Courtesy: C.A.C.A. Seattle
The Seattle Lodge of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance (C.A.C.A.) drew a record 240 attendees to its annual banquet on Sunday, May 31, raising more than $1,500 for student scholarships.
Courtesy: C.A.C.A. Seattle
The event included a Presentation of Colors by American Legion Cathay Post No. 186 and recognition of winners of the 2026 C.A.C.A. National Essay Contest.
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Michelle Huang of Newport High School received first place and a $500 award. Janet Leong of Inglemoor High School earned second place and $300. Beikun Hu of North Creek High School and Cady Wu of Interlake High School were named runners-up and received $100 each. Isabelle Charernruengkit of Skyline High School was also recognized for placing third nationally and receiving a $700 award.
Courtesy: C.A.C.A. Seattle
Courtesy: C.A.C.A. Seattle
The organization presented its Fred Yee Citizens Award to Michael Chen, Amy Chen Lozano, Tanya Woo and the Buddhist Tzu-Chi Foundation. Presenters included Assunta Ng, Mary Knell and Alan Lai.
The lodge also announced it will host the national C.A.C.A. convention in Seattle in September 2027.
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