Meet our May and June Longevity Fund Recipients
We’re excited to announce our latest Longevity Fund Recipients! Thanks to your donations and passion for Chinatown, we were able to distribute a total of $188,000 in grants in the months of May and June!
Our 2021 6-Month Impact Report: From recuperation and resilience to sustainability and ingenuity
Halfway through 2021, we’re taking a moment to celebrate milestones for our community – our team, supporters, donors, partners, and most of all – small businesses.
Read on to learn more about our 6-month impact.
Business Spotlight: Round K By Sol
Offbeat cafe with a vintage ambiance providing latte art, house-roasted coffee & light fare.
This is Chinatown. But Why Is It Being Left Out of Government Aid Programs?
Parts of Chinatown and its businesses have been left out of government aid programs during the pandemic because they share zip codes with wealthier neighborhoods like SoHo, Tribeca, and Little Italy.
Read on to learn more about how this affects the community and the livelihoods of local establishments.
Behind the Scenes: Made in Chinatown x Fong On
Fong On was started by Paul Eng and stems from Fong Inn Too, the oldest family-owned tofu shop in NY that was established in 1933 by Paul's parents but closed in 2017.
Fong On's Chinatown Collection includes a t-shirt, tumblers, and tote bag featuring the store's delicacies. Read on to learn more about designer Harry Trinh’s inspiration behind the items.