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The Ethnic Resource Directory seeks to create new alliances between valley arts groups and local non-arts centered ethnic organizations that are interested in assisting arts groups. It is the hope of the Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture that arts groups will turn to the ethnic organizations listed or individual members of those organizations for:
We encourage all ethnic organizations to become involved with local arts groups. If your organization is not listed or if you know an organization that might like to be listed in the Ethnic Resource Directory, please contact Dwight Walth at the Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture, 602-495-0188.
For a listing of ethnic print and broadcast media in the valley, visit the Commission's Media Resource Directory.
The following pages contain links that will take you to sites over which the city of Phoenix has no control. The city assumes no responsibility for the content of the material contained at those sites or for the accuracy of any information that is found there. The contents of any site or link not maintained by the city does not necessarily reflect the opinions, standards or policies of the city of Phoenix, its officials, agents or employees.

African American Organizations
Organization: 100 Black Men of Phoenix Inc. Contact: Leonard Knight, President Address: 4802 E. Ray Rd, Ste 23-243 City: Phoenix, 85044 Phone: Email: president@100blackmenphx.org Website: http://www.100blackmenphx.org/phx/ Background: With a mission to improve the quality of life of our citizens and enhance educational opportunities for African-Americans. Our members continue to serve as a strong force for overcoming the cultural and financial obstacles that have limited the achievements of African-American youth, with a particular emphasis on young African-American males Organization: African American Cultural Committee (Salt River Project) Contact: Address: City: Phone: (602) 236-2484 Email: Website: http://www.srpnet.com/community/involvement/report/0108.aspx Background: To increase awareness about the African American community within SRP and educate employees about the African American culture, history and contributions made to society. Its activities include providing financial and volunteer support to local nonprofit organizations Organization: African and African American Studies, ASU Contact: Shanez Strayyhorn, Coordinator Address: P.O. Box 870903 City: Tempe, 85287-0903 Phone: (480) 965-4399 Email: shanez.strayhorn@asu.edu Website: http://www.asu.edu/clas/aframstu/ Background: The African and African American studies program prepares students of all disciplines and backgrounds to better understand, value and effectively participate in an increasingly diverse society. Organization: African Association of Arizona Contact: Address: 3454 N. 51st Avenue, Ste. 138 City: Phoenix, 85031-3002 Phone: (623) 247-4869 Email: president@afasa.org Website: http://www.afasa.org/ Background: The African Association of Arizona is a non profit organization founded in February of 1992 to promote greater Africa awareness through education and cultural activities. The membership is open to all Africans, Africans in the Diaspora, and friends of Africa in Arizona. Organization: Arizona Africa Society Contact: C.T. Wright, President . Address: P.O. Box 5145 City: :Glendale, 85312-5145 Phone: (602) 938-2207 Email: azafrica@azafrica.org Website: http://azafrica.org Background: Exists to educate the Arizona public about Africa and about US- Africa relations; broaden and strengthen the network of Africa's supporters in Arizona and the U.S Organization: Arizona Alliance of Black School Educators Contact: Dr. Sonny Ashegbeyer Address: City: Phone: Email: sonny.ashegbeyeris@rsd.k12.az.us Website: http://www.nabse.org/Affiliates.asp Background: NABSE is dedicated to improving both the educational experiences and accomplishments of African American youth through the development and use of instructional and motivational methods that increase levels of inspiration, attendance and overall achievement. Organization: Arizona Black Film Showcase Contact: Joanna de'Shay Address: 2320 E. Baseline Rd. Ste. 148-494 City: Phoenix, 85042 Phone: (602) 304-0830 Email: info@azblackfilm.com Website: http://www.azblackfilm.com Background: The Arizona Black Film showcase is a non-profit association. The mission is to become the premier, national media arts event dedicated to supporting Black film professionals through educational and networking opportunities. We believe that "Black Film is American Film" and that Black films have a significant impact on the broader film and television industry. Organization: Arizona Black United Fund Contact: Carolyn Lowery, Executive Director Address: P.O. Box 24457 City: Phoenix, 85074 Phone: (602) 268-0666 Email: CarolynLowery@aol.com Website: http://www.geocities.com/az_black_united_fund/ Background: Arizona Black United Fund is a fund raising organization designed to provide support to projects and programs that address the critical needs of Black communities throughout the state of Arizona. Primary interests of ABUF are: Economic Development, Education, Health, Culture, Social Justice, Youth, Elderly, Housing, and Employment Organization: Arizona's Black Pages Contact: M. Fitzhugh-Craig, Editor Address: 822 E. Montecito Ave, Ste 4 City: Phoenix, 85014 Phone: (602) 231-8161 Email: editor@AZBP.com Website: www.azbp.com Background: Arizona’s Black Pages, is more than a directory of African American businesses. We want our publication to be a valuable, resource tool that better connects the dots Valley and statewide. The AZBP Directory and Resource Guide represents us taking ownership and doing our part to cultivate Arizona’s Black community. Organization: Black Board of Directors Project Contact: Marvin Perry Address: P.O. Box 45107 City: Phoenix, 85064-5107 Phone: (602) 234-1255 Email: bbodproject@ampersands.net Website: http://www.bbodproject.com Background: The Black Board of Directors Project (BBODP), an advanced leadership program, was started in Phoenix in 1984 to fill the void of Blacks and others on various on corporate, charitable and public policy-making boards and commissions at the local, state and national levels and other leadership positions. In the organization's
22-year history, BBODP has placed over 700 Blacks and others on various boards and commissionsOrganization: First Fridays Phoenix Contact: Address: City: Phone: Website: http://www.firstfridaysphoenix.com/ Background: First Fridays Phoenix is a networking & socializing site dedicated to those who want to get involved with the professional African-American community in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Organization: Phoenix Black MBA Association Contact: Kathryn Andrews Address: P.O. Box 27601 City: Tempe, 85285-7601 Phone: Email: president@phoeniblackmba.org Website: http://www.phoenixblackmba.org Background: Established in the early 1990's, the Phoenix Chapter of the Black MBA Association is comprised of over a hundred business professionals of various fields of endeavor. We pride ourselves on establishing relationships within the business community and promoting the intellectual and economic resources in the community Organization: Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce Contact: Ron Busby Address: 201 E. Washington, Ste 350 City: Phoenix, 85004 Phone: (602) 307-5200 Email: ron@phoenixblackchamber.com Website: http://www.phoenixblackchamber.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/gpbcc Background: The mission of the Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce is to improve the economic development of our business entrepreneurs and the communities for which we serve Organization: Greater Phoenix Urban League Contact: George Dean, President/CEO Address: 1402 S. 7th Avenue City: Phoenix, 85007-3902 Phone: (602) 254-5611 Email: gdean@gphxul.org Website: http://www.gphxul.org Background: For more then 60 years, the Greater Phoenix Urban League has strengthened membership, advanced racial equality and enhanced the lives of minorities and the disadvantaged. The Greater Phoenix Urban League dedicates itself to ensuring multiple resources and opportunities for its constituents Organization: N.A.A.C.P. Maricopa County Chapter Contact: Rev. Oscar Tillman, President Address: P.O. Box 20883 City: Phoenix, 85036 Phone: (602) 252-4064 Email: oscartillman@maricopanaacp.com Website: http://www.maricopanaacp.com/contact.html Background: The vision of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is to ensure a society in which all individuals have equal rights and there is no racial hatred or racial discrimination
Asian-American Organizations
Organization: Arizona Academy of Korean Heritage Contact: Mark Kim, Principal Address: 3627 East Indian School Rd., Ste 103 City: Phoenix, 85018 Phone: (602) 264-6646 Email: kccaz@msn.com Website: Background: Mission is to educate children from 4 years to 10th grade in Korean heritage including language, culture and traditional etiquette. There will be an extra curriculum for children to learn Korean dance, musical instruments, song, taekwondo, and arts and crafts Organization: Arizona Asian-American Association Contact: Chu-Wan Glover, President Address: P.O. Box 62224 City: Phoenix, 85082-2224 Phone: (602) 712-8889 Email: chuwan@cox.net Website: http://www.aaaa-az.org/ Background: The Arizona Asian American Association shall enhance the unity, bring awareness to public of cultural diversity, and address relevant issues, thereby strengthen the relationship between Asian Americans and the community at large Organization: Arizona Asian-American Bar Association Contact: Art Lee, President Address: P.O. Box 877405 City: Phoenix, 85287-7405 Phone: (602) 235-9009 Email: art.lee@asu.edu Website: Background: Organization: Arizona Gakuen School Contact: Address: 4635 S. Lakeshore Drive City: Tempe, 85282 Phone: (480) 345-5422 Email: AZGakuen@aol.com Website: arizonagakuen.org Background: The only school in Arizona that teaches its curriculum in Japanese. Since its inception in 1991, the AGS has provided a Japanese language setting for both native speakers, and children who are learning Japanese as a second language. The AGS has approximately 225 students, 17 teachers and 13 teaching assistants. Organization: Arizona Korean Community Resource Center Contact: Mark Kim, President Address: 3627 E. Indian School Rd., Ste 103 City: Phoenix, 85018 Phone: (602) 954-2033 Email: azkcrc@msn.com Website: Background: Family and youth services including healthcare, senior services, domestic violence, citizenship, leadership and job training. Organization: Arizona Malayalees Arimala Contact: Binoy Warrier, President Address: City: Phone: Email: Website: http://azmalayalees.org Background: We aim to provide a forum for friendly social activities among the community. This site also serves as an informal source of information on upcoming events and to communicate, learn and share our heritage, culture and traditions Organization: Arizona Telegu Association Contact: Dr. Vasudeva Atluri, President Address: City: Phone: (480) 563-0891 Email: vpatluri@ieee.org Website: www.aztelugu.org Background: A nonprofit organization bringing Telugu speaking people of Arizona together. Organization: Asian Business Leaders Association Contact: Cuong Le, President Address: City: Phone: (480) 365-9908 Email: manh-cuong.le@asu.edu Website: http://www.asu.edu/clubs/abla Background: ABLA is a student organization that serves the needs of career-oriented students. ABLA promotes career development through academic support, numerous leadership opportunities, and many chances to interact with campus and community leaders. ABLA also recognizes the need for personal development by sponsoring cultural awareness events, community service involvement, and rewarding networking activities Organization: Asian Chamber of Commerce Contact: Madeline Ong-Sakata, Executive Director Address: 7217 N. 6th Way City: Phoenix, 85020 Phone: (602) 222-2009 Email: Website: http://www.asianchamber.org/ Background: To support, promote and foster business, cultural and educational relationships between chamber members and the general public; serve as a vehicle and resource center for our members to network, and market their products and services. Organization: Asian/Pacific American Assocation for Advancement (4A) of AT&T Contact: Ronnie Sebastian, President Address: 1355 W. University Drive City: Mesa, 85201 Phone: (480) 649-4698 Email: vsebastian@att.com Website: http://www.4a-att.org/chapter/arizona.html Background: 4A was founded to ensure equal opportunity for Asian Americans in employment, work assignment, salary and promotion. The organization has since evolved beyond equal opportunity and affirmative action. It also provides professional, leadership development opportunities and cultural awareness. 4A, officially renamed as the "Asian/Pacific American Association for Advancement," is now incorporated as a 501(c)(3), non-profit Organization: Association of Chinese Scientists and Engineers- Phoenix Chapter Contact: Jason Wang, President Address: P.O. Box 8144 City: Chandler, 85246-8144 Phone: Email: acse_phoenix@yahoo.com Website: http://acse-phoenix.org/ Background: The objectives of this organization are to promote friendship and fellowship among the members; to promote the exchange of professional information and experience to help member’s career development, growth, and success; to provide education and service program in Chinese community and community at large; and to promote science and technology exchange and cooperation between the United States and China. Organization: AZ India Contact: Address: City: zip: Phone: Email: Website: http://azindia.com/ Background: AZIndia.com started in April 1999 to provided services to the Indo-American community of Arizona. Organization: Bengali Cultural Association of Arizona Contact: Debashis Chowdhury, President Address: City: zip: Phone: Email: president@azbengal.org Website: http://www.azbengal.org/ Background: The Association provides a focal point for Bengalis and helps to promote the rich Bengali culture in Arizona. Our annual activities include cultural functions, Saraswati Puja, Durga Puja, Lakhsmi Puja and social get-togethers. We also publish an annual magazine Organization: Chinese American Citizens Alliance Contact: John Tang Address: City: Phone: (623) 939-7717 Email: johntang@gmail.com Website: Background: Organization: Chinese Chamber of Commerce Contact: Rosalind Ong Ondera, President Address: P.O. Box 32865 City: Phoenix, 85064 Phone: (602) 955-6665 Email: Website: http://www.cccarizona.org Background: The Chamber today continues to seek ways to benefit its members and is dedicated to serving the business community as it has since its inception. The Chamber is an ongoing and consistent partner between the Chinese business community and federal, state, county, and city governments, and is a link between the Chinese community and corporate, minority, and other congruous business entities. Organization: Chinese Senior Center Contact: Maggie Eng, Senior Programs Supervisor Address: 734 W. Elm Street City: Phoenix, 85013 Phone: (602) 262-6411 Email: maggie.eng@phoenix.gov Website: http://phoenix.gov/srcntrs/cntrchin.html Background: Activities at the center include: Clubs and classes - Arts & crafts, conversational English, Mandarin language, Chinese painting, citizenship study, "humming yo-yo;" Social activities and entertainment - Special events Games - Ping pong, bowling, Mah Jong, ballroom dancing, line dancing, Chinese chess, poker; Fitness - Tai chi chuan, chair exercise, treadmill, recumbent cycle, weightlifting Health and education Organization: Chinese United Association of Greater Phoenix Contact: Tony Kao, President Address: P.O. Box 33423 City: Phoenix, 85067 Phone: (602) 258-8881 Email: thewos@juno.com Website: Background: Organization: Gujarati Cultural Association Contact: Neeta Patel, President Address: P.O. Box 37425 City: Phoenix, 85069 Phone: (602) 992-0325 Email: info@azindia.com Website: http://www.azindia.com/gca/gca.html Background: AZINDIA.COM's vision is to provide a one stop resource for finding businesses, events, community information. The association pages are hosted for free and businesses are listed for free. Organization: India Association of Phoenix Contact: Kalpana Batnir Address: P.O. Box 60121 City: Phoenix, 85082 Phone: Email: info@azindiaassociation.com Website: www.azindiaassociation.com Background: To facilitate integration of the community of Indian heritage into our new homeland the United Sates of America, while upholding the highest democratic ideals and traditions embodied in the body politic of India and the United States. Organization: Indo-American Cultural & Religious Foundation of Arizona Contact: Gautam Shah Address: P.O. Box 61043 City: Phoenix, 85082 Phone: (602) 347-5611 Email: gmshahmd@hotmail.com Website: http://www.iacrf.org/content.asp?deptid=1 Background: To preserve Indian culture and enhance the life style of the Indian American community in Arizona by facilitating and providing appropriate program and suitable campus for children, youth, adults and senior citizens”. Essentially, the Foundation provides a forum and a place for the Indian community in Arizona to come together, to share our common interests and to rejoice our diversities Organization: Jain Center of Greater Phoenix Contact: Piyush Mehta, President Address: P.O. Box 64221 City: Phoenix, 85082 Phone: (480) 892-4172 Email: jain_phoenix@hotmail.com Website: http://jcgp.org/ Background: Jain Center of Greater Phoenix (JCGP) has been established for 20 years. It represents about 150+ families in the Phoenix metro area. The Jain center has been very active for past several years hosting a variety of events related to Jainism. JCGP has been conducting Sunday pathshala to teach Jainism to kids and adults for 20+ years in the valley. Organization: Japanese American Citizens League Contact: Leroy Sakata Address: 5414 W. Glenn Drive City: Glendale, 85031 Phone: (623) 931-1985 Email: Website: http://janet.org/jacl/ Background: JACL's mission is to advocate for the civil and human rights of Japanese Americans and others, and to promote and preserve the cultural heritage and values of Japanese Americans Organization: Kannada Sangha of Arizona Contact: Girija Krishnamurthy, Treasurer Address: P.O. Box 24852 City: Tempe, 85285-4852 Phone: (480) 961-3904 Email: girija2001@gmail.com Website: http://www.kannadasanghaofarizona.org Background: a cultural organization representing Kannada speaking people who have settled in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The purpose of this organization is to propagate Kannada language, culture, music, dance, and drama among the Kannada speaking people Organization: Korean Cultural Center in AZ Contact: Michelle Kim, Executive Director Address: 3627 E. Indian School Rd, Ste 103 City: Phoenix, 85018 Phone: (602) 264-6646 Email: kccaz@msn.com Website: Background: The Korean Cultural Center in Arizona's mission is to increase public awareness and educate the public of the richness of Korean culture that has spanned more than 5000 years Organization: National Association of Asian American Professionals in Phoenix Contact: Jason Wong Address: City: Phone: (480) 907-4471 Email: jason@naaapphoenix.org Website: http://naaapphoenix.org/ Background: NAAAP-Phoenix seeks a diverse membership base and is open to all professions within the Asian, as well as non-Asian, communities. Our activities will be based on: Professional and personal development; community service; and Asian/Pacific cultural awareness Organization: Pakistan Information and Cultural Organization Contact: Sardar Barbar, President Address: P.O. Box 40294 City: Phoenix, 85067 Phone: (623) 572-9526 Email: info@pakistaninformation.org Website: http://www.pakistaninformation.org/ Background: To Promote our Heritage, Culture, Traditions and Values. Goals: Provide information about Pakistan; Volunteer time to enhance the quality of life in the community; Create public awareness and support cultural institutions and major projects in visual and performing arts that are representative of national, regional and local cultures; Increase accessibility to the arts and help develop new and future audience; Promote vocational and career education opportunities; Create a forum by leveraging the Internet to promote fair and positive dialogue in the community. Organization: Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Arizona Contact: Ethel Luzario Address: P.O. Box 43338 City: Phoenix, 85080-3338 Phone: (602) 549-1011 Email: info@paccaz.com Website: http://www.paccaz.com/ Background: To promote and safequard the interests of Filipino businesses and American companies doing business with Filipinos in Arizona and in the Philippines Organization: Phoenix Asian League Contact: Tri Trinh, Chairperson Address: 302 N. 1st Ave, Ste 900 City: Phoenix, 85003 Phone: 602-262-7617 Email: tri.trinh@phoenix.gov Website: http://phxpal.org/index2.html Background: To provide opportunities for leadership and professional development, mentoring, networking, sharing, and promoting cultural values, traditions, and volunteerism within the City of Phoenix. Organization: Phoenix Chinese Week Contact: Mai Young, President Address: 15001 N. 15th Drive City: Phoenix, 85023 Phone: (602) 548-8398 Email: http://www.phoenixchineseweek.com/Contact_Information.html Website: http://www.phoenixchineseweek.com Background: To promote cultural exchange the organization presents a series of cultural, social, and educational events to celebrate the richness and diversity of our cultural heritage and history Organization: Phoenix Metro Maharashtra Mandal Contact: Mandar Nangare Address: City: Phone: (602) 363-7202 Email: http://phxmm.com/index.php?option=com_contact&Itemid=3 Website: http://phxmm.com/ Background: Every year PMMM committee organizes cultural, social, traditional programs and fun-filled gatherings. It provides a forum to preserve, promote, and cherish the great history and socio-cultural values of Maharashtra. These programs encourage community member participation, interaction and sharing of cultural values Organization: Sangeetshri School of Music Contact: Dr. Vijayshree Sharma Address: 6633 E. Green Way Pkwy 2068 City: Scottsdale, 85254-2038 Phone: (480) 361-5595 Email: vijayshree.sharma@gmail.com Website: http://www.sangeetshri.com/index.html Background: Sangeetshri School of Music is an institution dedicated to the learning of Indian Classical Music and Culture Organization: Society for Promotion of Indian Classical Music and Culture Amongst Youth Contact: Mrinalini Muralidharan Address: 1721 E. Ladonna Lane City: Tempe, 85283 Phone: Email: info@spicmacay.com Website: http://www.spicmacay.org/ Background: Dedicated to educating the youth and the community about India’s rich and classical cultural heritage. The movement appeals to the youthful energy and enthusiasm of students, recognizing the value of the formative years in school and college Organization: The Filipino Contact: Paul Alcordo, President Address: PO Box 56575 City: Phoenix, 85079 Phone: (602) 380-7295 Email: paul@thefilipino.com Website: http://www.thefilipino.com/arizona.html Background: TheFilipino.com offers Philippine news links, live Philippine radio broadcasts, and local community events. With a vision of being the primary source of information for Filipino American communities in each state, we continually searching for services that can provide valuable assistance to the community
Gay/Lesbian Organizations
Organization: Greater Phoenix Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce Contact: Address: City: zip: Phone: Email: http://www.visitgayarizona.com/contactus.htm Website: www.visitgayarizona.com Background: GPGLCC represents a wide range of professions. GPGLCC members work in such diverse fields as medicine, finance, sports, journalism, education, advertising, public relations and marketing, fund-raising, public administration, government and the arts Organization: Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay and Transgendered United Employees (League) at AT&T Contact: Rudy Armijo, President Address: 1355 W. University Drive City: Mesa, 85201 Phone: (480) 649-4701 Email: http://www.league-att.org/contact_us Website: http://www.league-att.org/ Background: LEAGUE at AT&T will lead, shape and change the workplace, our communities, and the world in which we live Organization: Phoenix Pride Contact: Brandi Sokolosky, President Address: P.O. Box 16847 City: Phoenix, 85011-6847 Phone: (602) 277-7433 Email: director@phoenixpride.org Website: http://phoenixpride.org/ Background: Pride Committees commemorate the birth of the gay and lesbian rights movement each year across the country. They host rallies, parades, marches and festivals in mid April each year. These activities keep the spirit alive and allow us to renew our energies toward educating the general public about our Pride in ourselves and our right to exist
Hispanic/Latino-American Organizations
Organization: Arizona Association of Chicanos for Higher Education Contact: Antonio