About Us

The Asian Cultural Council is the only organization in the world devoted to supporting cultural exchange in the visual and performing arts between Asia, the United States and among the countries of Asia.

Since our establishment in 1963 by John D. Rockefeller 3rd, the ACC has awarded approximately 6000 grants to arts institutions and arts professionals— many who have become leaders and pioneers in their field.

Headquartered in New York City, ACC maintains offices in Hong Kong, Tokyo, Manila and Taipei.

In 1987, ACC HK was established with support from local funding partners and has played a key role in the development of the arts and cultural leadership in China.

With 500 ACC fellowships awarded to arts professionals and institutions collectively from HK and other cities in China, many of these ACC alumni have become leaders in their fields. We have also engaged and expanded partnerships with local organizations and institutions to build networks for international dialogue and arts advocacy.

We work together with the ACC Hong Kong Friends’ Committee which is currently led by Chairman Mr. Hans Michael Jebsen, Vice Chairman Lady Ivy Wu and Honorary Chairman Kenneth H.C. Fung.

We implement custom-tailored educational programs based on the goals and aspirations of the arts professionals and institutions we support. Our experienced program staff provides personalized guidance, resources and contacts in the U.S. and Asia that are inaccessible to most visitors.

We are an organization in partnership with thousands of creative individuals, art institutions and philanthropists built over five decades of experience. Open to the synergetic potential of our community, we establish relationships with our alumni that go beyond the duration of their grant and facilitate vital connections in the arts.