About The Joy Culture Foundation

Who We Are

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The Joy Culture Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in the SF Bay Area. We provide an extensive resource platform for families interested in Chinese culture, fostering emotional connections between parents and children through cultural activities and Mandarin education. In January 2022, we brought our vision to life by establishing The Little Bookworm Chinese Library in Menlo Park. Now we offer routine story time, arts & crafts, toys & board games, classes, workshops, and events at the library to serve our community. ​

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Our Mission 

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Provide educational, cultural programs and gathering spaces to help Chinese speaking families build confidence, identity, and community

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Our Vision

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Bridge the cultural and social capital gap and be a Chinese cultural hub through childhood education in the SF Bay Area

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Our Services and Offerings

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• A large play area for children up to 5 years old

• 6,000+ Chinese children's picture books suitable for ages 0-12, covering both traditional and simplified Chinese, as well as Cantonese

• Free Chinese storytelling and arts & crafts sessions every week

• A range of enrichment classes and workshops taught in Chinese, including art, music, dance, science, STEM, drama, and more 

• Cultural and educational events, such as the Chinese New Year, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations, as well as the Little Entrepreneur Fair