The Japanese and Japanese Americans have a distinct history in Colorado that began around 1886. It is a history filled with promise, struggle, endurance, discrimination and perseverance, all of which contribute to the Colorado we know today.

The Mission of JARCC is to be a vibrant resource, preserving, educating and communicating the evolving Japanese American experience in Colorado - Keeping Heritage & Culture Alive.

JARCC's Vision includes the following:
  ★ The Japanese and Japanese American Story:
          ▪ Preserve and communicate the ongoing Japanese American story and its history highlighting
            its impact on the growth of Colorado.
          ▪ Collect Japanese American historical resources and make them accessible to the
            membership and the public.

  ★ Community service:
          ▪ Host and support events, seminars and activities which focus on service, education, and
            understanding of all communities.

  ★ Collaboration
          ▪ Collaborate and connect with other organizations and groups to promote the mission and
            vision of JARCC.

  ★ Nurturing
          ▪ Increase participation and membership in JARCC.
          ▪ Organize and offer JARCC activities that are relevant to future generations.
  
★ Tradition
          ▪ Communicate and keep members, organizations and the public informed of JARCC's
            philosophy, efforts and activities.
          ▪ Maintain JARCC as a financially viable 501(c)(3) organization, seeking to increase its
            community impact by working toward accomplishing its mission and vision.

In addition to monetary donations, JARCC needs volunteers. Please consider and sign up below:
           🟀 Assistance in conducting, recording, and documenting interviews of persons with first-hand experiences.
           🟀 Technical assistance related to video documentation and storage, digitization, and website expansion.
           🟀 Planning and conducting cultural, educational, and fundraising events.
           🟀Determining the direction of JARCC by joining the JARCC Executive or Advisory Board.
           🟀Networking with Community Leaders in other organizations.