Mission Statement
The primary purpose of OTEFE Foundation, Inc. (“OTEFE”) is to assist financially needy Korean American students (regardless of citizenship status), overseas Korean students, or other students (non-Korean students who have shown a strong commitment to the betterment of the Korean community) who are faced with financial hardships to pursue their educational dreams at U.S. universities (4-year) or U.S. graduate and professional schools so they can later give back to and better their respective Korean communities.”
OTEFE Foundation, Inc.’s Philosophy
OTEFE was founded on the belief that education is a stepping stone for individuals to succeed in life. OTEFE also believes that what one does with the education he or she receives is just as important as obtaining a top-notch education. Commitment to one’s
community and “giving back to the community” are the key goals of OTEFE’s educational drive. Through education, one can develop and maximize one’s intellect, knowledge , wisdom and skills to help his/her community members and mankind in general.
community and “giving back to the community” are the key goals of OTEFE’s educational drive. Through education, one can develop and maximize one’s intellect, knowledge , wisdom and skills to help his/her community members and mankind in general.