Lin Sing Association

The Lin Sing Association (Chinese: 聯成公所) is a Chinese American organization. The goals of the association are to improve the rights and welfare of its members.[1]

History

The Lin Sing Association was established in 1900. Initially, the association rented the top floor of 13 Pell Street, Chinatown, New York as their headquarters. On June 26, 1925, after raising over 70,000 dollars, the association purchased 45-49 Mott Street and moved its headquarters to its current location in 47-49 Mott Street.[1]

Members

The Lin Sing Association is made up of 18 separate organizations.[1] They are:

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