NACA has promoted business, economic, cultural and trade relations between the United States and China. It also has mentored college and high school students, and young professionals.
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Membership
Membership fees support the daily operations of the organization. Members enjoy discounts and special access to a variety of public events on all things China, family programming, language classes, business forums and more throughout the year.
Social organizations were created to help immigrants adjust to their new home and help each other succeed. Many immigrant families joined associations based on their name, village or district of origin, and professions. These groups helped to stabilize the Chinese community in America. They also fought, usually successfully, against organized crime, which dominated some Chinatowns in the United States.
The National Association of Chinese Americans (NACA) was founded in 1977 to advance the cordial relationship between the United States and China. The association has ten local chapters and a national office in Washington, DC. NACA is a non-profit, nonpartisan membership organization.
Programs
The National Association of Chinese-Americans (NACA) focuses on developing and promoting cordial relationships between the United States and China. It encourages the participation of its members in the American political process and the preservation of their cultural heritage.
NACA also strives to support and promote entrepreneurship and business development of its members. It works with local governments and community organizations to provide programs that assist new immigrants in becoming business owners and achieving economic independence.
CCBA also supports the education of its members by organizing seminars and conferences on topics in professional areas. It also publishes Trade Winds, a magazine of common interest to its membership.
PACE CSSA provides social, academic and cultural activities for Chinese students, scholars and alumni at Pace University. It serves as a bridge to the greater community and offers guidance in school life, career and culture. Its primary goal is to spread the Chinese language and culture while providing its members with a valuable information platform.
Events
The Chinese Association of Iowa provides a forum for involvement and represents the community in domestic processes. Through a variety of programs, including English language classes and scholarships for College, the Chinese Association of Iowa celebrates cultural heritage and enriches a diverse regional community.
The National Chinese Language Conference is a two-day in-person and online hybrid interactive event that brings educators together to share best practices, learn from each other, connect with peers for support, advance the profession, and chart the future. This year’s NCLC is proudly sponsored by CBC Cross-Cultural Solutions.
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Sponsorships
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CCBA has been the dominant power in Chinatown since its founding in 1883, performing a quasi-governmental function by representing the Chinese community with city and state officials. The CCBA’s membership consists of six companies or benevolent associations—Hoy Sun Ning Yung, Hop Wo, Kong Chow, Sue Hing, Sam Yup—each representing clans and regional affiliations.
The National Association of Chinese Americans (NACA) was founded in 1977 as a non-profit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to the advancement of cordial relationships between America and China. NACA encourages Chinese-Americans to participate in the American political process while preserving their culture and heritage. The Atlanta chapter hosts and promotes activities that bring together Chinese dignitaries, local government officials, community and business leaders. The national organization also sponsors the Stanley and Marvel Chong Scholarship Fund which supports seniors graduating high school with an emphasis on promoting community involvement.