James Chen

#Philanthropist with a focus on vision correction and early childhood literacy. Founder of the Chen Yet-Sen Family Foundation, @ClearlyWorld and @VFANUK.

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

A very worthwhile cause. Pleased to support Lowri and this campaign on #WorldSightDay.

[LowriMoore @lowri_moore]

I’ve tried to find emojis that look like me but there’s only a nerd 🤓 a granny 👵 or a teacher 👩‍🏫. We need some positive emojis with #GlassesOn! For #WorldSightDay I’ve sent a letter to big tech to ask for better representation @mark_e_davis @unicode @Apple @facebook @Google

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

Is @elonmusk a #philanthropist? Does @Twitter make the world a better place?

I wrote a feature for @Fortune about how Elon Musk can leverage Twitter to follow through on his pledge to “do good for the future of humanity”. Read here:

https://t.co/8Uc9dG2MR0

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

It’s alarming that one in 11 children in the UK don’t have access to books in their home. Equipping parents with ways to instil enthusiasm for reading is vital to improving #literacy skills. At @bmabhk we’ve been doing just that for 14+ years https://t.co/fpKSuvKOti

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

I'm always impressed by Mackenzie Scott's generosity & giving. But her approach is closer to charity than strategic #philanthropy.

Given the scale of the issues we face globally, donations alone won’t bring the systemic change we need.

https://t.co/rdZAjzCKC2

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

Late last year, I had the privilege of participating in the @FT #WealthManagementSummit, chaired by @elisa_trovato.

Read more about my view that the desire invest with purpose opens a path for #MillennialInvestors to become #MoonshotPhilanthropists:
https://t.co/Vq3qdn1i79

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

“Philanthropists will be the key to #pandemic prevention.”

Delighted to have shared the importance of #MoonshotPhilanthropy in funding risky, future-facing projects with @worthmag.

https://t.co/jFFOyjE4r4

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

In #philanthropy “passion matters as much as strategy – it’s not just about writing checks, but about utilising your skills and risk-taking mindset to create impact.”

I loved meeting @LindaLacina and discussing my journey in vision correction for @wef:

https://t.co/fk5lPa6BnQ

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

Delighted that @SCMPNews' @RuthShapiroCAPS has named #HongKong Asia’s #philanthropy hub – a wonderful acknowledgment. Surrounding yourself with brilliant minds finding ways to solve pressing problems is just one of the reasons to visit, live or work in HK.
https://t.co/zeJLyduroE

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

Wishing you and your loved ones a peaceful, healthy and happy Year of the Tiger!

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

A fantastic insight from @reneedkaplan and @act4all on maximising impact in #philanthropy – “The most powerful social change comes from #CollaborativeAction.”

https://t.co/eQz5lF6P6N

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

Great to read about @AmericanCancer leveraging a #VentureCapital approach in its charitable work.

Embracing risk to maximise impact is absolutely the right approach, and #philanthropists should take note.

https://t.co/WXacYID0Mo

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

Valuable advice for #NextGen philanthropists from @worthmag: “learning—like philanthropy itself—takes time.”

My philanthropic journey began with a passion for #eyecare; and developed into domain expertise through patience, research and #RiskTaking.

https://t.co/LKKVwMljyQ

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

As @frankmengert writes, success in #business requires calculating and taking risks.

But traditional #philanthropy avoids this familiar strategy.

In 2022, I hope to see more philanthropists back #OutOfTheBox ideas that can lead to radical change.

https://t.co/MXmRSSgTYU

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

Happy New Year!

Let’s raise a glass to another year of achievement and perseverance. May #2022 bring happiness and health to us all.

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

#MerryChristmas! 

With the holidays fast approaching, I hope you and your loved ones enjoy festive and safe celebrations. Wishing you much happiness and good cheer.

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

I agree with @stuartbuck1 - #philanthropists should strive to maximise feedback from partners and collaborators.

My greatest philanthropic successes were kicked off by setbacks - open feedback is the first step to making the right adjustments.

https://t.co/4v59ON5N1H

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

“#MoonshotPhilanthropy may be the only way to attain the better world we seek.”

Great to contribute to @BDeBo’s column in the @denverpost. Philanthropists have the responsibility to back the risky, innovative ideas that can drive change.

https://t.co/OAEJxZ0WrM

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

Today’s ‘#givingscape’, according to @p2173, is full of ‘opportunities to give time, effort, and money’, meaning it's open to everyone.

This is true at every level of #philanthropy – it starts with listening to experts and those you’re trying to help.

https://t.co/bjOOUnOIOb

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

What an honour to be named among Asia’s Most Influential by @TatlerAsia.

Proud to be alongside some incredible #disrupters, #entrepreneurs and #philanthropists who are creating a positive impact in the region and beyond.

https://t.co/ABHj263Mcv

[James Chen @James_Clearly]

"Providing safe spaces for the next generation to stretch their imagination is critical” 

@MarcusRashford & @Burberry have joined forces to start an education programme that will promote literacy and encourage creativity

#EducationForAll #BringMeABook

https://t.co/xOV5bodImz