Our Story
Built for every child's future — on the world's most prestigious stage.
Founder's Story
US STREAM International Inc. was founded by a Korean-American immigrant who understood firsthand what it means to navigate a new culture, find your voice in a new language, and work twice as hard to be seen. That personal experience became a mission.
The idea was simple but radical: bring underserved children — many from immigrant families just like the founder's own — onto one of the world's greatest stages, free of charge. Not as spectators. As performers. As speakers. As leaders.
Since our first event in 2023, US STREAM has grown from a vision into an annual tradition, bringing students from New York's most underserved communities to a world-class venue each year around a meaningful historical theme. Every event sends the same message to every child who walks through those doors: You belong here.
US STREAM International Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering K-12 students — particularly those from underserved communities — through international speech competitions and multicultural arts festivals. We foster communication skills, leadership, and cross-cultural understanding, bridging the gap in access to high-quality arts and STREAM education.
We envision a world where every child, regardless of socioeconomic background or geographic location, has the platform to share their voice on the world's most prestigious stages. We strive to bridge the gap in access to elite educational opportunities, fostering a community of confident, culturally aware global citizens.
How We Create Change
Our model is built on a proven insight: prestige creates motivation. When a child knows they will stand on a world-class stage, they work harder, write more carefully, and practice with more dedication than any homework assignment could inspire.
The promise of performing at a legendary concert venue gives students a reason to excel that transcends grades. It creates aspiration, pride, and a sense of possibility.
Through English speech competitions and multicultural arts, students develop research skills, critical thinking, linguistic courage, and cultural pride — all at once.
We inspire parents, schools, and communities to rally around student growth, creating a network of support that extends far beyond the event itself.
Students who complete the program demonstrate measurable gains in confidence, public speaking ability, and cross-cultural understanding — skills they carry for life.
Our People
Korean-American Immigrant Leader
Driven by personal experience as an immigrant navigating American culture, our founder established US STREAM to ensure every child — regardless of background — has access to transformative arts education and a world-class stage.
Arts & Curriculum
Oversees bilingual arts curriculum development, STREAM workshop design, and coordination with partner schools across the New York metropolitan area.
Partnerships & Families
Builds and maintains relationships with schools, community organizations, and families across Korean, African-American, Latino, South Asian, and Chinese-American communities.
Accountability & Trust
We are committed to the highest standards of accountability. Our programs are made possible through the generous support of donors, corporate sponsors, and grants.
Fully registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the IRS. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Student information is provided by parents or guardians, and we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13. Student photos and videos are shared only with signed parent/guardian consent.
Officially classified under Arts and Culture. Contributions support student participation, curriculum materials, and event costs.
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In the News
Front-page photo coverage of our 2025 iSpeechMaster Award Ceremony & Arts Festival at Carnegie Hall (Feb 27, 2025), following a full-page festival announcement with The Korea Times as Special Sponsor (Feb 20, 2025).
Our 2025 Arts & Cultural Festival appeared on Carnegie Hall's official event calendar, presented by US STREAM International Inc., on Friday, February 21, 2025 at Zankel Hall.
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