● 2026 Gala Nominations Open | Las Vegas · Nevada · Est. 1996
Mike Vaswani founded AAG over 25 years ago. He has always given back to the community — donating to small and large causes, clearing red tape for businesses, and helping countless individuals find their way through mentorship and guidance.
In keeping with Mike’s loving and generous spirit, it was his decision to donate life so others may live it. His example continues to inspire every program AAG runs today.
🦃 Gave over 10,000 turkeys to the most needy during the Thanksgiving holiday
🎁 Gave over 10,000 toys to the most needy during the Christmas holidays
🏢 Helped numerous businesses and individuals establish and grow their endeavors
🧭 Helped numerous individuals find their way through mentorship and guidance
❤️ Supported many friends and family through the toughest times of their lives
🍽️ Supported locally owned restaurants and casinos by holding AAG events in their establishments, encouraging others to follow
🚔 Supported LVMPD by creating the Sheriff’s Asian Advisory Council
🌱 He continues to give through others because of the example he has set
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“He continues to give through others because of the example he has set. In keeping with Mike’s loving and generous spirit, it was his decision to donate life so others may live it.”
— Asian American Group, in honor of Mike Vaswani
Every gift goes directly to supporting AAG’s community programming —
scholarships, food drives, toy donations, and civic outreach.
🦃 Food Drives
Annual Thanksgiving and holiday food drives distributing thousands of meals to families across the Las Vegas Valley.
🎁 Toy Donations
Spreading joy to children each Christmas season. Your donation helps ensure every child wakes up to something special.
📚 M.A.P.S. Scholarships
Directly funding scholarships and mentorship for Asian American graduating seniors across Southern Nevada.
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