The Taiwanese American Foundation of San Diego is to
strengthen and enhance the Taiwanese American individual and family
life in San Diego by:
Engaging in charitable, educational and community activities
that promote Taiwanese American culture and tradition in
a diverse society.
Promoting the health and social well-being of members
of the Taiwanese American community and enhancing their
quality life.
Providing assistance to immigrants and other newcomers
to our community.
Introduction
The Taiwanese American Foundation of San Diego (TAFSD) was
founded in 1996 with the dedication and commitment of the
Taiwanese American Community in San Diego. TAFSD is incorporated
in the State of California as a nonprofit, public, and charitable
organization. Donations to TAFSD are tax deductible. The Taiwanese
American Community Center (TACC) is an operational unit of
TAFSD.
Mission
TAFSD is dedicated to:
Promote Taiwanese American culture in
a diverse society.
Promote the social well-being of members
of the Taiwanese American community.
Provide assistance to immigrants and newcomers
to the greater community of San Diego.
Facilities
TACC is currently located its permanent site at 7838
Wilkerson Court, San Diego, CA 92111. Our 13,000 sq. ft facility
houses an impressive auditorium with a 400-person capacity,
a library with more than 10,000 volumes, an art gallery, an indoor plaza, a conference room, a playroom for children, a classroom,
and a full-equipped kitchen.
TAFSD Sponsored Activities
TAFSD activities are open
to all people who are interested in Taiwanese American culture.
We
Provide an annual "Trip to Taiwan"
award in the Greater San Diego Technology & Science
Fair.
Provide four to six $500 scholarships
annually to graduating high school seniors in the Greater
San Diego area.
Provide scholarships to the University
of Nevada for the Taiwanese-American Professor Exchange
Program.
Sponsor a variety of cultural activities.
A "Taiwanese American Heritage Week" is held annually
in May. "Culture and History Lecture Series" is
held on a quarterly basis.
TACC Programs & Classes
TACC facilitates gathering opportunities
for Taiwanese-Americans in San Diego. Our programs for senior
citizens include free health seminars, and
recreational activities.
TACC participates in health and other
social welfare functions in the San Diego area.
TACC hosts many clubs to accommodate various
interests of members in the community. These clubs include
the Senior Club, Folk Dance Club, Taiko Club, Book
Club, Bridge Club, Hawaiian Dance Club, Line Dance Club,
Hiking Club, Music & Movie Club, and a Women's
Club.
TACC provides social, fitness, and learning
classes for the Taiwanese-American community. These include
classes in aerobics, kendo and Tai-Chi Class.
