2026 OCA National Convention T-Shirt Design
2026-04-13 08:00 - 2026-05-31 23:30 UTC | MI
Design the Future: 2026 OCA National Convention T-Shirt Design Contest Now Open
This summer, a defining moment for the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community will take place in Detroit.
As anticipation builds for the 2026 OCA National Convention, we are pleased to announce the launch of one of the convention’s most creative and visible traditions:
The 2026 OCA National Convention T-Shirt Design Contest is now open.
This is an opportunity to share your perspective, showcase your creativity, and contribute to a design that will be worn by attendees from across the country.

Application Form Here

About
OCA – Asian Pacific American Advocates
Founded in 1973, OCA – Asian Pacific American Advocates is a leading national organization dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
With more than 50 chapters and affiliates across the United States, OCA works to promote civic engagement, support youth leadership, expand educational opportunities, and strengthen community connections nationwide.

A Homecoming in Detroit
The 2026 convention carries particular significance as it returns to Detroit.
Association of Chinese Americans (ACA), one of OCA’s founding organizations established in 1972, has long served the Detroit community through cultural programming, social services, and advocacy.
Hosting the national convention in Detroit represents not only a major gathering, but also a meaningful homecoming.

Convention Details
2026 OCA National Convention
July 23–26, 2026
Detroit, Michigan
Leaders, advocates, students, and community members from across the country will come together to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and shape the future of the AANHPI community.

2026 Theme: Motown Momentum
MOTOWN MOMENTUM: IGNITING NEW ENERGY, INSPIRING ALL GENERATIONS
The 2026 theme draws inspiration from Detroit’s defining identity.
“Motown” originates from “Motor Town,” reflecting Detroit’s historic role as the center of the American automobile industry, home to companies such as Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and Chrysler.
The term gained global recognition through the founding of Motown Records in 1960 by Berry Gordy. The label helped shape modern popular music through artists such as Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, and Jackson 5.
Today, Motown represents more than a musical genre. It reflects a spirit of innovation, resilience, creativity, and cross-generational cultural influence.
The theme “Motown Momentum” calls on us to build on that legacy by bringing together different generations, igniting new energy, and advancing the future of AANHPI communities.

The T-Shirt Design Contest
The official convention T-shirt is more than a commemorative item. It serves as a shared symbol of identity, unity, and purpose.
Participants are invited to interpret this year’s theme and translate it into a compelling visual design. Whether drawing inspiration from Detroit’s industrial heritage, its musical legacy, or the diversity of the AANHPI community, submissions should reflect the spirit of the convention.

What the Winner Receives
The selected designer will receive one full convention registration
In addition, the winning design will be featured as the official 2026 OCA National Convention T-shirt and worn by attendees from across the United States.

Submission Guidelines

All entries must be original work
The winner will be determined through OCA board voting
The contest is open to all participants

Designers are encouraged to keep the number of colors minimal to ensure high-quality production.

Deadline
May 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

Contact
For questions, please contact:
hojin.kim@ocanational.org

Be Part of the Momentum
This is an opportunity to contribute to a national gathering that celebrates community, culture, and collective progress.
Through design, participants can help shape how this moment is seen, shared, and remembered.
Join us in Detroit and be part of defining the momentum forward.

Health Screening Fair - (Madison Heights) 05/09/2026
2026-05-09 09:00 - 11:30 | ACA Chinese Community Center, 32585 Concord Drive, Madison Heights, MI, 48071-1141, United States

Health Screening Fair - (Detroit) 06/03/2026
2026-06-03 09:00 - 11:00 | ACA Detroit Service Center, 4750 Woodward Avenue, #211, Detroit, MI, 48201

Health Screening Fair - (Madison Heights) 07/11/2026
2026-07-11 09:00 - 11:30 | ACA Chinese Community Center, 32585 Concord Drive, Madison Heights, MI, 48071-1141, United States

Home Coming: ACA Announces First-Ever Scholarship Alumni Reunion
2026-07-24 17:00 - 20:30 | ACA Chinese Community Center, 32585 Concord Drive, Madison Heights, MI, 48071-1141, United States
For 42 years, the Association of Chinese Americans (ACA) Scholarship Program has helped young people pursue their educational dreams, recognize their achievements, and encourage them to become leaders in their communities.
Since the first scholarships were awarded in the early 1980s, hundreds of students have received ACA scholarships. They have gone on to become physicians, engineers, educators, entrepreneurs, public servants, artists, researchers, and community leaders. Yet despite the program’s long and successful history, many scholarship recipients have never had the opportunity to meet one another.
That is about to change.
On Friday, July 24, 2026, ACA will host the first-ever ACA Scholarship Alumni Reunion, bringing together scholarship recipients from across four decades for an evening of reconnection, reflection, and celebration.
The reunion will take place from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the ACA Chinese Community Center in Madison Heights, Michigan.
This historic gathering marks a significant milestone in ACA’s history. For the first time, scholarship recipients from the 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s will come together to celebrate a shared legacy of achievement and community service.
Many alumni may remember the excitement of receiving an ACA scholarship, the encouragement it provided during their educational journey, and the support of a community that believed in their potential. The reunion offers an opportunity to reconnect with that community, renew old friendships, make new connections, and reflect on how far everyone has come.
The evening will feature networking opportunities, alumni stories, reflections on the history of the scholarship program, and discussions about how alumni can continue supporting future generations of students.
More importantly, the reunion is about people.
It is about the student who received a scholarship decades ago and is now mentoring young professionals. It is about the first-generation college student who found encouragement through ACA. It is about the many individuals whose lives were touched by a community that invested in their future.
As ACA looks toward the future, we hope this reunion will be the beginning of a vibrant Scholarship Alumni Network—one that connects generations of recipients, fosters mentorship, and strengthens the bonds that have united our community for more than four decades.
If you are a former ACA Scholarship recipient, we invite you to join us for this historic occasion. Whether your scholarship was awarded 40 years ago or four years ago, you remain an important part of the ACA family.
We also encourage alumni to share photographs, memories, career updates, and stories from their scholarship years. Together, we can preserve the history of the ACA Scholarship Program and inspire the next generation of scholars.
Event Details
ACA Scholarship Alumni Reunion
Date: Friday, July 24, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: ACA Chinese Community Center
32585 Concord Drive
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Registration Form
Please help us spread the word by sharing this announcement with fellow ACA Scholarship recipients.
We look forward to welcoming you home and celebrating 42 years of scholarship excellence.
For more information, please contact:
Tao Liu
Marketing and Development Specialist
Association of Chinese Americans (ACA)
Email: tliu@acaccc.org
Phone: 248-585-9343 or 313-831-1790

Health Screening Fair - (Detroit) 08/04/2026
2026-08-04 09:00 - 11:00 | ACA Detroit Service Center, 4750 Woodward Avenue, #211, Detroit, MI, 48201

Health Screening Fair - (Madison Heights) 09/12/2026
2026-09-12 09:00 - 11:30 | ACA Chinese Community Center, 32585 Concord Drive, Madison Heights, MI, 48071-1141, United States

Health Screening Fair - (Detroit) 10/14/2026
2026-10-14 09:00 - 11:00 | ACA Detroit Service Center, 4750 Woodward Avenue, #211, Detroit, MI, 48201

Health Screening Fair - (Madison Heights) 11/21/2026
2026-11-21 09:00 - 11:30 | ACA Chinese Community Center, 32585 Concord Drive, Madison Heights, MI, 48071-1141, United States

Health Screening Fair - (Detroit) 12/02/2026
2026-12-02 09:00 - 11:00 | ACA Detroit Service Center, 4750 Woodward Avenue, #211, Detroit, MI, 48201
