The mission of the Asian Pacific Islander Small Business Program (API SBP) is to assist the development of small and micro businesses in Los Angeles with a particular focus on the Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean and Thai business communities, especially those of low income immigrants. Our objectives: Help entrepreneurs and small businesses overcome barriers to growth and success Generate jobs and sustainable businesses in the community Accommodate the unique economic needs of low income immigrants Serve as a link between the mainstream economy and ethnic small businesses