Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of New England

What Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of New England does

The Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of New England (CCBA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community organization incorporated in 1923 (with origins as the "Six Companies" in 1884), serving as the recognized representative body of the Chinese-American community in Boston and New England. Headquartered at 90 Tyler Street in Boston's Chinatown — the former Josiah Quincy School conveyed by the City of Boston in 1983 for $1 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017 — CCBA is governed by a 46-member board representing 33 member community groups spanning clan associations, business associations, civic organizations, and social service entities.

CCBA's core product surface comprises community programs (Chinatown Heritage Center, Crime Watch Program, Table Tennis Program, free adult ESL classes, and a community library), annual cultural events (the 55th August Moon Festival and Chinese New Year Lion Dance Parade), and an affordable housing portfolio of approximately 300 units across Tai Tung Village (232 Harrison Ave), Waterford Place (180 Shawmut Ave), Pok Oi Residences (288 Harrison Ave), and the developing 50 Herald Street project, held through subsidiaries including CCBA Realty Corp and CCBA Waterford Place LLC. The organization does not operate proprietary technology platforms and delivers all services on-site or through its member-organization network, with social welfare assistance (SNAP, Medicaid, public housing navigation, fuel subsidies) provided free of charge.

CCBA's revenue model rests on rental income from its real estate holdings, member dues, donations, community contributions, and event sponsorships from institutional partners including MassHousing, Boston Redevelopment Authority, Rockland Trust, Tufts Medical Center, United Healthcare Community Plan, East West Bank, and Taipei Economic & Cultural Office. All community services are provided free; affordable housing units are offered at subsidized rates. The organization employs 51-100 staff plus volunteer board members, and partners with Phillips Brooks House (Harvard University) for after-school youth programs. CCBA is subject to multiple active litigations, including a lawsuit from the Massachusetts Attorney General.

Name

Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of New England

Legal name

Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of New England

Website

https://ccbaboston.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1884

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of New England (CCBA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1884 and incorporated in 1923, serving as the representative body of the Chinese-American community in Boston and New England through community programs, cultural events, social welfare services, and an affordable housing portfolio of approximately 300 units.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community and Social Services

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (8134), Museums (712110), Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Cultural Centers & Community Cultural Organizations (BPAGAHAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cultural Festivals & Events Organizations (BPAGAHAG), Community Center Education Programs (EDAAAFAB), Community Pride & Identity Events (Pride, Cultural Identity Days) (MPAGAEAL)

Keywords

• Community social services
• Affordable housing operations
• Cultural heritage preservation
• Adult ESL education
• Civic association governance

Headquarters

HQ city

Boston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Building and property rental income: CCBA generates revenue from rental income from its real estate holdings, including the CCBA community center building at 90 Tyler Street and its affordable housing properties (Tai Tung Village, Waterford Place, Pok Oi Residences). The organization is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) entity.
2. Donations and member contributions: As a nonprofit charitable organization, CCBA relies on member dues, donations, and community contributions to fund operations, programs, and community services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CCBA is a nonprofit community association that delivers free social welfare services, adult ESL education, community safety (Crime Watch) and recreation programs, cultural heritage preservation through the Chinatown Heritage Center, and affordable housing via ownership of approximately 300 units. It also organizes signature annual cultural events — the August Moon Festival and the Chinese New Year Lion Dance Parade — that draw thousands of community members. The organization represents 33 member community groups and operates from its headquarters and community center at 90 Tyler Street, Boston.

Product overview

The Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of New England (CCBA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community organization established in 1923, serving as the leading Chinese-American organization in New England. The organization operates a community center at 90 Tyler Street and provides community programs including the Chinatown Heritage Center, Crime Watch Program, Table Tennis Program, Free English Classes, and annual cultural events (August Moon Festival and Lion Dance Parade). CCBA also operates affordable housing properties including Tai Tung Village, Waterford Place, Pok Oi Residences, and the developing 50 Herald Street project, totaling approximately 300 affordable housing units for the community.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Chinatown Heritage Center: A heritage center dedicated to documenting, preserving, and sharing immigrant history through exhibits highlighting the experiences, challenges and accomplishments of the Chinese-American community in Boston.

Products and services

• Chinatown Heritage Center A heritage center dedicated to documenting, preserving, and sharing immigrant history through exhibits that highlight the experiences, challenges, and accomplishments of the Chinese-American community in Boston. Open to community members and visitors.
• Crime Watch Program A volunteer-based community safety program that patrols Chinatown streets to reduce crime and maintain community security for the Chinese-American community.
• Table Tennis Program Weekly table tennis activities offered three evenings per week, providing a recreational gathering space for community members.
• Free English Classes for Adults (ESL) Free English as a Second Language classes for adults, conducted in multiple rounds with graduation ceremonies for participants.
• Chinatown August Moon Festival The annual Chinatown August Moon Festival celebrating the Chinese harvest festival with lion dancing, traditional Chinese music, martial arts, folk dancing, Chinese arts and crafts, food vendors, and children's games. Attracts thousands of spectators from the greater Boston area.
• Chinatown Lion Dance Parade Annual Chinese New Year celebration featuring lion dance performances, traditional music, and parade through Boston Chinatown.
• Community Library A community library providing reading materials and educational resources to community members.
• Tai Tung Village Affordable housing complex at 232 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02111, providing low-income housing units for the Chinese community.
• Waterford Place Affordable housing property at 180 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA 02118, managed by CCBA for low-income residents.
• Pok Oi Residences Affordable housing development at 288 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA 02111, providing affordable living units.
• Social Welfare Assistance Services Free on-site social welfare assistance including help with SNAP (food stamps), public housing applications, elder/child emergency aid, fuel subsidies, Medicaid enrollment, passport processing, reduced-cost phone and internet services, and crisis helplines. Offered Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-1pm by appointment (phone 617-542-2574).

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50 students graduated from CCBA's ESL program; third round of classes launched.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Phillips Brooks House (Harvard University)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCBA partners with Phillips Brooks House and Harvard University to offer after-school learning programs for low-income children and youth at the CCBA community center. Harvard student volunteers support educational programming.
• Boston Main StreetsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCBA collaborates with Boston Main Streets and other institutions to organize the Chinese New Year Lion Dance Parade and August Moon Festival, attracting visitors and supporting Chinatown's economic development.
• South Cove Community Health CenterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of the 2023 Chinatown Lion Dance Parade, providing financial support for the annual Chinese New Year event.
• Tufts Medical CenterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of the 2023 Chinatown Lion Dance Parade.
• Tufts UniversityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of the 2023 Chinatown Lion Dance Parade.
• Taipei Economic & Cultural Office in BostonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of the 2023 Chinatown Lion Dance Parade.
• Overseas Community Affairs Council, Republic of China (Taiwan)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of the 2023 Chinatown Lion Dance Parade.
• United Healthcare Community PlanminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of the 2023 Chinatown Lion Dance Parade.
• Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBRA conveyed the former Josiah Quincy School building to CCBA for $1 in 1983, enabling CCBA to establish its community center. BRA also supported the development of Tai Tung Village affordable housing.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ccbaboston

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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