Founded on August 30, 1946, the Japanese American Service Committee of Chicago originally served the needs of the Issei and Nisei (Japanese immigrants and their American-born children) who left World War II internment camps to resettle in Chicago and start new lives. As the needs of the community have changed over the years, so, too, have the programs and services provided by the JASC. The JASC is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit social services agency.   Mission Statement The mission of the Japanese American Service Committee is to preserve and raise awareness of Japanese American culture and heritage, and promote the physical and spiritual well-being of Japanese Americans and the greater multicultural community in the Midwest.   Annual Meeting In June of each year, the Japanese American Service Committee holds its Annual Meeting. All members and their guests are invited to attend. The Board of Directors reports on accomplishments during the past year, and outlines plans for the next. Volunteers are recognized and honored for their efforts and contributions, and scholarships are awarded to deserving students.   Board of Directors The JASC is directed by its all-volunteer board.   President Michael Takada Discover Financial Services   Vice President/Finance John Sasaki Huron Consulting Group   Vice President/Fundraising Jacquelin Denofrio United Airlines   Vice President/Marketing Michael Tanimura Silver Image Creative, Inc.   Vice President/Programs Josina Morita Applied Research Center   Treasurer John Sasaki Huron Consulting Group   Secretary Michael Tanimura Silver Image Creative, Inc.   Ken Anno Lori Yokoyama & Associates   Jody Oshita Bajor NBC 5 Chicago   Cindy Kaneshiro Walgreens   Erika Kono Japan America Society of Chicago   Jim Kono HRP Realty, Inc.   Jason Matsumoto Chicago Board of Trade   Craig Mizushima Harris N.A.   James Onoda Chicago City Colleges   Leeanne Oue Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago   Gerald Richardson Huron Consulting Group   Kimberly Robinson Cassiday Schade LLP   Glenn T. Sugiyama DHR International   Douglas Tono Tohkon Judo Academy