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REGION:
Local, Chicagoland
DESCRIPTION:
1871 is Chicago’s innovation hub and the #1 ranked private business incubator in the world. It exists to inspire, equip, and support early stage, growth stage and corporate innovators in building extraordinary businesses. 1871 is home to ~400 technology startups, ~200 growth stage companies, and ~1,500 members, and is supported by an entire ecosystem focused on accelerating their growth and creating jobs in the Chicagoland area. The member experience includes virtual and in person access to workshops, events, mentorship, and more. The nonprofit organization has 350 mentors available to its members, alongside access to more than 200 partner corporations, universities, education programs, accelerators, venture funds and others. Since its inception in 2012, more than 850 alumni companies are currently still active, have created over 14,500 jobs, and have raised more than $3.5 billion in follow-on capital.
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PHONE:
(312) 239-0310
ADDRESS:
222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza #1212
Chicago, IL 60654
Chicago, IL 60654
NAME:
REGION:
National
DESCRIPTION:
Accion is a global nonprofit committed to creating a financially inclusive world, with a trailblazing legacy in microfinance and fintech impact investing. Accion works to empower people who are underserved, revolutionizing financial services for people who are left out. Their mission is to give people the financial tools they need to improve their lives.
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PHONE:
202-393-5113
ADDRESS:
1101 15th St NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20005
Washington, DC 20005
REGION:
National
DESCRIPTION:
As a health justice non-profit organization, the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of more than 20 million AAs and NHPIs living in the US and its jurisdictions. The believe that all persons have the right to be healthy, the right to live in a thriving community, and the right to quality affordable, and accessible health care.
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PHONE:
415.954.9988
ADDRESS:
1111 Broadway, Ste 300
Oakland, CA 94607
Oakland, CA 94607
REGION:
National
DESCRIPTION:
The Asian American Advertising Federation (3AF) is the leading resource when it comes to Asian advertising, Asian marketing, and the power of the Asian American consumer. We are a national trade organization comprised of Asian American advertising agencies, corporate marketers/advertisers, Asian media, marketing research firms and other industry vendors and partners. We have helped numerous brand marketers connect with marketing resources (creative agencies, media, research, etc.) to activate their Asian marketing programs.
Through our national summit, webinars, marketing research studies, online resources, video library, and our vast network of Asian marketing experts, we are dedicated to helping marketers understand the business case for and how best to reach the critical Asian American consumer segment. Additionally, 3AF seeks to promote and encourage high standards of conduct and ethics among our members and our industry. The 3AF Asian Marketing Summit, the largest national conference focusing solely on the Asian American consumer, is held annually. More information about the 3AF is available at www.3af.org.
Through our national summit, webinars, marketing research studies, online resources, video library, and our vast network of Asian marketing experts, we are dedicated to helping marketers understand the business case for and how best to reach the critical Asian American consumer segment. Additionally, 3AF seeks to promote and encourage high standards of conduct and ethics among our members and our industry. The 3AF Asian Marketing Summit, the largest national conference focusing solely on the Asian American consumer, is held annually. More information about the 3AF is available at www.3af.org.
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ADDRESS:
6230 Wilshire Blvd., #1216
LA, CA 90048
LA, CA 90048
REGION:
Local, Chicagoland, Southern Illinois, Illinois
DESCRIPTION:
The Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Illinois (AACCIL) is a resource for Asian American and other minority-owned firms and those seeking to do business with them. We aim to increase access to capital and opportunities for diverse firms through advocacy, professional development, and public-private partnerships.
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PHONE:
773-739-9283
ADDRESS:
5415 N Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60640
Chicago, IL 60640
REGION:
Chicagoland
DESCRIPTION:
The mission of the Asian American Coalition of Chicago (AACC) is to unite all Asian Americans into a significant force for strengthening the Asian American Community in the United States; enriching Asian cultural values, and recognizing the importance of Asian American contributions to American democracy and the economy.
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PHONE:
630-440-7730
ADDRESS:
5N620 Chambellan Lane
Wayne, IL 60184
Wayne, IL 60184
REGION:
Local, Chicagoland, Southern Illinois, Illinois, Midwest
DESCRIPTION:
AALEA Shapes the future of the policing professional in Illinois. The Asian American Law Enforcement Association is a not-for-profit organization serving Chicago, the Midwest, and Great Lakes Region.
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PHONE:
202.729.8383
ADDRESS:
PO Box 56652
Chicago, IL 60656
Chicago, IL 60656
REGION:
Local, Chicagoland
DESCRIPTION:
AARCC promotes the intellectual and personal growth of UIC students, staff and faculty; advocates for greater access, equity, and inclusion of Asian Americans; and educates the UIC community about Asian Americans.
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PHONE:
(312) 413-7696
ADDRESS:
723 W. Maxwell St., MC 203
Chicago, IL 60607
Chicago, IL 60607
REGION:
Chicagoland, National
DESCRIPTION:
Asian Americans Advancing Justice builds power through collective advocacy and organizing to achieve racial equity.
PHONE:
773-271-0899
ADDRESS:
4716 N Broadway
Chicago, IL 60640
Chicago, IL 60640
REGION:
Local, Chicagoland, Illinois
DESCRIPTION:
The Asian Health Coalition strives to improve the health and wellness of primarily Asian and Pacific Islanders, as well as African and other immigrant communities of color through advocacy, technical assistance, education, and research.
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PHONE:
773-834-6600
ADDRESS:
5841 S Maryland Ave, Rn S-414, MC 4001
Chicago, IL 60637
Chicago, IL 60637