#36. Grant Han, My Gift to America
I have always been fascinated with history for as long as I can remember. However, I realized that, around me, history was dying. So, I took it upon myself to make sure that the histories of notable communities and figures in my community were not forgotten. That is why I created a documentary to preserve the legacy of Chinese American businessman Thomas Foon Chew, who was known as a kind, innovative, and determined humanitarian. I did this to ensure that future generations could look up to him. I also created a website to spread Thomas Foon Chew’s story and presented my findings at various events across Silicon Valley. This effort culminated in the establishment of a day of honor for Thomas Foon Chew in the city of San Jose. My name is Grant Han, and my gift to America is making sure that history is never forgotten.