Chinese Influence on Covid-relief

Research by 志愿者 - Katelyn Suen

Total number of coronavirus cases in the United States as of April 11, 2022, by state
Top 5 most affected states

California	9,132,927
Texas	6,783,722
Florida	5,906,352
New York	5,033,233
Illinois	3,080,436

In California, a Chinese organization named Care Mission USA, provided free Covid 19 tests to facilities. At the peak of Covid, they also donated north of 100,000 masks to local hospitals. In addition, they raised $16,850 to a family of Chinese immigrants when their sole provider was hospitalized due to Covid. 

 North Texas was beginning to feel the effects of the pandemic, this prompted volunteers with DFW Chinese American Epidemic Relief to distribute personal protective equipment for medical professionals. They raised $80,000 in four days to purchase 4,250 Level 3 masks, 800 face shields and 20,000 medical gloves.

 The Chinese American South Florida organization donated 10,000 N95 masks, 11,600 surgical masks, and $100,000 to local medical centers. They took it a step further and hosted a couple of events that served hot meals to front-line medical professionals.  

 The Chinese American Planning Council has offered COVID-19 relief and services since March 22, 2020 to ensure the safety of fellow New Yorkers. $1.26 million cash assistance was distributed to more than 1,540 New York families. Thousands of PPE supplies were donated to staff, as well as community members.

 The CMAA (Chinese Mutual Aid Association) knew that Chicago, Illinois was highly affected by the Covid-19, so amidst the pandemic, they provided housing to families facing eviction. They’ve also donated personal protective equipment to the community. 

May 18,2022