Chinese Students and Scholars Association at Uc San Diego
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
CSSA UCSD is dedicated to fostering cultural exchange, academic excellence, and a supportive community for Chinese students and scholars at UC San Diego. We aim to create a welcoming environment that encourages dialogue between cultures, promotes mutual understanding, and celebrates the rich heritage of Chinese traditions. Through events, mentorship, and academic initiatives, we strive to enhance the student experience and build lasting connections both on campus and in the broader community.
- Income
- $123,268
- Spending
- $99,601
- Reserves
- 2.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending April 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 64 out of 100. Higher than 29% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 2.9 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 19% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending April 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending April 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (4)
- $39,494 spent. UCSD CSSA operates a comprehensive Cultural Exchange Program that brings together students and community members through signature events such as the Lunar New Year Gala, Mid-Autumn Festival celebration, and Spring Festival performances. As a unified initiative, the program promotes Chinese culture, fosters inclusiveness, and strengthens community among Chinese and international students. In 2024, more than 500 participants - including students, scholars, and local residents - joined the Spring Gala, highlighting the program's role as a vibrant platform for cultural understanding and student talent development.
- $13,188 spent. UCSD CSSA operates a comprehensive Student Support Program that assists incoming Chinese students in their transition to campus life. The program includes pre-arrival orientations, airport pickups, and guided campus tours to help students feel welcomed and prepared. In Fall 2024, more than 200 new students received direct support through these services, enabling them to acclimate to the UCSD environment and build connections with peers and mentors. Volunteers also organized housing information sessions and a welcome dinner, further fostering a sense of community and belonging.
- $6,862 spent. UCSD CSSA operates a comprehensive Club Fair Program at the beginning of each semester to welcome incoming students and connect them with campus opportunities. The program brings together multiple Chinese student organizations representing music, dance, drama, psychology, engineering, and business. As a unified initiative, the fair introduces organizational activities, provides recruitment opportunities, and shares campus resources related to student life and academic development. In 2024, the Club Fair engaged hundreds of new students, offering them a platform to explore interests, access resources, and build meaningful connections within the UCSD community.
- $14,066 spent. UCSD CSSA also organizes a variety of campus events and activities, including Halloween celebrations, tabling events, sports activities, and social mixers. These programs give students opportunities to engage in cultural exchange, foster friendships, and build community on campus.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending April 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending April 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since April 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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