Yurise Foundation Inc

3. Special needs services a. Information & resource hub b. Special needs fundraising event c. Community outreach & partnerships d. Easter egg hunt sponsorship e. Art to heart program sponsorship f. Upward choir program g. Transition seminars & workshops 1. Our special needs parent support services is guided by a mission to listen, respect, and embrace diversity while fostering mutual support, joyful living, and individual growth. We provide a collaborative platform for specialneeds families to navigate challenges, share resources, and collectively improve their wellbeing.2. Special needs committee: our dedicated committee focuses on designing community activities, coordinating resource discussions, and planning for the longterm needs of specialneeds families. We meet monthly and organize regular indoor and outdoor eventsamplified through our website, social media, and inperson gatheringsto build a strong, supportive network.3. Special needs resource newsletter: following our special needs inauguration and the establishment of a dedicated committee, we strengthened our digital presence by relaunching the foundation's website with a streamlined, mobilefriendly design and centralizing all essential materialstransitionplanning guides, service directories, funding resources, and our uptodate events calendar. At the same time, we produced our first biannual special needs resource enewsletter, which brings together event highlights, community news, and stepbystep transition tools into a single, easytonavigate email.4. Seminars, workshops, and site visits: to support individuals with special needs through the critical transition phasefrom school to adult services and employmentwe organized a series of expert-led events and facility tours. On february 3, representatives from the center for pursuits presented an information session on essential transition services; in early march, our committee attended a statewide transition conference to gather best practices and bring new resources back to the community; on april 18, we toured the texas a&m center on disability and development to explore their innovative program oerings; on august 30, a specialist from the texas workforce commission shared insights into vocational supports and jobplacement programs; on september 9, we visited brookwood community to learn about their longterm care model; and on september 21, experts from texana delivered an indepth session on services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.5. Family gatherings & support group: each month, we host a family support gatheringcomplete with food, snacks, and casual activitiesto foster peertopeer sharing of tips, resources, and encouragement. From outdoor barbecues to group camping trips, these events build a closeknit community where caregivers can connect, unwind, and recharge.6. Special needs fundraising concert: on november 16th, we presented our annual formal concert to raise funds for transitionrelated services. Featuring performances by a world renowned pianist and our own upward choir, the evening provided both entertainment and critical financial support for adults moving from school to independent living and employment.7. Art to heart program: we sponsor a safe, welcoming art and crafts program designed to spark creativity and community among individuals with special needs. Through guided projects and open studio time, participants share their love of art, celebrate each other's work, and forge lasting friendships.8. Upward choir program: our upward choir brings together singers of all abilities to nurture musical talent, enhance motor coordination, and boost selfconfidence. Under the direction of experienced instructors, choir members rehearse weekly and perform at community events, experiencing the pride and joy of collective achievement.9. Easter egg hunt sponsorship: each spring, we partner with west baptist church to sponsor a specialneedsfriendly easter egg hunt. By adapting activities for diverse abilities and oering sensoryinclusive stations, we ensure every child can participateand we deepen our ties with families and local organizations committed to support.

4. Scholarship program a. High school scholarship b. Special needs scholarshiphigh school scholarships & special needs scholarships in april 2024, we formed a scholarship committee composed of five membersjanet qian, vikki leong, angie wang, rebecca xu, and bin yuwith the goal of investing in and uplifting the future of asian communities in the greater houston area. Over the course of four to five months, the committee met biweekly to design the scholarship program, develop selection criteria, coordinate outreach eorts, review applications, and plan the awards ceremonies. This year, we oered two scholarships totaling $25,000: one for high school graduates who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and community involvement, and another for individuals with special needs who are transitioning to adulthood or the workforce. For the high school scholarship, we selected eight recipients and held their award ceremony at the medxsunshine community center on july 20th. Among them, six outstanding honorees each received $1,500, while two exceptional honorees were each awarded $2,000. The award ceremony for the special needs scholarship recipients was held at the same location on september 22nd. Each of these recipients received a $2,000 scholarship.

Program related facility equipment & decoration expenses, event spending, business mission to china, and community health event expenses. Another progarm service health service accomplished:in partnership with medxsunshine adult day care center, we hosted our inaugural health dayan opentothepublic event designed to promote healthy, active lifestyles. More than 200 community members attended and enjoyed three core activities: brainstimulating games for seniors: interactive challenges like memory match and word puzzles encouraged social interaction and cognitive engagement among older adults. Free health screenings & vaccines: licensed nurses provided blood pressure checks, cholesterol tests, and flu shotsa onestop opportunity for preventive care. Healthrelated presentations: expert speakers led sessions on nutrition, chronic disease management, and mental wellness, oering practical tips and answering questions in real time. Attendees left with personalized health recommendations, new friendships, and a renewed sense of wellbeing. We received enthusiastic feedback requesting more frequent workshops and deeper dives into topics like fall prevention and stress management. Building on this success, we plan to expand next year's program with activities such as fitness demonstrations, healthy cooking demos, and a family fun walk.2. Health education center: we established a health education center within our organization and have successfully held 18 health seminars for the community. These seminars include knowledge on common diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, covid virus infections, influenza, and coughs, as well as lectures on rational drug use and government health welfare programs for the elderly. Our plan is to conduct various seminars for the community every month, promoting health education, advocating good dietary and exercise habits, and raising awareness of disease prevention and timely treatment.3. Home care training center: we have established a home care training center. We have completed training on certain policies and daily family care standards for caregivers and have drafted a detailed training plan, including caregiver training catalogs and certificates, educational models, special training for alzheimer's caregivers, lifting and transferring, social activities, emotional support, training for care bed-bound individuals, cna certificates, and cpr training.4. Free health check ups and vaccine injection events: we collaborated with medxpharmacy to promote covid knowledge to medxpharmacy customers and, in collaboration with the pharmacy, has conducted three free vaccine injection events, three free health check-ups, and six health seminar events at elderly apartments, large entertainment venues, and senior activity centers. Through these activities, we have expanded the scope and content of our services, helping low-income groups to obtain the social services they need and providing services tailored to their language and cultural preferences. We aim to promote the exchange and eective use of health resources, community health education, and information sharing in the community.