On Wednesday, August 14, several of our members reconnected over a delicious meal at Sole Cafe in St. Paul! Thanks to all who came out!!

We look forward to all next sharing a meal together at the annual Gala on September 5!!

We had a great time celebrating and honoring our colleagues on the bench, reconnecting with old friends, and meeting new friends at this year's MNAPABA Judges Reception! We look forward to another year of continuing to support, develop, and promote our members who are on the bench and those who are seeking to join the bench!

MNAPABA members had a wonderful time reconnecting and bonding at the Annual Summer Pool Party & School Supply Drive, hosted by Amy Xu and Mike Schumann! Thank you Amy and Mike for your hospitality and for once again hosting this fun-filled event!

The MNAPABA Executive Board is currently accepting nominations for this year's Member Awards, which will be presented at the 2024 MNAPABA Gala on September 5. Criteria for each award is below:

• Trailblazer Award: Given to a MNAPABA member who has forged new paths in his/her career and has worked to pave the way for other Asian Pacific Americans to succeed.
• Leadership Award: Given to a MNAPABA member who has exemplified outstanding leadership in MNAPABA and the legal community in 2024.
• Member of the Year Award: Given to a MNAPABA member who has made significant contributions to the organization in 2024.

If you or another member of our community has recently received an award or honor, please share it with us by emailing mnapaba@gmail.com. We know everyone is doing amazing things, and would love the opportunity to share and celebrate our friends' and members' accomplishments publicly!

MNAPABA is seeking sponsors for our 2024 Gala and 2024-25 year!! Sponsors are critical to enabling our provision of programming and services to our members and the legal community. If you or your firm/organization are interested in being a sponsor, please email mnapaba@gmail.com for more information!

The Board is interested in consulting with an attorney with nonprofit experience to discuss some exciting and positive ideas for MNAPABA and its future endeavors. If you have this type of experience and would be willing to share some insight with the Board, please email mnapaba@gmail.com

MNAPABA Members had a great time volunteering and making a difference at Second Harvest Heartland on June 1! The 8 volunteers packed 82 meals per person, for a grand total of 656 meals to make a difference in the community. Thanks to the volunteers, and we look forward to seeing many of you at our next volunteer opportunity!