Purpose & Mission

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The Foremost Foundation was created by Dr. James Si-Cheng Chao and Mrs. Ruth Mulan Chu Chao. Their work continues today throughout the family with the single most important goal of the organization to help young people access higher education and greater opportunities.

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About the Foundation

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The Foremost Foundation was established through the generosity of Foremost Group, founded by Dr. James Si-Cheng Chao and Mrs. Ruth Mulan Chu Chao. Dr. Chao remains as Founder and Chairman of Foremost Group to this day.

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Selected Gifts

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The Foremost Foundation generously funds projects that promote access to education, healthcare provision and research, and the enhancement of U.S.-China relations. Below you will find detailed information on and background to some of the key initiatives funded by the Foundation.

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The Foremost Foundation was established through the generosity of Foremost Group - an international shipping and transportation company founded by Dr. James Si-Cheng Chao and Mrs. Ruth Mulan Chu Chao.

Dr. Chao remains as Founder and Chairman of Foremost Group to this day.

The Chao Family

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Dr. James S.C. Chao

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Ruth Mulan Chu Chao

Foundation News

The Foremost Foundation Recent News and Events
October 24, 2025
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Webb Institute Honors Global Maritime Leader Dr. James S.C. Chao with Honorary Doctorate

Webb Institute Glen Cove, New York October 24, 2025 Webb Institute proudly awarded Dr. James S.C. Chao, Founder and Chairman of the Foremost Group, an Honorary […]
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October 15, 2025
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Introduction by Ambassador Caroline Kennedy in Presenting Asia Society Game Changers Award to Dr. James S. C. Chao & Secretary Elaine Chao

Asia Society Cipriani 25 Broadway, New York October 15, 2025 Watch Video at: The Honorable Elaine Chao and Dr. James S.C. Chao Accept 2025 Asia Game […]
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October 11, 2025
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Coast Guard Foundation Event in NYC Honors Dr. James S.C. Chao and Coast Guard, Features Keynote by Elaine Chao

The Coast Guard Foundation’s New York Salutes the Coast Guard dinner honored maritime leader Dr. James S.C. Chao and the crew of Cutter William Chadwick, with […]
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September 19, 2025
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Remarks by Dr. James S. C. Chao, LEGACY AWARD HONOREE, at National ACE Annual Gala

New York, New York September 19, 2025 National ACE 2025 Conference Recap: https://www.nationalace.org/news/2025-conference-press-release Thank you for this wonderful award. I understand that there are many entrepreneurs […]
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