On 30 June, a team of “Bangkokvanguards” and the “World Bank SARVP Retreat” presented survival bags and ice cream to DPF’s elderly members. The team was led by Mr. Michael Biedassek. Representatives of the elderly people showed their appreciation by singing songs and expressing their gratitude to th

On May 9, the DPF organized its annual scholarship presentation ceremony for poor children. Ms. Benja Intarawongchote (Director of Klong Toey District Office) honored proceedings acting as ceremony chairperson. The event opened with a traditional dance performance, and was followed by a video on fou

The fourth group of Thai youths from our “Care-Givers for the Elderly Project” flew out to Japan on 9 May to begin work at retirement homes in Japan. Six students were involved this time (3 high school and 3 graduated university students) and they were farewelled by Khru Prateep, DPF staff and the s

On May 2, CEO Mr. Charoen Phosamritlert and KPMG (Thailand) Ltd. staff visited the Duang Prateep Foundation to present new scholarships to 136 of our students, from kindergarten to university level. This the fifth year for scholarship support for poor students from the company, which is part of thei

On 29 and 30 April, DPF supporter, Mr. Gary Kaplan, met with the victims of the fire that destroyed their houses in the Pattana Mai community. More than 30 houses were destroyed and over 100 people left homeless. Mr. Kaplan generously took the children and their parents to buy essential things that

On April 27, Khru Prateep went to inspect the conditions following the fire in the Pattana Mai community. Khru met with the victims of the fire and community leaders. She issued an appeal, saying urgent help is needed for those left homeless.