By Tim Dunham | Project Director
Helping Thai kids get an education is not merely a matter of providing scholarship support to buy school uniforms, purchase supplies, cover transportation costs, and tuition. These are all very important and vital to keep poor children in school! But, it also takes the support and encouragement of mentors and a supportive community to encourage the students and provide guidance. So, we work very hard to make sure the children all have a mentor in their life as well as helping them connect with community resources. This is as important to the student’s success, as is financial support.
Fern is new to the Education Matters program. She is in the 8th grade and is described by those who know her as a “good kid.” Every Saturday, Fern participates in Kids Club with other Education Matters students. Not only does she attend, but she eagerly volunteers to help organize and lead activities and games for the younger students. One of her jobs is to sell snacks like Ramen noodles with a couple of her friends. These opportunities give Fern a chance to learn and grow and are also a way that she can give to others. It is also a palace where her mentor, Ms. Rawi, has the chance to give her guidance and wise advice.
We are so grateful for your financial support of this program. You are part of an indispensable team that is making a life-changing impact in the lives of many children like Fern!
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