Publish Date: September 2026 Type: Report Topics: Report, CBO, Community Based Organization, Funding, Health Advocacy, Mental Health, Survey Ethnicity: Language: English State: In 2025, APIAHF completed its fifth annual survey of our network of over 315 community-based organizations (CBOs) who serve Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities across the United States and its jurisdictions. This report consolidates and highlights key findings from the responses of 107 CBOs servicing 49 states and jurisdictions. Notably, recent funding cuts and federal policy changes are reducing organizational capacity while simultaneously increasing community need. Key Findings from the Report: Funding Cuts Disproportionately Impact Underserved Populations: For many of the communities these CBOs serve, there is no other organization equipped to help in their language and cultural context. Communities served by only one or two organizations, in states with limited AANHPI CBO infrastructure, face the highest risk of losing access to culturally competent care entirely if those organizations contract or close. Federal Policy Changes Reduce Funding for Needed Health Services: Among the 92 organizations providing preventative care, health education, or wellness services, 75% (69 organizations) reported that these services have been affected by funding cuts. Reduced Organizational Capacity and Increased Fear and Uncertainty: In addition to reduced funding leading to downsizing, if not outright closure, survey responses also indicate that these pressures are generating significant fear, stress, and uncertainty among both CBO staff and the communities they serve. 87% report mental health impact on communities, and 73% report staff fear, anxiety, uncertainty, and low morale. H.R. 1’s Restrictions and AANHPI Communities: H.R. 1’s restrictions affecting certain immigrant populations, new Medicaid eligibility requirements, and expanded Medicaid and SNAP work requirements rank among the changes of greatest concern.

Publish Date: August 22, 2025 Type: Report Topics: Report, CBO, Community Based Organization, Funding, Health Advocacy, Mental Health, Survey Ethnicity: Language: English State: The survey—APIAHF’s fourth and most comprehensive to date—collected responses from 98 CBOs across 29 states and six Pacific territories. Taken together, the findings paint a stark picture: despite being the backbone of culturally rooted health care delivery, most AANHPI-serving CBOs lack the funding they need to sustain essential services. Key Findings from the Report: Federal Cuts Put Millions at Risk: $1 trillion in new federal budget cuts to Medicaid and health programs could leave up to 17 million people uninsured, with CBOs warning of increased gaps in care and loss of enrollment assistance programs. Language Access in Crisis: Translation and interpretation remain the most underfunded service area, even as demand grows across Asian and non-Asian languages like Spanish, Russian, Swahili, and Amharic. Services Outpacing Resources: While 88% of CBOs serve all age groups, over half report funding gaps in key services, especially mental health care, addiction services, maternal health, and LGBTQ+ health care. Advocacy Undervalued: Only 26% of CBOs have dedicated funding for advocacy, despite urgent needs in areas like language access, racial justice, and health equity. Communities Served Are Expanding: 62% of AANHPI-serving CBOs also now serve Black, Latino, and immigrant communities, demonstrating a shift toward multiracial, multilingual care delivery. Social Determinants Largely Unfunded: Essential services such as digital literacy, housing, food access, and job training remain critically underfunded, limiting CBOs’ ability to address broader health drivers. CBO Resilience is Under Threat: Nearly three-quarters of CBOs cite urgent needs for training in fundraising, strategic planning, and leadership, signaling an infrastructure crisis if flexible funding is not restored.

Publish Date: August 26, 2026 Type: Fact Sheet, Infographic, FAQ Topics: Psoriatic Arthritis Ethnicity: Language: English State: Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory condition in which the immune system becomes overactive and attacks joints, tendons, and skin, creating inflammation. The Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum has developed a fact sheet designed to raise general awareness of PsA, and to help those with PsA understand their symptoms and find effective treatment. View and download the fact sheet:

FEBRUARY 24, 2026 PRESS RELEASE APIAHF RESPONSE TO THE STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS FEBRUARY 24, 2026 WASHINGTON — Tonight, President Donald Trump shared the Administration’s actions and future plans in his State of the Union address. Juliet K. Choi, President & CEO of the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF), released the following statement: “Tonight’s State of the Union comes at a pivotal moment as the nation’s trust in our public health infrastructure is under strain and millions of vulnerable Americans face rising healthcare costs and the real risk of losing coverage altogether. Policymakers must take immediate, bipartisan action to blunt the harmful impacts of H.R. 1 and prevent deep cuts to essential safety net programs that families rely on every day. “Across the country, many working families — especially immigrant families — are not feeling relief; they are experiencing deep and growing uncertainty and anxiety. Healthcare costs continue to climb out of reach, and immigration enforcement actions in previously protected locations such as hospitals, schools, childcare centers, and places of worship are further undermining community trust. “Even in the face of these challenges, communities are supporting one another through mutual aid and collective action. APIAHF will continue to demand accountability from elected leaders and encourage eligible voters and community leaders alike to stay informed, participate and make their voices heard at the ballot box.” # # # Achieving health equity for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities through law, policy and practice. BACK TO PRESS RELEASES Next Item Previous Item BACK TO PRESS RELEASES

AUGUST 30, 2023 PRESS RELEASE APIAHF APPLAUDS CMS’ BOLD ACTION TO SAFEGUARD HEALTH CARE COVERAGE AUGUST 30, 2023 WASHINGTON —Today, the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services sent a letter to all states and U.S. territories requiring them to determine if they have an eligibility systems issue that could cause entire households to be disenrolled from Medicaid or CHIP even if they are eligible for coverage. If a state has an eligibility systems issue, they must do the following, to avoid CMS enforcement to bring states into compliance: Pause procedural disenrollments for those individuals impacted, Reinstate coverage for all affected individuals and provide retroactive eligibility back to the date of termination, Implement one or more CMS-approved mitigation strategies until such time that the state has fixed all systems and processes to prevent continued inappropriate disenrollments, and Fix state systems and processes to ensure renewals are conducted appropriately and in accordance with federal Medicaid requirements. Juliet K. Choi, president and CEO of the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) released the following statement: “We applaud CMS for taking bold action to safeguard health care coverage for millions of families across our nation as we continue to face the devastating impacts of disenrollment from Medicaid Unwinding, which disproportionately affects communities of color, immigrants and individuals with limited English proficiency. “Health care is a fundamental right, and ensuring that children and families have reliable access to necessary services is paramount. It is unconscionable for states to disenroll thousands of families, including children, due to a state’s systems and operational issues. This action today by CMS is a positive and necessary step toward protecting coverage for low-income families, and we are optimistic that the Biden administration will continue to forge forth towards affordable, quality care for all families.” # # # The Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) influences policy, mobilizes communities and strengthens programs and organizations to improve the health of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. BACK TO PRESS RELEASES Next Item Previous Item BACK TO PRESS RELEASES

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