In anticipation of Election Day, the Chinese-American Planning Council hosted a Golden Day Community Carnival at CPC One, its new community services site in Lower Manhattan, to encourage New Yorkers to vote. The event on Saturday marked the last day to register to vote and the first day of early voting for federal, state, and city elections. 

The event was attended by over 500 community members and kept them prepared and informed of the voting process through various resources. Multilingual staff were onsite to answer questions and assist with voter registration, absentee ballot requests and polling location information.

“Voting is not just a right; it’s a powerful tool for enacting change and shaping our future,” said Wayne Ho, President and CEO of CPC. “Through the Golden Day Community Carnival, we are ensuring that our community members are equipped with the knowledge and support to participate in the voting process and have their voices heard in these critical elections.”

The family-friendly event offered face painting, a pumpkin patch, paper cutting, calligraphy, hot chocolate and cotton candy. There also was a chance for community members to share previous experiences with the election process and engage in conversation regarding the current election. 

Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council was established to serve the Asian American community. Today, it is the nation’s largest Asian American social services organization and aims to empower Chinese Americans, immigrants, and low-income communities socially and economically. 

Earlier this year, the Council CPC One on Suffolk Street, which offers community services and affordable housing. The site includes over 200 affordable housing units while operating as a headquarters for many programs.