Jiang and Lou’s organization is not just a service hub for Delaware’s Chinese community, it is also an active participant in building relationships with the broader community. For example, they are involved with Make Us Visible Delaware, which seeks to incorporate Chinese American history into public school curriculums.
In the 1920’s, left-wing groups emerged in Chinatown. Although they never gained much mass support, these groups brought idealism and zeal to a neighborhood filled with materialist mediocrity and political apathy.
The Chinese Association of Iowa (CAI)
As a community-based, member-focused non-profit organization, CAI is devoted to promoting cultural diversity and enrichment. CAI also serves as a voice for Iowa’s Chinese American community, advocating for their interests and fostering community engagement through diverse programs and events.
Just like the Latinos in the Latino Heartland found comfort and community through “ethno-religious continuity that enhanced, rather than detracted from their Midwestern experience,” (Vega 63), Chinese Iowans created both cultural and religious communities such as the CAI and the Chinese Church of Iowa City to embrace their identities as both Chinese and Iowan. These efforts help them flourish in the Midwest.
Drake’s Chinese program has established a long-term partnership with the Chinese University of Beijing, and its students have earned internships and scholarships. Drake faculty and students host the University’s exchange students for semester-long study and short-term visits. Similarly, Drake hosts visiting assistant Chinese instructors from Minzu University to teach in the World Languages and Cultures Program.
The Chinese Association for Science and Technology in the USA (CAST)
CAST-USA and its chapters organize a variety of professional events to facilitate information exchange and cooperation among Chinese professionals in the United States. These events include recruitment fairs, lectures, academic seminars, and entrepreneurship competitions. They also provide professional development training and career counseling services to members.
CAST is one of the most respected Chinese-American organizations in the US. Its members are a driving force behind scientific research, technological advancements and cultural preservation in many US companies and universities.
The organization promotes Chinese language education and cultural exchange in the United States, while adhering to guideline principles and Association objectives. It has a strong population base, multi-facet social impact and growth potential. Its activities benefit the long-term development of Chinese language and cultural learning in America. It also contributes to the harmonious relationship between China and the United States. In addition, the organization plays a key role in the integration of Chinese professionals into American society.
The Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of New England (CCBA)
CCBA is a nonprofit organization that provides services to Chinese American communities. The organization has a long history of helping people and working with other organizations to promote Chinese culture. CCBA also provides a forum for Chinese-Americans to discuss community issues.
The CCBA is also active in raising money for disaster relief. For example, when the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami occurred, CCBA helped raise money for victims. The CCBA has also worked to improve the quality of life in Chinatown.
The CCBA has many members. These include family associations, professional organizations, and civic groups. Its board includes 27 seats from the Hoy Sun Ning Yung Benevolent Association, eight seats from the Sue Hing Benevolent Association, and six seats from the Hop Wo Benevolent Association. The CCBA also helps protect the rights of its members. For instance, it helped fight against anti-Chinese legislation in Latin America. Moreover, it has established schools and hospitals in Chinatown.
The Chinese Community Association of Ottawa
CCAO is dedicated to serving the Chinese community in Ottawa, Canada. It organizes cultural and social events, provides education and support to students, and helps immigrants with legal matters. It also supports the local economy through business ventures and investments.
Early immigrants from the region of southern China’s Guangdong Province formed clan and native-place associations, or huiguan (
In the 1920s, William Joe and Marion Hum bought forty burial lots at Beechwood Cemetery to ensure that Chinese who had no family or financial means would have a resting place in Ottawa. The Chinese community at that time was still struggling against segregation and discrimination in Canada. Their efforts helped to establish a strong foundation for the Chinese community in Ottawa.