The Japanese Government Poured Out Aid to the Tsunami-Affected Survivors
On 26 January 2005, the Japanese Government donated 9.3 million Baht to help revitalize the living conditions of the affected survivors in Ranong, Phangnga, Phuket and Krabi under “Aid to the Catastrophe Victims in the Southern Provinces” through World Vision Foundation of Thailand. A signed agreement was made between Mr. Atsushi Tokinoya, Ambassador of Japan to Thailand and Mr. Chusak Wuthiwaropas, Executive Director of World Vision Foundation of Thailand. The funds will be used to construct and provide temporary shelters, bathrooms, latrines, water tanks, kitchen utensils, fishing nets for the fishermen, materials for the schools and temporary schools for the students.
HKC and Bird Joined Hands to Help the Tsunami Tragedy
On 8 January 2005, HKC International (Thailand) Ltd. and Bird International Ltd. held a “Thank You Dealer Party” and launched the latest mobile phone at Anorma Hotel. As a way to repay the society, these companies donated 1 million Baht to help the tsunami-affected victims through World Vision Foundation of Thailand.
Photo caption: Mr. Hubert Chan (right) and Mr. Wong Kin Ping (left) presented the checks to Mr. Chusak Wuthiwaropas, Executive Director of WVFT.
Khon Kaen Came Together in a Fund-Raising Concert for the Tsunami Victims
On 28 January 2005, World Vision Foundation of Thailand, as the main organizer planned a charity concert to raise funds for the tsunami survivors at Beung Kaen Nakorn, Khon Kaen. A host of local artists, singers and musicians, radio station DJs, government offices, private business enterprises and Khon Kaen people participated in this special event. Souvenirs were also on sale as well as setting up booths in Fairy and Big C department stores. A total sum of 360,000 Baht was raised from these various initiatives.
A Multi-Purpose Center for Young Tribal Children
Ms. Khiesthieyarchai Threeakevichiti, President and CEO of Mangpong Public Co., Ltd. and Mr. Ekaichai Uekrongtham, Head of Creative and Development of GMM Grammy Public Co., Ltd. presided over the presentation ceremony of the multi-purpose center. The width of the building is 10 meters and the length 20 meters. The cost of construction is 180,000 Baht. The center is handed over to Ban Payapipak School, Chiang Rai under the supervision of WVFT. Mr. Chokdee Amornwat, district official of Kunthan was the acting representative in receiving the gift.
Mangpong Public Co., Ltd. also offered 10 scholarships to students at 1,000 Baht each, blankets and sports equipment. Some well-known film producers and 2 actors, Mr. Prinya and Mr. Adsani gave out sweets, toys and stationery to students and children in the community.
Leading Companies Participated in Milk Distribution to Tsunami Children
Ever since the fateful day in December of 2004, World Vision Foundation of Thailand is the first organization to respond to the disaster by its quick delivery of relief goods to the tsunami victims. The tidal waves have left a trail of destruction in their wake and stripped away everything from the victims. The surviving families and children are left helpless. WVFT appealed to leading companies to procure milk for the affected children. In this crisis, the children would still have milk to drink continuously for at least 3 months from January to March 2005. Powdered milk for 1,156 children under 5 months and UHT milk for 5,165 children over 5 months to 6 years were obtained. Companies such as Domnern Somgiat Boonma Co., Ltd. and Earth Care Co., Ltd. took part in this activity.
Photo caption: Mr. Rutorn Nopakun, Managing Director of Domnern Somgiat Boonma Co., Ltd. donated 110,000 Baht. Additionally, he also gave 130,000 out of his personal savings to build a permanent home for the victims.
Photo caption: Ms. Somsri Sommativong, General Manager of Earth Care Co., Ltd. donated 100,000 Baht to obtain milk for the affected children.
Robinson Initiated Great Campaigns
Robinson Department Store partnered with WVFT in organizing a charity event to help underprivileged children under a campaign called “Inspired Gifts.” Since New Year's Day to national Children's Day, an appeal was made for the general public to donate second-hand toys for little children in Thailand to the nearest Robinson branch either in Bangkok or the province. Special consideration was given to children down South who need encouragement from us. WVFT distributed xxxxxxx toys to children living in the project areas across Thailand.
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