Program areas at Pearl S Buck International
International programs: expands opportunities for children and families who would otherwise be denied health care, education, livelihood, and psycho-social support by developing and delivering resources and standards of excellence to affiliates and partner agencies. The number of beneficiaries of program services in each country include: china 1,087, kenya 115, south korea 28,455, philippines 5,512, taiwan 17,819, thailand 1,317, vietnam 486. Total children and family members served 54,791.
Cultural programs: offers opportunities for International exchange, cultural awareness and diversity appreciation to equip people with the skills necessary to thrive in the 21st century. The number of beneficiaries by program area include: lunar new year participants 411, ramadan iftar 103, oktoberfest 398, global leadership 27. Total cultural program beneficiaries 939.
Pearl S. Buck house: promotes the legacy of Pearl S. Buck by preserving and interpreting her national historic landmark home to educate the public and develop cross-cultural appreciation, opportunities for children and families, and worldwide partnerships. Beneficiaries by program area include: welcome center/gift shop visitors 27,385, cultural center visitors 24,244, exhibit visitors 8,483, house tours 5,375.