History of Satsuki－Kai Inc. For a current and past list of events and activities, please visit What's New and Events. Satsuki-Kai's presence in the Bay Area dates back to the times right after World War II, when major Japanese companies returned to San Francisco. Upon arriving, Japanese wives who accompanied their husbands needed help communicating and developing a supportive network. Fortunately, local members of the YW/YMCA assisted the Japanese wives in learning the English language and American customs. The first official meeting was held in May 1957. The group adopted the name “Satsuki-Kai”, as Satsuki is another name for the month of May in Japanese, and became affiliated with the YW/YMCA. Satsuki-Kai, Inc. became an independent non-profit organization in 1971 with the wife of the Consul General serving as the Honorary President. The organization still carries forward its original goals of promoting mutual understanding between Japanese women and women in the US, and friendship among members through various activities. Satsuki-Kai is able to accomplish these goals by organizing outreach programs, cultural events, visits to senior centers, and collaborative events with other community organizations. Timeline of Important Events 1957 May Founded 1971 Registered as NPO with the State of California 1982 May 25th Anniversary 1997 40th Anniversary Received TIN Number from IRS 2004 2004 Aug Received 10th Anniversary plaque from PARCA Reach 2005 May Awarded Certificates from Kimochi Inc., California Legislature, and The City & County of San Francisco 2007 Oct 50th Anniversary Celebration |
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