Greater Chinatown Community Association (GCCA) betters the well-being of the Chinatown community within New York City through unique, individualized program services. Established in 1972, the GCCA has long since been a pioneer and innovator in the provision of resources and assistance.

Some of the most common problems our economically disadvantaged and underserved population face are: illiteracy and language barriers, unemployment, lack of social benefits, and poor health conditions. Statistics indicate that in 2000, the New York Metropolitan area had the largest Chinese population in the United States. Of this population, more than 60% had limited English proficiency and 22% lived below the poverty line. GCCA strives to combat these deficiencies.

1. 2000 US Census and analysis by the Asian American Federation Census Information Center