Korean American Association of Greater New York

The Korean American Association of Greater New York (KAAGNY) is a comprehensive nonprofit organization serving the diverse needs of over half a million Korean Americans throughout the New York, NY metropolitan area. Since its founding in 1960, KAAGNY has established itself as a vital hub connecting Korean Americans to one another while facilitating meaningful engagement with the broader American community. Operating as an umbrella organization overseeing 500+ affiliated Korean American organizations, KAAGNY delivers extensive support across multiple service areas including education, cultural programming, vocational assistance, and community outreach initiatives. The organization provides assistance and services to Korean Americans of all ages and economic backgrounds, ensuring equitable access to resources regardless of circumstance. KAAGNY's main office, located in Chelsea, Manhattan, serves as the operational center for coordinating these diverse programs and initiatives. Through strategic partnerships and collaborative relationships with regional and ethnic organizations, KAAGNY continues to expand its impact and influence within New York, NY and surrounding communities. The organization remains committed to advancing the economic, civic, educational, and cultural welfare of the Korean American community while fostering a strong sense of identity and consciousness for future generations. KAAGNY actively nurtures the potential of individual Korean Americans to contribute meaningfully to the development of a thriving and productive immigrant community throughout the United States.