“The Shanghai Tang Junyuan Education Foundation stands firmly on three pillars: patriotic devotion, educational excellence, and talent development. Both the Tang family and I have maintained an unwavering commitment to education throughout generations. In an era where global climate change threatens our collective future, it is imperative that we foster innovative minds, pioneer groundbreaking solutions to environmental challenges, and champion sustainable development. Through our partnership with prestigious institutions like HKUST, we aim to catalyse transformative research and forge a path toward a more sustainable and promising future for all”.

The Shanghai Tang Junyuan Education Foundation (the Foundation), named in honour of distinguished patriotic entrepreneur Tang Junyuan, is dedicated to advancing educational excellence and empowering future generations. The Foundation pursues four primary objectives: fostering educational development, inspiring youth from underprivileged backgrounds to achieve their full potential, recognizing teaching excellence, and nurturing innovative talent. Through its comprehensive initiatives, the Foundation focuses on recognizing academic excellence among students and educators; providing financial support to underprivileged students; funding transformative educational initiatives; and enhancing educational infrastructure through facility donations. With investments exceeding RMB 400 million, the Foundation has established over 140 donation projects across more than 80 educational institutions, positively impacting over 85,000 students and educators. Its extensive scholarship network spans multiple regions, creating pathways for academic achievement and professional development. The Foundation’s exceptional contributions to education and social welfare have earned prestigious recognition, including the "Shanghai Charity Award” and the designation as an "Advanced Social Organization in Shanghai”.