Union of Pan Asian Communities (UPAC)
Civic and Social OrganizationsCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
The Union of Pan Asian Communities (UPAC) is a nonprofit organization based in San Diego, California, serving underserved Asian, Pacific Islander, Latino, Middle Eastern, East African, African American, and other ethnic communities through a breadth of health and human services. Its programs address mental health for adults, older adults, and youth; addiction treatment and rehabilitation; home ownership counseling and foreclosure prevention; youth mentorship in technology, business exposure, and work readiness; and efforts to reduce domestic and family violence, emphasizing education, empowerment, and community pride. UPAC operates within the civic and social sector, with culturally competent staff who speak more than 30 languages, enabling personalized support that reflects diverse cultural identities and aims to improve clients’ quality of life. Established in the mission to meet a wide range of needs, UPAC positions itself as a community-focused intermediary that guides individuals and families through challenges with a holistic, culturally aware approach. Located in San Diego, the organization serves a multiethnic population by integrating health, housing, education, and family services to foster sustainable outcomes for its clients. A recent development notes UPAC receiving external funding support to expand its impact within the community, highlighting its role in local social support networks.