CAAC is an all-volunteer nonprofit empowering Chinese American families in Cambridge through advocacy, education, and joyful shared experiences.
400
families in our network
$37,000+
raised for school libraries
2,600+
AAPI books donated since 2021
Latest events and news
- CAAC Volunteers Pack Family Meals at the Greater Boston Food BankOn Saturday, October 17, 14 CAAC volunteers spent the afternoon at the Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB). They joined volunteers from Yale Appliance and several individual volunteers, 26 people in… Continue reading CAAC Volunteers Pack Family Meals at the Greater Boston Food Bank
- Come join our Mid-Autumn Festival Community Party 2026Come celebrate with us at Cambridge Common Park for a lively community party filled with festive cheer! Gather your friends and family to enjoy the magic of this traditional Chinese… Continue reading Come join our Mid-Autumn Festival Community Party 2026
- The 2nd International Heritage Fashion ART ShowDream the Dream — The 2nd International Heritage Fashion Art Show 第二届民族服装艺术秀 Join the Chinese American Association of Cambridge for our 2nd Ethnic Fashion Art Show, celebrating the beauty and… Continue reading The 2nd International Heritage Fashion ART Show
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What we do
Community celebrations
Our Lunar New Year celebration at CRLS has brought the community together every year since 2023, with a culture fair and stage performances. We also host Mid-Autumn Festival parties.
AAPI Book Drive
Every year we donate books celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander voices to Cambridge Public Schools, preschools and Somerville schools. More than 2,600 books so far.
Dragon Boat
Join the Cambridge Community Dragon Boat Team for summer practices and racing at the Boston Dragon Boat Festival. All levels welcome.
Culture presentation
We bring Chinese culture to our neighbors, with calligraphy, Lunar New Year couplets and more, at community spaces such as senior apartments.
Our projects
Chinese Restaurant Free Library
More than 3,000 Chinese books in 9 restaurants across the region, free to borrow since summer 2021.
Chasing the Dream Dance Showcase
Our annual dance show, a project of CAAC, bringing dancers and families together on stage.
Moments from our community
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