On Saturday June 20, 2026, Joshua Meng and Brendon Jiang hosted the Pearland Branch volunteer chess lesson. The students competed against each other, seeing who could solve each position quickly and accurately. Through this, they learned to recognize different types of basic checkmates and winning patterns. Additionally, they learned the thought process when looking at […]

Today, we hosted an arts and crafts class for the LSA Special Needs Caring Center at the West Pearland Library. The theme of the class was “Love Languages.” Fifteen adults with special needs attended the event, which was designed and led by our youth volunteers. During the icebreaker session, participants and volunteers introduced themselves and […]

On June 13, four dedicated members of AYLUS Pearland did another successful summer art lesson, aiming to nurture young artistic talent within the Pearland community. This class allowed students to be creative and freely draw, create whatever they desired under the theme. The session was met with great enthusiasm. Many new faces joined in, and […]

On June 16, 2026, Pearland AYLUS volunteers assisted staff in providing engaging activities, including shopping, cooking lunch, and games for campers attending the 2026 LSA Summer Camp at the Special Needs Caring Center. Volunteers accompanied participants on a shopping trip to purchase ingredients needed for meal preparation. They provided individualized support as participants learned how […]

On June 12, 2026, Pearland AYLUS volunteers assisted staff in providing engaging activities, including cooking, games, and movement exercises, for campers attending the 2026 LSA Summer Camp at the Special Needs Caring Center. Throughout the day, volunteers provided individualized support to help participants learn how to prepare simple foods. They also created floor games using […]

On Tuesday, 6/9/26, Anna Zheng and Grace Dai taught the third Promis / Aylus summer kpop dance lessons. The class begin with instructor Anna leading the kids through some stretches and warm ups. Afterwards, instructor Grace beginning teaching the class a fun new dance called “Spaghetti” by lesserafim. Throughout class, Anna and Grace taught the […]

On Friday, June 5th, Promis /AYLUS Pearland volunteers led the second kpop class at the Pearland Westside Library. Starting off with a warmup, the students were led through a quick stretching session. Unlike the first class, the students learned a new song called “Do It” by Stray Kids. Students learned the chorus portion of the […]

On June 2, 2026, Promis / Aylus Pearland had their first class of the summer  K-Pop Dance lessons held at the Westside Library. The objective of the first class was to welcome the new students into the world of dance, showcase the program’s dance instructors and learn more about the interests and abilities of the […]

On Sunday June 14, 2026, Joshua Meng and Brendon Jiang hosted the Pearland Branch volunteer chess lesson. The students competed against each other, seeing who could solve each position quickly and accurately. Through this, they learned to recognize different types of basic checkmates. Additionally, they learned about the chess opening and the rules that come along with it. They […]

On June 13, 2026, Aylus volunteers assisted with the book sale at the West Pearland Library. Volunteers served in a variety of roles, including cashiers, book sellers, and greeters. Others helped sort, organize, and arrange books and shelves, ensuring that the event ran smoothly and efficiently while creating a welcoming environment for community members browsing […]

On Sunday, June 13, 2026, our volunteers hosted the 37th session of My PlayClub at Ed Thompson Inclusive Park. The volunteers arrived prepared to host a variety of engaging activity stations designed to encourage creativity, interaction, and enjoyment for participants of all abilities. Throughout the event, children had the opportunity to rotate through several exciting […]

On June 6,  five dedicated members of AYLUS Pearland kicked off the 1st successful summer art lesson, aiming to nurture young artistic talent within the Pearland community. This class allowed students to be creative and freely draw, create whatever they desired under the theme. The session was met with great enthusiasm. Many new faces joined […]

On June 10, 2026, Pearland volunteers assisted with reading lessons, recreational games, and painting activities for campers attending the 2026 LSA Summer Camp at the Special Needs Caring Center. Volunteers provided individualized support to help participants read Chinese poems and short stories, strengthening their language and literacy skills. They also introduced a variety of cup-stacking […]

On June 7, 2026, four AYLUS Pearland volunteers conducted a community tennis lesson as part of the ongoing Achieve Together program. This session marked the first class of the summer season. The volunteers began the lesson with a series of dynamic stretches and warm-up exercises to prepare the students for physical activity. Participants were then […]

On Friday, June 5, 2026, our volunteers supported the City of Pearland Concerts in the Park, held at the Pearland Independence Park. At the event, the volunteers assisted with running the information booth, greeting guests, collecting guest surveys, distributing raffle tickets, documenting winners, handing out prizes, and cleaning up after the event. Despite several rounds […]

On June 5, 2026, Pearland volunteers assisted staff in providing engaging life-skills, recreational, and sports activities for campers attending the 2026 LSA Summer Camp at the Special Needs Caring Center. Throughout the day, volunteers provided individualized support to help participants practice reading and writing skills using pencils and paper. They also introduced campers to the […]

On June 3, 2026, Pearland volunteers supported staff in facilitating a shopping and life-skills lesson for campers attending the 2026 LSA Summer Camp at the Special Needs Caring Center. As part of the day’s activities, volunteers accompanied participants on a community-based shopping trip to a local Costco Wholesale Club. Through individualized guidance and encouragement, volunteers […]

During the meeting, the team discussed the curriculum, lesson objectives, and the topics to be covered throughout the program. Volunteers collaborated to determine who would be responsible for teaching each lesson and assigned instructors for each class day. An Excel schedule was created to organize the teaching assignments, lesson topics, and class timeline, ensuring that […]

On June 2, 2026, Pearland volunteers helped kick off the 2026 LSA Summer Camp at the Special Needs Caring Center.  Volunteers assisted the center staff in providing engaging sessions featuring arts, dance, and yoga activities. Through individualized support and encouragement, volunteers helped participants build confidence while developing important academic, social, and motor skills. During the activities, […]

On Sunday, May 31, 2026, our volunteers hosted the 36th session of My PlayClub at Ed Thompson Inclusive Park. At the event, our volunteers provided several stations for games, face painting, crafts and custom balloon arts including animal, sword, and flower wristbands. The room was packed throughout the entire event.  The kids were completely thrilled to […]

On May 29, 2026, volunteers from AYLUS support the Concerts in the Park event held at Southdown Park. AYLUS volunteers arrived early in the afternoon to help with organizing materials, setting up activity areas, and learning their assigned responsibilities. Our volunteers managed community surveys, provided raffle tickets to guests, assisted on stage by raffle prizes drawing and distributing awards. They also […]

On Saturday, May 23, 2026, our volunteers participated in the Eagle Scout project, “An Eagles Forest,” held at the John Hargrove Environmental Complex. During the event, volunteers worked together to plant 150 native trees as part of a reforestation effort aimed at restoring local forest areas and improving air quality within the community. Throughout the […]

On Sunday, May 17, 2026, PROMIS/AYLUS Pearland volunteers gathered at 9310 Sundown Dr to host a Boba Tea Trials community event, offering free freshly made boba tea, face painting, and balloon twisting to local residents. Anna Zheng served as the lead organizer, leading Roy Zheng and Christy Zheng in coordinating the event. During setup, the […]

On Friday, May 22, 2026, our volunteers supported the City of Pearland Concerts in the Park, held at Southdown Park. At the event, the volunteers played an important role in helping make the city-sponsored event a success. They assisted with running the information booth, greeting guests, collecting guest surveys, distributing raffle tickets, and helping hand […]

In May 20, 2026, AYLUS Pearland teamed up with Iglesia Cristiana Restoration Y Vi Da to host a donation drive for orphanages in Mexico, which were in urgent need of clothing, shoes, glasses, and household items. Pearland volunteers stepped up to collect and sort gently used clothes, shoes, and books. Donations were dropped off at designated locations, […]

On Sunday, May 17th, 2026, AYLUS volunteers gathered at Sunrise Lake Clubhouse for the 2026 Volunteer Summer Program Open House. Volunteers arrived early to prepare activity stations, organize materials, and welcome families from the community. The Open House introduced a variety of fun and educational community classes designed for kids of all ages. Volunteers shared […]

SMILE Pearland is a youth-led inclusive program dedicated to supporting individuals with special needs and their families through engaging, skill-building activities in a welcoming and supportive environment. The program is part of the Youth SMILE 4 Special Needs initiative, organized by Hummingbird Community Outreach, PROMIS/AYLUS Pearland, and valued community partners. Our May session, themed “Rhythm […]

On May 15, 2026, volunteers from AYLUS support the Concerts in the Park event held at Southdown Park. AYLUS volunteers arrived early in the afternoon to help prepare for the evening festivities. They assisted with organizing materials, setting up activity areas, and learning their assigned responsibilities. Once the concert began, volunteers divided into two main teams to support different aspects of […]

On May 10, 2026, Promis/AYLUS Pearland proudly supported the third Annual Pearland Mother’s Day Walk by hosting a live performance. Our talented youth volunteers presented a variety of performances, including singing, ballet, band music, violin performances, and an exciting traditional dragon dance. The performances brought energy and joy to the event while celebrating mothers and […]

On May 10, 2026, volunteers supported the 3nd Annual Mother’s Day Walk by hosting a promotional booth at the West Pearland Library. Volunteers gave away twisting balloons, stickers, and face painting to engage the community. Volunteers (3 hrs): Tina Dong, Iris Yan, Junxi Zhang, Bohan Hu, Meredith Zhang Parents on duty (3 hrs): Jie Zhang ( […]

On Sunday, May 10, 2026, volunteers from AYLUS Pearland came together to support the 3rd Pearland Annual Mother’s Day Walk, helping create a warm, welcoming, and family-friendly event for the local community. Volunteers played a key role in ensuring the success of the event through teamwork, organization, and enthusiastic community service. The volunteer effort was […]

On Friday, May 8, 2026, AYLUS volunteers went to Southdown Park, Pearland to help with the City of Pearland, Concerts in the Park. The volunteers arrived early to prepare, organize, as well as learn what they will be doing. During the event, they managed the information stand, where they gave out the survey, distributed drinks […]

SMILE Pearland is a youth-led inclusive program dedicated to supporting individuals with special needs and their families through engaging, skill-building activities in a welcoming and supportive environment. It is part of the Youth SMILE 4 Special Needs initiative, organized by Hummingbird Community Outreach, PROMIS/AYLUS Pearland, and valued community partners. Our April session, themed around Earth […]

On April 26th, 2026, AYLUS Pearland volunteers met at Sunrise Lakes Clubhouse to run a free Tealine boba event, and facepainting. Drinks were given out at no cost to Sunrise Lakes residents, with donations accepted from the customers. Gathering feedback from the community and use it to improve the quality and taste of the boba going forward. There was also […]

On the evening of April 23, AYLUS Pearland volunteers gathered at KC Hall to support the Keep Pearland Beautiful (KPB) Gala and Recycled Fashion Show. Volunteers assisted by serving food and beverages to guests at their tables and helping with post-event cleanup. Their efforts contributed to a well-organized event and an enjoyable experience for all […]

On the afternoon of April 19th, our volunteers hosted an art and craft activity at the West Pearland Library to celebrate Earth Day. During the event, volunteers demonstrated how to make a practical tote bag from an old T-shirt. Participants brought their own favored old T-shirts, which they then cut and tied, creating a unique, […]

On Saturday, April 11, 2026, our volunteers and members from Light & Salt Association worked together to complete a successful fundraising event through milk tea/fruit tea sale. The funds raised are to support the Special Needs Caring Center. At the event, the volunteers helped in various steps, including setting up the sales booth, promoting products, […]

On Saturday, April 11, 2026, the City of Pearland hosted one of the Pearland’s newest events, Spring Fest, at the Pearland independence park.  The Pearland Spring Fest is a family-friendly event that presented live entertainments, the H-E-B Imagination Station, interactive attractions, many bounce houses, a craft market, and local foods and drinks. It also features a designated […]

On the morning of April 4, our volunteers gathered at the Light and Salt Association to prepare for an upcoming fundraising fruit tea stand at the Taiwan Yes Festival, supporting the Special Needs Caring Center. A manufacturer’s marketing representative led a hands-on session, guiding volunteers through the ingredients, preparation steps, and workflow to be followed […]

In March 31,2026, AYLUS Pearland organized a book drive to support Books for Development. Volunteers collected and sorted over 500 books and delivered them to the organization. After receiving the books, Books for Development sorts, packs, and ships them to developing countries. These books are used to help build libraries, giving people in those communities […]

On the afternoon of March 28, our volunteers hosted the annual community egg hunt at Tom Bass Regional Park. The event featured three sessions, including—for the first time—a dedicated session for individuals with special needs, followed by two sessions open to all children. A total of 5,000 eggs were distributed throughout the park. Volunteers prepared […]

On March 28, volunteers supported the Pearland Chinese Association Annual Picnic. They assisted with transporting food and beverages to the event site, organized and facilitated games, and managed the lemonade stand. Their contributions helped ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all attendees. Volunteers (2.5 hrs): Wyatt Yin, Edwin Gao, Joshua Meng, Jiarui Cui, Brian Zhang, Dazhi […]

On March 28, our dragon dance team performed at a local park as part of our community engagement efforts. The team began with a rehearsal of newly learned poses and movements, followed by a full showcase of the program for park visitors. The performance was well received and added vibrant cultural energy to the community […]

On March 22nd, 2026, AYLUS volunteers came together at the storage facility to clean, sort, and organize the materials and supplies remaining from the Lunar New Year celebration. Working collaboratively, they carefully packed decorations, lanterns, and other festive items, making sure everything was properly stored and well-prepared for future events. The team also reviewed leftover […]

On Saturday, March 21, 2026, Aylus volunteers went to Arcola to help with the World Down Syndrome Day Celebration. The volunteers arrived early to prepare and organize for the activities provided. This included making balloon animals, as well as bucket drumming. Once the event began, many people came, curious about the balloon animals piled on […]

On March 21, we proudly supported World Down Syndrome Day at Sugar Land Town Square, organized by our longtime partner, GiGi’s Playhouse Sugar Land. The event also celebrated GiGi’s Playhouse Sugar Land’s 10th anniversary. As a Down syndrome achievement center, GiGi’s Playhouse provides free programs that empower individuals and families. We have been honored to […]

SMILE Pearland is a youth-led inclusive program dedicated to supporting individuals with special needs and their families through engaging, skill-building activities in a welcoming and supportive environment. It is part of the Youth SMILE 4 Special Needs initiative, organized by Hummingbird Community Outreach, PROMIS/AYLUS Pearland, and valued community partners. Our March session began with an […]

The community Easter egg hunt is one of the largest and most anticipated events we organize each year. In 2026, the event is scheduled for March 28, and preparations are already well underway. In the weeks leading up to the event, our volunteers coordinated the procurement of supplies, including empty egg shells, small toys, stickers, […]

On the afternoon of March 21, 2026, our volunteers gathered at the West Pearland Library to host our monthly complimentary face painting and balloon art event for the community. The session began with a 30-minute training led by experienced volunteers, introducing new volunteers to basic techniques and popular designs. Following the training, the event opened […]

On March 15, volunteers gathered at Ed Thompson Inclusive Park to host the 35th session of My PlayClub, creating a joyful and inclusive afternoon for children in the local special needs community. The event featured a wide variety of engaging activities designed to encourage creativity, social interaction, and fun. Children enthusiastically participated in colorful face painting, […]

On March 7th, volunteers from the AYLUS Pearland Branch proudly supported the Pearland Charity Car Show and had a wonderful time serving our community. Our volunteers helped with event booth setup and cleanup, ensuring everything ran smoothly throughout the day. In addition, our team brought extra fun for families by offering face painting and balloon […]

On March 10, more than 20 volunteers participated in the Fifth Jungle Jim’s Farm Spring Break Bash for members of the local special needs community. The event aimed to create a joyful and inclusive environment where individuals with special needs and their families could enjoy a day of fun during spring break. During the event, volunteers organized and assisted […]

On Saturday, February 28, PROMIS/AYLUS Pearland proudly supported the West Pearland Library in hosting the 2026 Lunar New Year Celebration. As one of the largest annual events at the library, both the library staff and PROMIS/AYLUS members held several planning meetings in the months leading up to the event to ensure its success. PROMIS/AYLUS youth […]

This year’s Lunar New Year celebration falls in mid-February. In preparation, our dragon dance team has been actively performing at various community events, including celebrations at Shadow Creek Community, the Pearland Lunar New Year Festival in Pearland, Scouts event, the West Pearland Library, Silvercrest Elementary School, among others. The team has been rehearsing with new […]

On Thursday, February 26, 2026 AYLUS volunteers, Joshua Meng and Alicia Zhang organized the 1st PJHW and Sablatura Chess Tournament. The 4-round tournament was a huge success, running very smoothly with 22 participants, all of whom were very passionate about chess. AYLUS Pearland donated the awards, consisting of 3 medals and participation awards for all […]

On February 21, PROMIS/AYLUS Pearland co-hosted the 4th Pearland Lunar New Year Festival at the Pearland Recreation Center. As one of the largest community events in Pearland during the first quarter of the year, the festival drew tremendous support from the City of Pearland, the Light and Salt Association, and numerous local business sponsors. Our […]

To ensure a successful Lunar New Year Festival, our dedicated volunteers began working early in the morning. They placed directional signs along nearby roads, organized parking areas, and installed lanterns and sponsor banners throughout the venue. In addition, the team arranged tables and chairs across the three main event areas—the main court, food court, and […]

The Pearland Lunar New Year Festival attracts thousands of guests each year from the greater Houston area and beyond. The event features 50 vendor booths and 10 cultural booths, making it one of the largest community celebrations in the region during the first quarter of the year. Coordinating an event of this scale requires hundreds […]

The Pearland Lunar New Year Festival is the largest annual event hosted by our organization. Since its launch in 2023, this year marks our fourth festival. The event serves as a major platform for community engagement and an important opportunity for fundraising. Preparation for the fundraising sales begins months in advance. Volunteers carefully select Lunar […]

This year, Lunar New Year falls in mid-February. As part of the Lunar New Year tradition, red envelopes symbolizing good luck and prosperity are distributed at each celebration event. In preparation, our volunteers assembled 1,000 red envelopes for multiple Lunar New Year events in Pearland. They purchased chocolate coins and carefully packaged them inside the […]

On Saturday February 14, 2026, Joshua Meng, Mark Zhang, Brendon Jiang, Abigail Zheng, and Erica Gao volunteered at GIGI’s Playhouse Sugar Land. There, the volunteers led two stations, a balloon making station, and a face painting station. Together, they created a fun and interactive space where individuals of all ages are able to enjoy themselves. […]

On the afternoon of February 14, 2026, dedicated volunteers gathered at the West Pearland Library to conduct a face-painting training session in preparation for the upcoming Pearland Lunar New Year Festival. Face painting was one of the most popular attractions at last year’s festival, with long lines of excited children and barely a moment for […]

In January 2026, AYLUS Pearland teamed up with Iglesia Cristiana Restoration Y Vi Da to host a donation drive for orphanages in Mexico, which were in urgent need of clothing, shoes, glasses, and household items. Pearland volunteers stepped up to collect and sort gently used clothes, shoes, and books. Donations were dropped off at designated locations, amounting […]

On the afternoon of February 8, volunteers organized the second Pearland My PlayClub event of the new year. As usual, the event featured face painting, games, and arts and crafts. In addition to face painting, ring toss became another favorite activity among the children. The event promoted inclusive play at the city’s first inclusive park […]

On the evening of Jan 24, 2026, volunteers gathered at the West Pearland Library to host a face painting event for the community. Face painting is always one of the most popular activities among local kids, often drawing long lines at every event. This evening, our volunteers not only provided free face painting but also […]

On January 19, 2026, AYLUS Pearland volunteers distributed flyers in nearby neighborhoods to inform residents about the upcoming Pearland Lunar New Year Festival, as requested by the City prior to the event. Volunteers shared key information such as the event date, location, activities, and ticket details, distributing approximately 500 flyers in total. This outreach helped […]

SMILE Pearland is a newly developed project under the broader SMILE 4 Special Needs umbrella. It is a youth-led, inclusive program designed to support individuals with special needs and their families through engaging, skill-building activities in a welcoming and supportive environment. The program is part of the Youth SMILE 4 Special Needs initiative, organized by Hummingbird Community Outreach, PROMIS/AYLUS […]

On the afternoon of January 10, volunteers organized the first Pearland My PlayClub event of the new year. As usual, we offered face painting, games, and arts and crafts. In addition, hot chocolate was served due to the cold weather. The event promoted inclusive play at the city’s first inclusive park, while also raising awareness […]

With the Lunar New Year Festival approaching, volunteers have been actively promoting the event by distributing and posting flyers at local businesses in both Pearland and Katy. They introduced sponsorship levels and vendor benefits to small businesses and shared video clips from previous events to showcase the festival’s impact. This will be the fourth consecutive […]

On January 11, 2026, eight volunteers from AYLUS Pearland visited various neighborhoods to distribute flyers for the 2026 Pearland Lunar New Year Festival. They distributed roughly about 500 flyers. Volunteers introduced the event activities, date, location, and ticket information to local residents. This outreach successfully increased community awareness of the festival with our volunteers’ help. […]

During the Houston Marathon weekend, from January 10th -11th, 2026, AYLUS volunteers wore Lunar New Year Festival T-shirts to promote the upcoming event in the marathon waiting area. Volunteers engaged with runners and spectators, introduced the festival, and encouraged them to scan the QR code displayed on the shirts. Many runners were able to scan the code while waiting […]

On January 4th, 2026, student volunteers from AYLUS Pearland carried out a community street outreach initiative to promote the upcoming 2026 Pearland Lunar New Year Festival. The volunteers visited local shopping centers and business districts, posting event posters and speaking directly with store owners and employees. During the outreach, students introduced the significance of the Lunar New Year […]

We kicked off the new year with an exciting bucket drumming class at GiGi’s Playhouse Sugar Land, a Down Syndrome Achievement Center. The class included students of mixed experience levels- some returning participants and others new to bucket drumming. We began by introducing and reviewing the different sounds produced when the drumsticks hit various parts […]

On December 23, our volunteers attended the SMILE Holiday Luncheon, where they assisted with serving lunch and presented an overview of the history of the youth-led SMILE for Special Needs program. Now in its fifth year, the program has served hundreds of individuals and families with special needs and inspired thousands of youth volunteers to serve and […]

On December 15, our core leadership team was invited to City Hall to receive a Certificate of Recognition from the Office of the Mayor, honoring the organization’s decade-long commitment to community service. This distinction was nominated by the City’s Parks and Recreation Department, our long-term partner. During the ceremony, the Mayor delivered remarks, and Co-President […]

During the month of December, youth volunteers to continue online English tutoring. Tutors Anna Zheng and Jenny Huang  taught engaging and fun classes highlighted daily conversation and vocabulary. Volunteers used resources such as Youtube daily English conversation to make lessons more engaging. These lessons helped students gave them a short story to share with their […]

On the evening of December 20, volunteers involved in the SMILE Pearland project gathered to provide feedback to the project sponsor, Light and Salt Association. The group reviewed program successes as well as areas for improvement, and offered suggestions for new activities to be incorporated into the curriculum. The goal of this session was to […]

On the afternoon of December 19, the last day of school, we hosted our annual holiday celebration at Tom Bass Regional Park for community youth. Volunteers provided food, drinks, and desserts, and student clubs were invited to present their initiatives. Three junior high and high school Future Problem Solvers teams participated, showcasing their projects and […]

SMILE Pearland is a community based event to support individuals with special needs and their families, that inaugurated in September 2025. The December event feature holiday crafts and music. At the beginning of event, there was a circle time when everyone stated their favorite activity and they like most during holiday season. The interest ranged […]

On December 13, 2025, Brian Zhang and Sean Luan supported the Holiday Tour de Lite event at the Forever Parks Foundation of Pearland station, one of the city’s major holiday celebrations. The volunteers arrived early to assist with setting up chairs and tables, warmly greeted guests, and helped distribute the organization’s promotional materials throughout the […]