Community
January 2025: Veteran Charity Night
We at AAYAA are deeply honored to be a part of Valor Christian High School's Annual Military Appreciation Night. We are especially proud that our co-founder, Brock Benson, has been named Honorary Captain for the event. AAYAA members actively participated in the planning and execution of this event, which successfully raised over $16,000 for Colorado Warrior Sled Hockey. We deeply appreciate the service and sacrifices made by our veterans for our country
November 2024: CPHL Championship
Co-founders Eddie Chen (Valor Christian HS Screaming Eagles) and Cooper Huang (Cherry Creek HS Bruins) renewed their rivalry at the 2024 Colorado Prep Hockey League Championship. As the top two teams in Colorado, they've earned the right to compete at the USA Hockey National Championships in March 2025.
October 2024: Brock Benson at West Point
We are incredibly proud of our co-founder, Brock Benson, flourishing at West Point.
September 2024: Asian Avenue Magazine
AAYAA's summer camps were featured in the Asian Avenue Magazine: September 2024 publication.
September 2024: Mid-Autumn Festival
AAYAA volunteered for the Nathan Yip Foundation Mid-Autumn Festival, raising money for Colorado rural schools!
August 2024: CACEN Gala
At CACEN's fundraising gala, AAYAA members helped serve food to over 200 people. In total, attendees helped raise $17k for the new Asian Community Center.
July 2024: Book Donation
AAYAA's generous community rallied together, donating over 200 books to families in need through their partnership with Englewood Book Drive.
April 2024: Award-winning Project!
Co-founders Eddie Chen and Brock Benson presented AAYAA at the DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) and won the 3rd place in the world.
April 2024: Community Outreach
AAYAA held an information Session at Denver Chinese School, promoting AAYAA 2024 Summer Youth Sports Camp.
February 2024: Lunar New Year Festival
AAYAA partnered with the ILF (International Leadership Foundation) at the Denver Chinese New Year Festival to raise funds for both organizations, ultimately promoting youth activism and leadership.