2022 Spring Program

ACFC is pleased to launch the 2022 Leadership Development program starting in March. Individuals will have the opportunity to engage with experts in areas such as finance, career development, interviewing & resume building, small business ownership, homeownership and serving on boards or with local chambers. Upon completion of the program Alum will have access to mentors, one on one sessions with instructors and other foundation support.

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrates participation within the broad umbrella of the Asian American Pacific Islander Community as a member, ally or supporter.
• A desire to grow personal skills in the areas of career development, networking, financial literacy and becoming board-ready.
• Commitment to attend and fully engage in all four courses of the program.

Program Schedule:
The ACFC Leadership Development Program runs 6pm- 8pm on: 03/23, 03/30, 04/6, 04/13, 04/20 and 04/27. We ask that you confirm your availability to attend these six sessions prior to applying to the program. If you are unable to attend all six please consider postponing to a later session of the program when you are available. We will not be able to provide certificates or alum benefits
to individuals who do not complete at minimum 5 classes.

Program Topics (including but not limited to):

• Social Interactions – networking and public speaking
• Tips from community leaders, elders or officials
• Career connections
  • Resume building
  • Interview skills
• Personal and Business Finances
  • Credit and debt
  • Home Ownership and Apartment Lease Agreements
  • Tax 101
  • Small Business Financing
• Local Government and Board of Directors
• Spring 2022 Program Schedule

Tuition:
The tuition for the ACFC Leadership Development Program will be waived for the 2022 session. Participants are responsible for their own travel to sessions, which will be held at the American Red Cross building on 444 Sherman St. in Denver CO. Ample free parking is available. Meals will be provided and stipends can be awarded for individuals who show that commuting to classes will be a burden.

We encourage students and young professionals to submit their application by March 9, 2022.

Download application form here.

Please contact Alyssa Nilemo at anilemo@aapifoundation.org with any questions.