Nonprofit · EIN 99-2269057
CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO
Also known as CSSA UCSD
Tax-exempt · LA JOLLA, CA 92093
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 30, 2025 | 990-EZ | $123,268 | $99,601 | $23,667 | $24,067 | $0 | $24,067 |
| April 30, 2024 | 990-EZ | $400 | $0 | $400 | $400 | $0 | $400 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended April 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $123,268
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $23,000
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $2,250
- Printing, publications and postage
- $244
- Other expenses
- $74,107
- Program services (functional)
- $73,610
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $400
- Total assets, end of year
- $24,067
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $24,067
- Cash, savings and investments
- $24,067
- Gross receipts
- $123,268
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990-EZ for the year ended April 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haotong Wu | Prseident | 5 | $0 |
| Wenjie Chen | Vice President | 5 | $0 |
| Christine Wu | Treasurer | 5 | $0 |
| Zhihao Xiao | Secretary | 5 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended April 30, 2024: 4 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haotong Wu | Prseident | 5 | $0 |
| Wenjie Chen | Vice President | 5 | $0 |
| Christine Wu | Treasurer | 5 | $0 |
| Zhihao Xiao | Secretary | 5 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 9500 GILMAN DRIVE MC 0078, LA JOLLA, CA 92093-0078
- In care of
- % CHRISTINE WU
- Signed the 990-EZ
- HAOTONG WU, PRESIDENT
- Phone
- (949) 617-1777
- Website
- cssa-ucsd.org
- Return prepared by
- MAY Consulting PLLC
California records
California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 99-2269057 or by the name CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO.
- Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers
- Registration status and filed reports (CT-TR-1, RRF-1)
- Secretary of State, bizfile Online
- Corporation status, entity number, agent for service
- Franchise Tax Board
- Entity status letter (state tax exemption, good standing)
Mission
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.
Program accomplishments
- 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.Expenses $39,494
- 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.Expenses $13,188
- 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.Expenses $6,862
- 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.Expenses $14,066
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in April, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | April 30, 2026 | September 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | April 30, 2025 | September 15, 2025 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2023 | April 30, 2024 | September 16, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 99-2269057
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2024
- Accounting year ends
- April
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Education (B80)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $24,067
- Income (IRS master file)
- $123,268
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | April 2025 | $123,268 | $99,601 | $24,067 | XML |
| 990-EZ | April 2024 | $400 | $0 | $400 | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 99-2269057).
Questions about CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO
- What is the EIN of CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO is 99-2269057.
- Is CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2024.
- Are donations to CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending April 30, 2026) is due September 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended April 2025.
- Who are the officers and directors of CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended April 30, 2025 lists 4 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does CHINESE STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION AT UC SAN DIEGO have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended April 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $123,268, expenses of $99,601 and total assets of $24,067 at year end.
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