About CAWM
The Organization
Founded around 20 years ago, the Chinese Association of Western Massachusetts (CAWM) initially aimed to unite local Chinese immigrant families in celebrating traditional holidays together. Over time, these celebrations grew, attracting more families and communities. We discovered that celebrating cultural diversity together not only educates our children about their heritage but also fosters connections among different cultures and communities.
Since officially becoming a non-profit organization in 2013, CAWM has remained committed to enriching the lives of local Chinese American families through cultural events and has expanded into culture education, youth leadership, and community engagement. Our organization operates entirely on volunteer support, from the leadership team to everyone involved. We welcome individuals who wish to give back to join us in our efforts. Reach out to us – we'd love to collaborate with you!
The Community
Initially known only to Chinese American families in the Longmeadow/East Longmeadow areas, CAWM's reach has expanded significantly with the advent of social media. Now, thousands of individuals from across Western Massachusetts, including northern Connecticut residents, participate in our activities, utilize our resources, and benefit from our events.
In recent years, we've launched initiatives to engage more youth in the community, including high school and college students. We're delighted to involve young people in community service, leadership development, and fostering a spirit of giving back, all while deepening their appreciation for their cultural identity.
While the world may seem more challenging than ever, by focusing on our strengths and embracing the differences that make each of us unique, we can create a better world for everyone, anywhere.
Leadership Team
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Linda Hill, President
Board Member Since 2018
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Cecilia Chan, Vice President
Board Member Since 2018
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Da Wu, Treasurer
Board Member Since 2022
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Xiaoli Zhong, Secretary
Board Member Since 2023
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Heng Zhang, Director
Board Member Since 2018
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Huiming Huang, Director
Board Member Since 2022
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Di Wang, Director
Board Member since 2023
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Yan Li, Director
Board Member since 2023
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Xiaoqiu Wang, Director
Board Member since 2024
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Lian Duan, Event Committee
Volunteer since 2019
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Jia Xu, Event Committe
Volunteer since 2023
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Jane Lin, Event Committee
Volunteer since 2023
In The Press
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Daily Hampshire Gazette - Welcome the Year of Dragon (2024)
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WesternMass News - 2024 Lunar New Year Culture Featival
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Fabulour 413 - 2024 Lunar New Year Festival (2/15/24, begin at 40 min )
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Mass Appeal - CAWM 2024 Chinese New Year Culture Festival
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Fabulour 413 - 2023 Dragon Boat Festival (10/12, began at 36th Min)
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Mass Appeal 2023 Get a Boat for Dragon Boat Festival Race
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Mass Appeal 2023 Lantern Festival and Chinese Cultural Fair
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Chinese Assoc. of western Mass. hosts Lantern Festival
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Lantern Festival & Chinese Cultural Fair aims for unity & connection
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Autumn festival and Asian family day celebrated at Lupa Zoo
Join Us!
CAWM is a proud participant of Mass Cultural Council's Card to Culture program, in collaboration with the Department of Transitional Assistance, the Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Nutrition Program, and the Massachusetts Health Connector, by broadening accessibility to cultural programming.
Most of our events are free and open to public. The Chinese New Year Celebration and Culture Fair is open to public and costs a minimal fee. EBT and WIC cardholders receive a 25% discount off the full-course dinner. See the complete list of participating organizations offering EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare discounts."