All of us at AEDA have been shocked and heartbroken by another unjustified police killing of an African American man, George Floyd. We stand in support of the protests demanding justice for George Floyd. Our leaders must reform policing that for too long continues to harm communities of color. In this moment of outrage, we at AEDA want to channel our anger to help with another immediate need -- helping Twin Cities Asian small businesses harmed by the recent civil unrests. AEDA has created a recovery fund to help these locally owned businesses. In Little Mekong alone (one mile on University Avenue from Marion to Dale) over two dozen businesses were damaged and looted. Some businesses have lost everything. 100% of your donation will go to help the businesses with the most need. Thank for your support.
Soktevy “Tevy” Phann tells her customers that her gourmet cotton candy is “a little science, a little magic.” It seems to be working, too, because in just a little over a year Tevy’s business, “Spinning Wylde,” has transformed from a festival vendor Read More …
With 15 years of experience managing a business behind him, Luyen Le was ready to start his own business. With help from AEDA’s small business development program over six months, Mr. Le and his long-time friend, Tyra Tran, successfully launched Modern Electrical Solutions, Read More …
We build our innovative approaches to creating jobs and reducing poverty for Twin Cities Asian population through in-language, culturally appropriate direct engagement with our communities.
