Become a Donor. Join the Movement
When you give to NQAPIA (the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance), you’re not just supporting an organization—you’re investing in a future where queer and trans Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) people are seen, heard, and celebrated.
Your donation powers grassroots leadership, national advocacy, storytelling, and healing spaces across the country. From policy advocacy to cultural events, individual donors like you make it possible.
Give your way: make a one-time gift, become a monthly sustainer, or make a major contribution—every dollar makes an impact.
Your Support Powers
Regional convenings & leadership retreats that build collective strength
National campaigns for immigrant justice, voter engagement, and trans rights
Mini-grants to local organizers creating change on the ground
Storytelling & cultural programs that elevate queer and trans AANHPI voices
Join the NQAPIA Giving Circle
As a Giving Circle member, you’ll receive:
Recognition in our annual report and donor communications
Invitations to donor briefings and behind-the-scenes events
Early access to event registration and special programming
A heartfelt thank-you from our staff and network
Ways to Give
One-Time Gift – Make a secure online donation
Monthly Giving – Provide steady, reliable support year-round
Tribute Gifts – Honor a friend, mentor, or loved one
Employer Matching – Double your impact with a workplace match
Give Today
Become a monthly donor today and plant the seeds of long-term change.
Support queer and trans AANHPI power by making a gift now.
Questions?
Want to maximize your impact?
Frederick Tran (they/them/chanh)
Communications & Development Manager
frederick@nqapia.org
Leave a Legacy for Liberation
When you include NQAPIA (the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance) in your long-term giving plans, you make a powerful statement: that queer and trans Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities matter—not just today, but for generations to come.
Legacy giving ensures that the work you believe in—fighting for equity, building community, and uplifting LGBTQ+ AANHPI voices—continues well into the future. With your planned gift, you help secure NQAPIA’s ability to grow our impact, respond to emerging needs, and invest in leadership for years to come.
Your Legacy, Your Impact
There are many ways to leave a planned gift to NQAPIA:
Bequests – Name NQAPIA in your will or living trust
Retirement Assets – Designate NQAPIA as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or other retirement accounts
Life Insurance – Include NQAPIA as a full or partial beneficiary of a life insurance policy
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) – Recommend a grant or name NQAPIA as a successor beneficiary
Every planned gift—no matter the size—helps NQAPIA continue building a future where queer and trans AANHPI people live with dignity, visibility, and joy.
Join the Legacy Circle
By including NQAPIA in your estate planning, you become part of our Legacy Circle—a group of visionary supporters committed to long-term sustainability and collective liberation.
Already included NQAPIA in your plans? Please let us know by filling out [this short form] so we can thank you and welcome you to the Legacy Circle.
We’re Here to Help
Planned giving is deeply personal. We’re here to walk with you through the process. To explore your options or notify us of your gift, contact:
Frederick Tran (they/them/chanh)
Communications & Development Manager
frederick@nqapia.org
Let your legacy be a commitment to queer AANHPI liberation—for today, tomorrow, and the future we are building together.
Corporate Giving: Amplify Your Values
Partner with NQAPIA—the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance—and demonstrate your commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion by supporting one of the nation’s leading organizations uplifting LGBTQ+ Asian American, South Asian, Southeast Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities.
NQAPIA works at the intersection of racial justice and queer liberation. Your corporate partnership fuels life-affirming programming, national advocacy, and leadership development—while offering your company meaningful opportunities for visibility, engagement, and impact.
Why Support NQAPIA?
Corporate gifts sustain our growing national network and power programs that empower queer and trans AANHPI people. In return, we offer:
Brand Visibility — Recognition on our website, email campaigns, and social media, with opportunities for spotlight features in press releases and publications.
Employee Engagement — Volunteer opportunities, workplace giving, and curated sessions that connect your team with community impact.
Event Sponsorships — Logo placement and speaking opportunities at regional convenings, drag-brunch fundraisers, cultural celebrations, and our 20th Anniversary Series.
Whether you’re boosting brand presence, deepening employee involvement, we’ll co-create a custom partnership aligned with your mission and values.
Partnership Opportunities
We welcome corporate support in the form of:
General operating support
Event sponsorships
Matching-gift programs
In-kind goods or services
Employee-led giving campaigns
Together, we can build a future where LGBTQ+ AANHPI people are safe, visible, and celebrated.
Let’s Get Started
To explore a partnership or learn more about corporate giving opportunities, contact:
Frederick Tran (they/them/chanh)
Communications & Development Manager
frederick@nqapia.org
Foundation & Government Giving: Fueling Community Power
Partner with NQAPIA—the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance—to advance equity for LGBTQ+ Asian American, South Asian, Southeast Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities nationwide.
With philanthropic support from foundations and public agencies, we deliver life-saving advocacy, leadership development, and culturally rooted programs that uplift queer and trans AANHPI people. Your investment helps us fight for immigrant justice, protect trans lives, mobilize voters, counter anti-Asian hate, and build long-term movement infrastructure.
Trusted. Impactful. Community-Led.
NQAPIA is proud to partner with private foundations, family foundations, and local, state, and federal agencies. Support from funders has helped us:
Launch regional convenings that build leadership in historically underfunded areas like the South and Midwest
Provide mini-grants to grassroots groups advancing racial justice, health equity, and civic engagement
Produce national campaigns that counter anti-Asian hate and anti-LGBTQ+ legislation
Support trans and nonbinary AANHPI artists, storytellers, and organizers through fellowships and visibility programs
How We Partner with Funders
Grant Types: Program/project grants, general operating support, capacity-building, and multi-year funding
Government Partnerships: Contracts, cooperative agreements, and community-based initiatives
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs): Recommended grants and aligned initiatives
Measurement & Stewardship: Clear goals, timely reports, budget accountability, and story-driven outcomes
Focus areas we align with: immigrant rights & civic participation, gender justice & trans inclusion, public health & mental health, arts & culture storytelling, youth & leadership development, anti-violence/anti-hate initiatives.
Let’s Build a Liberated Future—Together
We welcome conversations with funders focused on civic participation, public health, immigrant rights, the arts, and LGBTQ+ inclusion. Explore alignment, co-design impact, and resource community power with NQAPIA.
Request a funder packet or connect with us:
Frederick Tran (they/them/chanh)
Communications & Development Manager
frederick@nqapia.org
Special Events
Celebrate. Connect. Build Power.
NQAPIA (the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance) hosts special events where culture meets community—and joy becomes resistance. Throughout the year, we bring together LGBTQ+ Asian American, South Asian, Southeast Asian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) people, allies, and supporters from across the country.
From drag-brunch fundraisers and leadership convenings to panel discussions and community receptions, our events uplift our stories, mobilize action, and cultivate deep connection.
Upcoming Events
We’re planning an exciting lineup for 2025 and beyond, including:
Fundraisers
Celebrate queer joy with performances, food, and community while supporting movement-building work.
Regional & National Convenings
Gather with LGBTQ+ AANHPI leaders and organizers to strategize, heal, and grow together.
20th Anniversary Celebrations
Join a year-long series honoring two decades of queer AANHPI activism—and imagining the future we’re building next.
Community Receptions
Intimate gatherings to welcome new supporters, spotlight emerging leaders, and celebrate local organizing in your city.
Why Attend?
When you attend or sponsor an NQAPIA event, you are:
Supporting vital programming for queer and trans AANHPI communities
Uplifting grassroots leaders and local changemakers
Expanding our reach and building long-term sustainability
Standing in solidarity with those most impacted by hate, injustice, and invisibility
Get Involved
Sponsor an Event – We welcome partnerships with individuals, small businesses, and corporations
Host a Gathering – Bring NQAPIA to your city or community space
Volunteer – Help with setup, registration, or hospitality
Spread the Word – Share upcoming events with your network and bring a friend
Sponsorship, volunteering, or general inquiries:
Frederick Tran (they/them/chanh)
Communications & Development Manager
frederick@nqapia.org
Volunteer with NQAPIA
Lend your time, talents, and heart to the movement.
NQAPIA (the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance) is powered by volunteers. Whether you’re helping at an event, supporting digital outreach, or sharing creative skills, there’s a place for you here. Volunteering is a chance to build relationships, grow leadership, and advance justice for queer and trans Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities nationwide.
Ways to Get Involved
Event Support — Help with setup, registration, logistics, and hospitality at convenings, receptions, and fundraisers.
Digital Support — Assist with translation, copy editing, accessibility checks, and virtual event moderation.
Community Outreach — Join voter engagement, resource distribution, and local partnership efforts.
Creative Contributions — Share skills in design, photography, video, or storytelling to elevate community voices.
Whether you have a few hours or want an ongoing role, we’d love to hear from you.
Sign Up to Volunteer
Fill out our [volunteer interest form] and we’ll follow up with opportunities that match your interests and availability.
Group or corporate volunteering? Questions?
Frederick Tran (they/them/chanh)
Communications & Development Manager
frederick@nqapia.org
Together, we’re building a future where queer and trans AANHPI communities thrive. Thank you for being part of it.
