TAANY is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the Taiwanese Community in the Greater New York area. Our mission is to increase cooperation amongst and protect the welfare of Taiwanese Americans; to promote and further an appreciation of the culture and ethnic heritages of Taiwan; and to promote cultural exchange between Taiwan and the United States.
Passport to Taiwan is the largest annual event organized by TAANY. It is usually held in mid to late May on NYC's Union Square in celebration of Taiwanese American Heritage Week. Held annually since 2002, it has grown steadily to become one of the largest outdoor celebrations of Taiwanese American heritage in the US, drawing more than 30,000 people in recent years.
Visitors of the event can sample a large variety of traditional Taiwanese dishes, enjoy performances by Taiwanese artists across many genres hailing from near and far, witness masters of Taiwanese arts and crafts showcase their skills, and discover information of many types about Taiwan.
