% are women-owned

• Nearly 40% are in their first year, ready to grow, formalize, and scale

• Average size? 3–4 employees so every engagement supports local families

From first-time entrepreneurs to beloved legacy storefronts, our programs, capital, and coaching strengthen the backbone of NYC’s cultural economy.

Why It’s Personal

This celebration is hosted at Golden Hof, a powerful symbol of our work in action. After a devastating fire, Chef Sam Yoo’s restaurant Golden Diner was awarded a $10,000 grant from our Longevity Fund to stay open. In 2025, we supported the opening of his newest restaurant, Golden Hof, by helping connect him to investors. Now, we're gathering in his space to honor the very type of resilience we’re here to protect.

Tickets & Sponsorships

Our Holiday Celebration only happens every two years (and always sells out).

• Individual tickets include bites, drinks, and full access to the evening’s programming

• Sponsorships come with brand visibility, curated networking, and meaningful connection to a mission that resonates across NYC and the AAPI community

Our last event at Double Chicken Please welcomed 150 guests and facilitated relationships that sparked business partnerships, volunteer engagement, and donor stewardship.

This year, we’re going even bigger, with 175 guests, exclusive access to Golden Hof, and a high-touch, high-impact experience.

Help Us Keep Chinatown Open

Every dollar raised from this event supports our Small Business Innovation Hub, which offers bilingual programming, technical assistance, and pathways to long-term sustainability for hundreds of small businesses.

If you believe in economic equity, cultural preservation, and uplifting immigrant communities, this is your moment to give back.

Five years down. Generations to go. Let’s celebrate, together.