United Hub Expands 2026 Veterans Appreciation Luncheon with Growing Community Partnerships

United Hub is proud to announce that we have received $20,000 in funding from the King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) through the Vets Engaged program to host our 2026 Veterans Appreciation Luncheon on November 22, 2026.

Building on the success of last year's celebration, which brought together 150 veterans, family members, and community supporters from diverse Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities, this year's event will feature expanded community partnerships, intergenerational engagement, cultural performances, and wellness activities.

Growing Together Through Community Partnerships

What makes this year's celebration especially meaningful is the growing number of community organizations, local businesses, artists, and volunteers joining forces to honor those who have served our country.

Pacific Artists Alliance will engage young artists in creating handmade appreciation cards for veterans and service members. Each card represents a personal expression of gratitude from the younger generation, helping build meaningful connections between youth and those who have served.

Ma's Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine, recognized as Best in the Pacific Northwest in 2025 and 2026, will contribute wellness education and massage services, sharing traditional approaches to health and well-being with veterans and their families.

Additional community groups and volunteers will help organize cultural performances, hospitality, and activities that celebrate the rich diversity of our communities.

These contributions reflect a simple but powerful message: Honoring veterans is not the responsibility of one organization alone. It is an opportunity for the entire community to come together.

Honoring Service, Celebrating Culture, and Connecting Generations

The 2026 luncheon will bring together veterans, active-duty military personnel, reservists, family members, youth, and community leaders in a welcoming and culturally inclusive setting.

Through shared meals, cultural performances, personal stories, and expressions of appreciation, the event aims to recognize the contributions and sacrifices of military service members while fostering understanding and connection across generations and cultures.

For many Asian American veterans, whose stories and experiences may not always receive widespread recognition, this gathering provides a meaningful opportunity to be seen, heard, and celebrated.

Building on Last Year's Success

Our inaugural 2025 celebration demonstrated the power of bringing diverse communities together around a shared purpose. Veterans and families representing Japanese, Vietnamese, Korean, Filipino, Chinese, and other cultural backgrounds gathered to celebrate military service, cultural heritage, and community unity.

This year, with increased funding and broader community participation, United Hub hopes to deepen these connections and make the celebration even more inclusive and meaningful.

Read our 2025 Veterans Appreciation Event Report

Join Us in Honoring Our Veterans

United Hub warmly welcomes veterans, active-duty service members, reservists, military families, and community supporters to join us on Sunday, November 22, 2026.

Please RSVP by November 14, 2026, to reserve your spot. RSVP here.

We also invite community organizations, businesses, and volunteers to participate in this collective expression of gratitude.

United Hub extends its sincere appreciation to King County VSHSL, our community partners, and the many volunteers whose generosity and dedication make this event possible.

Together, we honor those who served, celebrate the diversity of our communities, and inspire the next generation to carry forward a spirit of service and gratitude.