A Stronger Oregon Together

Two Organizations.
A Shared Commitment
to Community.

AACO and the AACO Foundation have complementary roles in serving Oregon’s AAPI communities.

Asian American Council of Oregon

501(c)(4)

Advocacy. Civic engagement. Community voice.

AACO works to strengthen AAPI civic power and representation through advocacy, civic engagement, leadership development and community connection.

AACO Foundation

501(c)(3)

Charitable. Educational. Cultural.

The AACO Foundation brings people together through cultural and social events that build friendship, encourage harmonious relationships, and deepen understanding of Asian and Asian American cultures.

Why Two Organizations?

AACO and the AACO Foundation have complementary missions but different legal structures and responsibilities. Maintaining separate organizations allows each to focus on the work it is best positioned to undertake while continuing to collaborate where appropriate.