Center for Asian American Media

The Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) is a non-profit organization founded in 1980 with the slogan "Bringing Asian American Stories to Light." CAAM is dedicated to representing the diverse Asian American experiences through film, television, and digital media. The organization funds, produces, distributes, and exhibits works that convey the richness of these stories to a wide audience. They have the largest collection of Asian American films for educational distribution with over 250 titles. CAAM also delves into innovative digital and interactive media, producing and showcasing projects that educate and engage. One of CAAM's prominent activities is CAAMFest, formerly known as the San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival. This event, held every March, serves as the nation's largest platform for new Asian American and Asian films, featuring around 130 works in San Francisco, Berkeley, and San Jose. Additionally, CAAM provides funding and support for compelling Asian American film and media projects from independent producers. Notably, CAAM is among the five minority public broadcasting consortia designated by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to offer programming to the Public Broadcast Service. The organization has not disclosed its last investment or investors. CAAM's mission to amplify Asian American voices, combined with its extensive reach in film distribution, educational programs, and digital media, positions the organization as a key player in promoting cultural diversity and representation in the media landscape.