China-U.S. Enlightenment Foundation

China-U.S. Enlightenment Foundation is a 501-(c)-(3) not-for-profit organization with the aiming to foster the cross culture communication and understanding internationally. We are striving to advance creative solutions to ensure equity and excellence in education for students internationally.  

USCEF was chartered in New York City, as a non-profit organization for the primary purpose of helping to send students from the United States to the People's Republic of China to study putonghua (Mandarin), the official Chinese language, as well as the rich history and culture of the Chinese people.  The experience offered a first-hand view of life as a student in China, and is possible only through an educational program.  Further, the charter gave the mandate to assist students from the People's Republic of China to come to the United States to learn our language and experience our culture, then return to assist their country in its goals.

USCEF also awarded grants to Chinese junior colleges that incorporated community college features for capacity-building. The grant projects included career counseling centers, paraprofessional social work training.