PAUL AND JOYCE TIEN FOUNDATION

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Photography of a modern international board meeting. Professionals in business attire are discussing a global map on a digital screen. Atmosphere of leadership, cooperation, and ethical governance. Dark navy blue and light grey palette.

Cultivating Global Impact

Explore Mission
Advancing global education through academic rigor.

Dedicated to advancing global education, fostering cross-cultural understanding, and developing ethical leaders.

Global— Bridging Institutions Worldwide

CORE VALUES

Excellence in Education

We merge academic rigor with ethical leadership. Each initiative is crafted by educators, researchers, and global visionaries to empower individuals.

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A professional portrait-style photograph of an international scholar working in a high-tech science lab. Clean, clinical lighting, focus on a microscope. Colors include light grey and navy blue, projecting academic rigor.

Scholarships & Fellowships

Expanding access to quality academic programs.

Research & Innovation

Addressing global challenges through collaboration.

Global Exchange

Connecting cultures through faculty and student mobility.

Institutional Partnerships

Strengthening global academic systems.

OUR WORK

Pillars of Transformation

Strategic programs designed to promote equity, foster research, and develop the next generation of leaders.

Global Exchange

Funding student and faculty exchanges to build cross-cultural bridges.

Scholarship Support

Faculty Research

Cultural Immersion

Research Grants

Investing in interdisciplinary solutions for health.

Impact Research

Sustainability Initiatives

Tech Innovation

Leadership Training

Mentorship programs focused on ethical responsibility.

Mentorship Programs

Ethics Training

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OUR FOCUS

Advancing the Global

A disciplined approach to philanthropy - connecting people and ideas to foster sustainable
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MISSION

Global Education Access

Expanding quality learning opportunities across borders.

VISION

Cross-Cultural Understanding

Building bridges between global institutions.

VALUES

Ethical Leadership

Cultivating integrity in future world leaders.

IMPACT

Research and Innovation

Supporting academic rigor to solve real-world challenges.

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Photography of a diverse group of academic scholars in North American university attire, walking together through a historic campus quad. The lighting is golden hour, creating a warm and inspiring mood for future leadership.
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A serene photograph of a university library's study hall. High ceilings, long wooden tables, and rows of books. Soft, even lighting creates a space of academic excellence. Dark navy blue accents.
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A close-up photograph of a hands-on digital learning workshop. Professional North American / International setting. Students collaborating over tablets and books. Bright, airy, and professional atmosphere.

TESTIMONIALS

Voices of Global Progress

Stories from scholars and partners empowered by the Tien Foundation.

"The cross-cultural exchange program broadened my entire perspective."

— Julian R.

"The support provided redefined my research path."

— Dr. Sarah L.

OUR REACH

A Global Foundation
Operating at the intersection of international research

Our foundation connects ideas and institutions across borders to createOur retreat stands in the heart of Madeira's highlands — surrounded by

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A wide-angle photography shot of a modern glass-and-steel university building facade during a clear afternoon in North America. Reflective surfaces showing global connectivity symbols. Muted blue and grey tones.
A close-up photograph of a professional meeting in a bright, modern North American conference room. Two people are shaking hands over a sleek table with a laptop, reflecting a partnership. The lighting is crisp and natural, emphasizing a mood of global connectivity and mutual respect.
A close-up photograph of a professional meeting in a bright, modern North American conference room. Two people are shaking hands over a sleek table with a laptop, reflecting a partnership. The lighting is crisp and natural, emphasizing a mood of global connectivity and mutual respect.
A wide photography shot of a collaborative research space in an international university. Modern architecture with large glass windows overlooking a campus. Grey blue and navy blue tones in the furniture. Clear daylight.
A wide photography shot of a collaborative research space in an international university. Modern architecture with large glass windows overlooking a campus. Grey blue and navy blue tones in the furniture. Clear daylight.

PARTNERSHIP

Join Our Global Network

Collaborate with us to expand educational access and foster innovation for a better world.

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EIN: 26-3938368

408-320-2237

info@tienfoundation.com

CONTACT US

Location

1580 Calaveras Ave San Jose, CA, 95126-2504 United States

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