EJAE, Audrey Nuna, REI AMI Honored at KACF Gala Raising $3.5M

On April 22, 2026, the KACF held its annual gala at Cipriani Wall Street, where the KPop trio EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI captivated the audience with their performance of “Golden” and were honored with the Trailblazer Award. The event, which was sold out, attracted 700 attendees and raised $3.5 million to benefit Korean American communities. Established in 2002, KACF is the largest national foundation for Korean Americans and has allocated over $20 million in grants. The gala, co-chaired by Eunu Chun, Tina Kim, and Josephine Shin, focused on the theme of “the power of jeong (정).” KACF President Kyung B. Yoon addressed issues faced by Korean American seniors, and Miyoung Lee was recognized for her philanthropic efforts. A live auction showcased exclusive items to fund vital services and leadership initiatives.