At our joint gala, we will be saluting those who have made Chinatown and our city a better place to live, work, and visit. The Chinatown District Management Association (CDMA) and Chinatown Partnership Local Development Corporation (CPLDC) are delighted to honor and recognize the following individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions and unwavering commitment to our community:

• Apex for Youth
  Recruits working professionals to volunteer and become positive role models who inspire youth to expand their horizons to underserved Asian and immigrant youth from low-income families in New York City.
   
• Families with Children from China
  Connects families formed through adoption from China, promotes cultural understanding, and fundraises through Orphanage Assistance Program to help provide foster care and education.
   
• Ms. Norma Chu
  Multi-talented community leader and teacher. As an educator in New York City for 30 years, she volunteers tirelessly for the larger community; helped design and manage social programs to improve the lives of immigrants while a board member of the Chinese-American Planning Council; and continues to donate her time to mentor others.
   
• Mr. Tony Chuy
  President of Non Hoy & Sun Tak Association. Served 21 years in active and reserve duty in the U.S. Navy. Served at the New York City Department of Correction until his recent retirement and became the Department's first Chinese self-defense instructor. Has tirelessly promoted traditional Chinese martial arts, culture and philosophy for over 30 years through his martial art school.
   
• Mr. Yui Shing Lee
  Senior Advisor of Hok Shan Association. Has dedicated himself to serving and advocating for the betterment of the community, and has led the Hok Shan Society over five decades. A renowned, avid photographer and philanthropist. He has auctioned off his award-winning photos and donated all proceeds to benefit the community.