The program provides funds for individuals to travel to China in the pursuit of personal interests and visions related to China. Almost any subject matter is viable. The Foundation particularly encourages applications from people who never before considered themselves likely candidates for grant awards.
Originality is rewarded.
The Foundation is looking for individuals who will apply their creativity to new and unusual efforts. Individual projects are preferred over group projects. The Foundation looks for projects that relate to personal interests, abilities and aspirations. They will not support projects that relate directly or enhance individuals' careers.