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 […]

On December 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., we hosted the 3rd Annual SMILE Portrait Day for individuals with special needs and their families. A total of 27 families participated in this year’s event. With generous support from the City of Pearland, we set up two fully equipped photo booths to provide a smooth […]

On December 6, we organized Pearland My PlayClub #31 to promote inclusive play for children of all abilities. This special holiday session featured a variety of festive activities, including Photos with Santa, holiday-themed games, and a dedicated face-painting station. Each participant also received a goodie bag to take home, adding an extra touch of holiday […]

Our volunteers assisted with the Annual Holiday Open Houst at West Pearland Library on December 6. The night before the event, they also supported preparation and setup. During the event, our team organized the face-painting activity which attracted hundreds of children. We prepared a variety of Christmas-themed designs and operated in two shifts with six […]

On November 25,2025 Pearland volunteers organized a food donation drive and collected about 130 pounds of unopened, unexpired dry and canned goods. All items were gathered from different drop-off points across Pearland and delivered to the Pearland Neighborhood Center (PNC) for distribution to families in need. Volunteers (3 hours): Ranbin Yao, Richa Paliwal, Kenrick Xia, […]

Volunteers from AYLUS Pearland recently assisted the Pearland Chinese Association in collecting and organizing reports of past community events for their new website. By gathering articles, photos, and posts from platforms such as Facebook, Dingdang’s Meipian, and WeChat, the volunteers compiled a comprehensive archive of cultural and community activities held over the years. This archive […]

On October 9 and October 28, our volunteers assisted with the West Pearland Library’s book sale preparations. They helped move donated books to the storage room, sorted and shelved them, and created signs and labels for the upcoming sale. Volunteers: 10/9 (2 hrs): Ivan Chiang, Ian Chiang, Mettie Ngo 10/28 (2 hrs): Mettie Ngo

With the holiday season approaching, our dragon dance team has been actively preparing for upcoming performances. They practiced newly choreographed movements and experimented with different music selections. Voluteers (3hrs): Emma A Lu, Roy Zheng, Allen Gu, Rexford Pan, Ethan Y Chen, Nathan Li, Sean Luan, Roger Cui, Andrew Lu, Yu Wang, Derek Xu Parent on […]

Over the recent weekends and holidays, two dedicated volunteers devoted their personal time to further improving the PCA (Pearland Chinese Association) website. Their efforts included building a full Chinese-language version of the site and compiling a complete archive of all events organized by the association since its founding in 2018.  By carefully documenting each activity and […]

The day before race day, AYLUS Pearland volunteers assisted with packet pick-up to help prepare for the Annual Pearland Turkey Trot. Despite the early chill, volunteers gathered near Independence Park on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, 2025, to support the event. At the start of the morning, volunteers set up the medal stand, prepared water stations […]

November 25, 2025 — On November 25, volunteers from AYLUS Pearland took to the streets to promote the upcoming Spirit Night Fundraiser. As part of their ongoing community service efforts, the students visited local businesses to distribute flyers and posters, encouraging the community to support the fundraising event that will benefit future youth-driven projects and cultural […]

On November 23, 2025, 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 […]

On November 23, 2025, we hosted the SMILE Pearland session with the theme “Healthy Living in the Holiday Season.” The event began with a warm-up circle where volunteers and participants introduced themselves and shared their favorite holiday foods. Volunteers then led an interactive activity about the importance of eating a variety of colorful foods and […]

On November 15, volunteers gathered at Ed Thompson Inclusive Park for My PlayClub #30, a monthly event dedicated to promoting inclusive play. The afternoon was filled with joy and laughter as families enjoyed face painting, bucket drumming, holiday crafts, and interactive games. Volunteers also supported the LSA Special Needs Caring Center’s fundraising efforts by hosting […]

AYLUS volunteers proudly participated in the Lung Cancer Awareness Walk at Rice University Stadium on November 16, 2025. Our team showed incredible spirit and unity—some volunteers chose to walk, while others took on the challenge and ran. Regardless of the pace, everyone came together with the same purpose: to raise awareness, honor those affected by lung cancer, […]

On Sunday November 16, 2025, Joshua Meng hosted the first Pearland Branch volunteer chess over the school year. The students were introduced to basic chess concepts like the knight fork and tactical awareness in a position. They learned that before moving it’s important to think carefully about what your opponent wants to do. Afterwards, the […]

On November 15, 2025, members of AYLUS Pearland partnered with Project Clarity as part of an Achiever Together Fund–supported initiative. Project Clarity is a student-led effort from Pearland, Texas, dedicated to building a cleaner and healthier future for the community. Together, the two groups hosted an outreach booth at the Old Pearland Farmers Market to […]

On Sunday, November 9th, AYLUS Pearland volunteers returned to continue work on the Community Garden Project. On the second day of this ongoing effort, volunteers focused on paving the garden paths with rocks, preparing and planting new greenery, and setting up lighting to enhance the garden’s functionality and aesthetic appeal. Volunteers worked collaboratively to ensure the […]

On Saturday, November 8th, AYLUS Pearland volunteers joined Boy Scout Troop to kick off the Community Garden Project. This marked the first day of an ongoing effort to create and improve a green space for the local community. The day began early as volunteers arrived prepared with tools, gloves, and plenty of enthusiasm. Working alongside […]

On October 30, volunteers participated in the “Trick or Treat” event at the West Pearland Library, bringing fun and excitement to local families. The volunteers prepared colorful inflatable balloons for children, which quickly became one of the most popular attractions of the event. Laughter and smiles filled the air as kids eagerly lined up to receive their […]

On Sunday, November 2nd, AYLUS Pearland organized a successful Halloween Candy Drive to collect leftover treats for donation to Mexico. The event brought together enthusiastic volunteers and community members, creating a heartwarming atmosphere of generosity and teamwork. Volunteers set up a collection station and offered free face painting for children, adding fun and excitement to […]

On November 1st, 2025, four AYLUS youth volunteers attended a child’s birthday party as face painters to spread joy and raise money as well.  They set up a vibrant face painting station, offering a wide range of designs such as flowers, butterflies, popular cartoon characters and spooky spiders as kids requested. The volunteers’ artistic skills […]

During this year’s Trick or Treat night, volunteers added extra cheer to the celebration by giving out colorful inflatable balloons to children. The creative balloon designs caught the attention of many young visitors and quickly became one of the evening’s favorite attractions. While interacting with families, volunteers also took the chance to introduce our organization to parents, […]

On November 1, 2025, Jiarui Cui and Yanqing Qu assisted at the PCA Annual Member Conference held in the evening at the West Pearland Library. Before the meeting began, they helped pick up food, snacks, and water at the entrance and delivered them to the conference room. During the event, the volunteers also guided participants […]

In October 2025, AYLUS Pearland partnered with Iglesia Cristiana Restoration Y Vi Da to host a donation drive supporting orphanages in Mexico. These orphanages are in urgent need of clothing, shoes, books, and household appliances. Pearland volunteers rallied together, collecting and sorting gently used clothes, shoes, and books. Donations were gathered at designated drop-off locations, […]

On the evening of October 24, 2025, volunteers gathered at the St. Helen Catholic Church Trunk & Trick event to organize face painting activity for the community. Face painting is one of the most popular activities among local kids, which drew long lines from the beginning to the end.  This evening, our volunteers not only provided […]

On the afternoon of October 19, 2025, our volunteers brought energy and creativity to the Hallowoof Event at the Pearland Animal Shelter and Adoption Center. They engaged families and children by running the balloon twisting booth, Halloween art station, and trick-or-treat hallway, spreading joy while supporting the shelter’s mission to promote pet adoption and community […]

On October 13th, members of our Dragon Dance Team gathered to assemble the newly arrived dragon. The team has performed at numerous community events—from the holiday season through the Lunar New Year—bringing cultural excitement and joy to the community. Earlier this year, they performed at least five different events. To prepare for the upcoming season, […]

On October 11th, our volunteers started early in the morning to help set up the Scare on the Square event hosted by the University of Houston–Clear Lake (UHCL) Pearland Campus. They assisted with the water station, managed the event registration booth, organized the costume parade, and supported the event take-down. This was our first collaboration […]

On the afternoon of October 14th, our volunteers hosted a fundraising event at Rose Tea House. Guests enjoyed free balloon twisting, while we raised funds through face painting, a plant sale, and a pet gear sale. In total, $50 was raised to support the special needs community. Volunteers (2 hrs): Jiarui Cui, Brian Zhang, Katherine […]

On the evening of October 11, our volunteers supported the Pearland Chinese Association’s monthly networking event held at the West Pearland Library. They provided assistance by welcoming guests at the entrance and directing them to the conference room. Volunteers (1.5 hrs): Jiarui Cui, David Liu

The SMILE Pearland October session was held at the West Pearland Library on October 11. Volunteers and participants explored the theme of landscaping, learning about trees and flowers native to the Greater Houston area. They created beautiful paintings featuring oak trees and bluebonnets—the Texas state flower—using crayons, Q-tips, and acrylic paint. The group also discovered […]

In the evening of October 4th,  two volunteers supported the Pearland Chinese Association’s health care seminar. Arriving early at West Pearland, they arranged the meeting room then welcomed participants, provided directions at the entrance, and ensured a smooth check-in. Volunteers (1.5 hrs): Yanqing Qu, Yanbin Qu Parent on duty (1.5 hrs): Erica Jiang (Christy Zheng)

Our volunteers were invited to join individuals with special needs from the LSA Special Needs Caring Center (SNCC) and Fort Bend Chinese Church to perform a bucket drumming piece at the Mid-Autumn Festival on October 4, 2025. We were also grateful for the opportunity to fundraise for Project SMILE during the event. Before the festival, […]

On October 5, our organization hosted an educational webinar titled “The Path to Medical School.” The event featured two medical students from the McGovern Medical School Asian Pacific American Medical Students Association (APAMSA), who shared their academic journeys from high school to medical school. Through personal stories and firsthand experiences, the speakers offered valuable insights and practical advice for […]

On August 9, 2025, West Pearland Library hosted a Back-to-School Bash, and our youth volunteers supported the event by running the photo booth. They helped children put on costumes, posed them for group photos at the request of family members, and handed out giveaways to attendees. Volunteers (2.5 hrs): Brian Zhang, Claire Liu, Grace Liu […]

On August 7, our junior members organized an online Zoom webinar led by Christy Zheng and five peers to support new parents preparing for elementary school. Parents actively participated by asking questions in the chat and engaging with the presentation. Throughout the session, volunteers shared their personal experiences, offering valuable insights into what families can […]

In September 2025, SMILE 4 Special Needs volunteers began supporting the Pearland Miracle League’s fall season. During the games, they assisted individuals with special needs in enjoying and playing baseball. Volunteer Participation:     9/13 (5.5 hrs): Yanqing Qu, Yanbin Qu     9/27 (5.5 hrs): Yanbin Qu

During the month of September, 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 […]

Over the past three years, AYLUS Pearland has actively supported the Light and Salt Association’s Youth Leadership Network Program. In September 2025, volunteers played a vital role in assisting with routine management tasks and assisted in the preparation of upcoming community events. Key Contributions: Wyatt Yin – Maintained the membership list and assisted with report postings […]

On September 28, AYLUS Pearland organized a successful book drive in support of Books for Development. Volunteers collected and sorted over 400 books before delivering them to the nonprofit organization. Books for Development’s dedicated volunteers then sort, box, and ship these books to developing nations, helping establish libraries that serve as vital centers of knowledge […]

City and Neighbor Support: Volunteers Conducted Face Painting Workshop at West Pearland Library on Sep 28, 2025 On the afternoon of September 28, 2025, volunteers gathered at the West Pearland Library to conduct a face painting workshop for the community and provided face painting to community kids. Face painting is always one of the most […]

In September 2025, volunteers continued maintaining the organization’s website to ensure smooth operation and accessibility. They updated the database with accurate records, refreshed event information, and kept content current to better serve the community. Volunteers also addressed issues such as broken links, outdated materials, and navigation adjustments, making timely improvements to enhance user experience. Their […]

AYLUS Pearland PROMIS collaborating with Hummingbird Community Outreach and McGovern Medical School, is excited to announce the launch of SMILE Pearland – a youth-led program supporting individuals with special needs and their families in our community! About SMILE: SMILE stands for Self-advocacy, Moving toward good health, Independent living skills, Learning basic job skills, and Emotional regulation skills. The […]

Founded two years ago, the AYLUS Pearland Graphic Design Team continues to meet the growing demand for event promotion and collaboration with community partners. In September, our volunteers took on several impactful projects, including creating flyers for the 2026 Lunar New Year Festival, Pearland My PlayClub’s October event, a collaborative webinar featuring McGovern Medical School […]

Our long-term sponsor, the Light and Salt Association, invited our leadership team to participate in a photo session for their upcoming brochure highlighting youth leadership. On the evening of September 14, youth leaders gathered at Sunrise Lakes Community for the photo shoot. Afterward, the team reviewed the summer events, summarized the current financial status, and […]

Our volunteers supported the Engie BEEN team’s Kids Meal event by decorating brown bags that will be used to pack free or discounted meals for local schools. They added cheerful touches by writing riddles, painting designs, and sharing jokes to brighten the recipients’ day. In total, hundreds of decorated bags were completed and delivered to […]

On September 13th, our volunteers hosted a food stand at the Latin Festival in Pearland Town Center to raise funds for the City’s second inclusive park project. We partnered with Chifa Peru, who generously provided traditional Peruvian-Chinese dishes such as ceviche, chifa, and chicha morada. The booth was proudly sponsored by the Light and Salt […]

On September 13, At West Pearland Library, Volunteers pack up unsold books, take down tables, and return materials to the storage room. All volunteer slots were filled. The team worked together efficiently to pack and move items, ensuring the cleanup process was completed smoothly and on time. Volunteers: (2.25 hours) Brian Zhang, David Liu, Emma […]

On the evening of Sep 12, four volunteers lent a hand to the West Pearland Library in preparing for its upcoming big book sale. They carefully sorted donated books and arranged them neatly on shelves, ensuring the event will be well-organized and inviting for visitors. Volunteers (3 hrs): Iva Chiang, Ian Chiang, Mettie Ngo,

On September 9, volunteers came together at Ed Thompson Inclusive Park to host My PlayClub #29, a monthly event to promote inclusive play. The afternoon was filled with joy and laughter through activities such as face painting, bucket drumming, balloon twisting, and interactive games. More than 40 children and their families joined in, making it a […]

On Monday, September 1st, 2025 Joshua Meng and Alicia Zhang of AYLUS Pearland hosted an informational chess seminar. They went over chess learning resources, how and what are USCF and FIDE Ratings, tournament rules, how to find tournaments, girls in chess, national scholastic tournaments, and the Texas State Grade Chess Championship. AYLUS Pearland continues to […]

Over the past three years, AYLUS Pearland has actively supported the Light and Salt Association’s Youth Leadership Network Program. In August 2025, volunteers played a vital role in assisting with routine management tasks. Their specific contributions included: Wyatt Yin – Maintained membership list and assisted with report postings Daniel Zhang, Yanqiao Huang – Supported social media updates […]

Achieve Together: Volunteers Host English Online English Tutoring Sessions in August 2025 During the month of September, youth volunteers to continue online English tutoring. Tutors Anna Zheng and Roy Zheng 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 […]

Four dedicated volunteers from the website team support the smooth operation of the newly launched site. Their responsibilities included regularly updating activity newsletters, ensuring that the community stayed informed, and providing technical assistance in maintaining the website’s performance. In addition, the team worked closely with the Pearland Chinese Association to help create a new website, […]

On the evening of August 23, two volunteers supported the Pearland Chinese Association’s Lunar New Year preparation meeting. Arriving early at West Pearland, they welcomed participants, provided directions at the entrance, and ensured a smooth check-in. During the meeting, they also contributed by sharing important historical event information, helping to guide planning discussions. Volunteers (1.5 […]

On August 26, volunteers supported the West Pearland Library by preparing for the upcoming book sale. Their work included arranging and categorizing donated books, helping to create an orderly and inviting selection for community members to browse. Volunteers (2 hrs): Iva Chiang, Ian Chiang, Mettie Ngo

On August 16, volunteers gathered at the West Pearland Library to assist with organizing books in preparation for the upcoming book sale. Their efforts helped ensure the event will run smoothly and provide the community with a wide selection of reading materials. Volunteers (2 hrs): Iva Chiang, Ian Chiang, Mettie Ngo