New Hmong

𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗘𝗟𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 & 𝗔 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗙𝗘𝗟𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗧𝗢 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗦

New Hmong would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the individuals and organizations who generously sponsored tickets for our elders to attend Lee Lue The Musical, a production inspired by the experiences of the Hmong people during the Secret War in Laos and a history marked by war, sacrifice, loss, displacement, survival, and incredible resilience.

For many of the elders we serve, this is not simply a story from history. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗱.

Many experienced the war firsthand. They survived it, escaped it, left behind everything they knew, and eventually rebuilt their lives here in America from the ground up, all with the hope of giving their children and future generations a safer and better life.

For some of our elders, it was their first time seeing a musical, sitting in a theater, then seeing pieces of their lived experiences represented on stage was deeply emotional. They shared that parts of the musical were triggering, bringing back painful memories, but that the experience was also healing. Through their reflections, one message stood out: despite everything they endured, 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗱𝗼 𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝗳 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲.

At NEW HMong, our work with elders goes beyond providing programs and services. It is about supporting their overall well-being, creating meaningful connections, preserving their stories, and reminding them that 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗜𝗥 𝗦𝗔𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗚𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗨𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗗.

We want our elders to look at the generations who came after them and know that their sacrifices mattered. Their strength and resilience helped make the lives we have today possible. The opportunities we have, the communities we are building, and the ability to preserve and share our stories are part of the legacy they created.

𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱.
𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗱.
𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗸𝗲𝗽𝘁 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴.

And for that, 𝗪𝗘 𝗢𝗪𝗘 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗘𝗟𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗗𝗘𝗘𝗣𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗘.

This experience holds an additional special connection for our NEW Hmong family. Our Community Program Coordinator, Rasami Moua portrays Jou's Mom in the production, while her son, Kyu San Juan, portrays Lee Lue's student and child soldier.

None of this would have been possible without those who stepped forward to help our elders experience this important production.
𝗔 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗧𝗢:

• Annmarie Vang – Hooked by Maiv
• Jasmine Home Care, LLC
• Tou L Yang-TL- Wisconsin Realtor
• Thong Xiong – Creative Results APEX Team
• 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗛𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀

𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 for investing in our elders and making this experience possible. Your generosity went far beyond the cost of a ticket. You gave our elders an opportunity to see their history acknowledged, their sacrifices honored, and their resilience represented on stage.

Most importantly, you helped remind them that 𝘄𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿. 𝗪𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺. 𝗪𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺. ❤️

If you'd like to go watch the show, get your tickets. Seating is limited now, so secure your seats before they sell out!

Get your tickets and come experience Lee Lue The Musical with us!

🎟️ Get your tickets now:
https://cart.broadwaytheatrecenter.com/overview/lee-lue

Resource Event for Families Impacted by the Tornado ‼️

We encourage families who have been impacted by the tornado to attend this event to learn more and ask questions about Homeowners Ins or Renters Ins!

DIAPER PICK UP
Just a friendly reminder that our Comfort Care Diaper Program monthly distribution is TODAY, Wednesday, August 26! ❤️

⏰ Pickup Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 NEW HMong

Our Comfort Care Diaper Program provides:
🍼 Diapers for children ages 5 and younger
🩷 Feminine Hygiene Products
💙 Adult Briefs & Incontinence Supplies
Please help us SHARE this reminder so families don't miss today's pickup!
See you all soon!

For families impacted by the tornado, please join us for this resource sharing event!

👉 Dates: August 19th & 20th
👉 Time: 10am-8pm
👉 Location: Multicultural Coalition Inc.
333 1st Street
Menasha, WI

Zion Lutheran Church- ELCA and New Hmong just
restocked our Community Pantry & Garden Stand!

Stop by and help yourself to cool water, nonperishable food items, and freshly picked vegetables from our Elders’ Garden.

Take what you need. Give what you can.
Please serve yourself and enjoy! ❤️

📍 Zion Lutheran Church-ELCA
912 N Oneida St, Appleton, WI

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UPDATE: **SOLD OUT** Thank You!

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‼ Spots are filling up fast! Don't forget to sign up your children today!

🎉 Calling all youth breakers—new and experienced!

NEW HMong is excited to bring back our Breakdancing Program for a second year, led by one of the Fox Valley's b-boy pioneers, Chan Vang!

Whether you're just getting started or already have some moves, this program is a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals of breakdancing, stay active, build confidence, and make new friends in a fun, safe, and supportive environment.

📅 Program Details

Who: School-aged children & youth (ages 5–18)
Exceptions may be considered. If you're outside the age range, contact us to schedule an evaluation.

What: Learn breakdancing in a safe, team-building environment.

📍 Where: NEW HMong
1444 E. Northland Ave.
Appleton, WI 54911

When: Every Thursday, starting September 3, from 5:00–7:00 PM, through June 2027

Cost: One-time $25 registration fee
Payments accepted via Venmo, check, or cash.

💛 Scholarships are available for families who need financial assistance.

⚠️ Only 20 spots available! Registration will close once all spots are filled, so don't wait! Register via this link: https://forms.gle/KN1BvvANE46Trusc9

Join us for another exciting year of breaking, learning, and building community. We can't wait to see you on the dance floor! 🙌

Contact Pa Der at [email protected] for any questions.

🏐🌟 That’s a wrap on the 2026 NEW HMong Summer Volleyball Camp! 🌟🏐

What an amazing summer! We’re wrapping up the 2026 New Hmong Summer Volleyball Camp with so many great memories, new friendships, and plenty of fun on and off the court.

This summer was all about wellness, fun, and teamwork helping our youth stay active, build confidence, support one another, and grow through volleyball.

And of course, we couldn’t end the summer without a wonderful potluck celebration filled with good food, laughter, and community.

A huge THANK YOU to all of our campers, coaches, volunteers, families, and supporters who made this summer so special. Your energy and commitment helped make the 2026 camp a success!
Until next time, keep moving, keep smiling, keep supporting one another, and keep that amazing volleyball spirit alive! 💙

Our Elders’ Organic Vegetable Stand has been replenished with more fresh vegetables from the garden!

📍 Zion Lutheran Church – ELCA
912 N Oneida St, Appleton, WI 54911

Stop by and grab what you need while supplies last!