Chinese American Citizens Alliance

The Chinese American Citizens Alliance (C.A.C.A.) is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to civil rights advocacy and community empowerment for Chinese Americans across the United States. Based in San Francisco, CA, C.A.C.A. provides comprehensive services including legislative advocacy, educational programs, community service initiatives, and leadership development opportunities. The organization operates through a network of local lodges nationwide, enabling members to advocate effectively for their civil rights while preserving cultural heritage. C.A.C.A. offers educational resources and scholarships designed to empower individuals through lifelong learning, historical preservation programs that maintain Chinese American traditions and achievements, and community engagement events that foster connections and celebrate cultural pride. The organization's work encompasses defending constitutional rights, particularly birthright citizenship and equal protection under the law, while simultaneously strengthening economic and political opportunities within communities. C.A.C.A. engages in amicus curiae filings and public advocacy on critical civil rights issues affecting Chinese Americans. Members benefit from a supportive fraternal community built on principles of charity, justice, fidelity, and mutual assistance. Whether through participation in national conventions, local lodge activities, essay contests for youth, or legislative advocacy efforts, C.A.C.A. provides San Francisco-based and nationwide members with meaningful ways to contribute to social change while upholding American citizenship values and responsibilities.