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PCC Education Fund
A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
Empowering Cultural Experiences
PCC is committed to fostering global education and cultural exchange.
Our mission is to create transformative international learning experiences through year-round student ambassador programs, teacher exchanges, consulting and development services for educational institutions, and the establishment of meaningful academic partnerships.
We provide enriching programs designed to empower students and educators, enabling them to expand their horizons, strengthen language proficiency, and cultivate global leadership skills in diverse cultural settings.
Through initiatives like the student ambassador program and other cultural and educational activities, PCC serves as a bridge for advancing international education and promoting cross-cultural understanding. We strive to inspire deeper connections between individuals and the global community, paving the way for a more interconnected and empathetic world.
President's Message
Joseph Kong
Mission: Bridging Worlds, Nurturing Global Souls
At PCC, our mission is to ignite the curiosity of the younger generation, guiding them to embrace the rich tapestry of global cultures and emerge as true "global citizens." Through this journey, we seek to bridge the gaps of unfamiliarity between cultures and communities, fostering a world connected by compassion and shared understanding.
Reflections of the Past: Moments That Echo
Looking back, we’ve been privileged to witness countless moments that stir the heart:
In 2015, I led an intrepid eight-member delegation from San Francisco on an inspiring journey across China. Among us were education visionaries, the Director of the International Division of a prominent school district, and influential figures from Richmond. Our path wound from the ancient majesty of Beijing to the vibrant pulse of Guangzhou, threading through Shanghai, Suzhou, and Hangzhou. Along the way, we forged enduring bonds and partnerships with local schools and institutions, planting seeds of collaboration that continue to flourish.
In 2016, 96 teachers and students from Shanghai crossed the ocean to join a two-week summer camp at De Anza High School. As the final day dawned, American and Chinese students clung to one another in tearful embraces, their reluctance to part a testament to the deep connections formed. That poignant scene remains a cherished memory, etched vividly in my soul.
From 2017 to 2019, we orchestrated the exchange of 200 to 400 students annually. Together, they sat in classrooms, wandered through museums, competed on basketball courts, and wove friendships across borders. In this fusion of cultures, their worlds grew wider, brighter, and more wondrous.
Visions of Tomorrow: Let Friendship Flourish, Let Voices Resound
Looking ahead, we dream of a future where young Americans stand awestruck before the timeless grandeur of the Great Wall, trace the whispers of history in the Forbidden City, marvel at the intricate artistry of the Golden Silk and Jade Burial Suit, and celebrate the ingenuity of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge. These gasps of wonder and flickers of emotion fuel our passion for cultural exchange, lighting the way forward.
We envision a legacy where the end of each program marks not a farewell, but a beginning—where students sustain their newfound ties, deepen their dialogue, and inspire others to join the journey. American students beckon their Chinese friends to explore the U.S., while Chinese students extend invitations to experience China, weaving a web of friendship that stretches ever outward. To make this vision real, we must craft more opportunities for connection, allowing these bonds to take root, bloom, and thrive.
This endeavor is no simple task, yet with collective effort, we can deepen this exchange and strengthen its reach. The encouragement and support of communities near and far are the winds that propel this mission onward.
We hold steadfast to the belief that understanding and respect, soaring beyond borders, are the bedrock of a peaceful world. Let us unite in this noble pursuit, opening vast horizons for the next generation. Together, may we build a bridge of friendship that spans mountains and rivers, enduring through time, forever steadfast.
Culture Transcends Borders
Friendship Lasts Forever
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