Educate at-risk girls, end poverty cycle: Thailand

December Good News

Dhammajarinee extends its heartfelt gratitude to all who have given so generously—both in the past and in recent weeks—to our Annual Fundraising Drive. Thanks to your kindness, we are now just $18,000 away from reaching our $40,000 goal for this year. This beautiful season reminds us that there is no better time to offer a Christmas gift to the world—one that nurtures hope, education, and loving care.

For those generous hearts who are able, we warmly invite you to make a year-end gift here.

Bhutan Delegation Visits Dhammajarinee

Dhammajarinee was honored to welcome a delegation from the Kingdom of Bhutan. The delegation included Mr. Sangay Dawa, the procurement manager for Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airways, together with teachers and students from the Tongsa Penlop Inspire Program 2025. The Tongsa Penlop Inspire Program aims to provide enriching experiences for less-privileged students and teachers from remote schools across Bhutan, inspiring them through sponsored excursions to selected Drukair destinations during their school holidays.

It was a lively exchange as the delegation toured various facilities, observed the STEM education program, and took part in hands-on learning activities, including traditional Thai dessert making.  The goal of the visit was to provide a meaningful opportunity for mutual learning, knowledge exchange, and the strengthening of future educational collaboration.

Futsal Team Claims Championship Title

The Dhammajarinee futsal team traveled to Samut Prakan, south of Bangkok, to compete in the Women’s Open Futsal Tournament, facing six teams in total. Through their dedicated coaches, and the student’s determination, discipline, and outstanding teamwork, they secured victories of 4–0, 9–0, and 3–1 to claim the 1st-place championship.

Rewriting Their Future

If you have signed up for our Thaischool.org newsletter you have received this heartfelt, insightful and eloquently expressed article by William Aura, who is the Asian Program Director for Asha Foundation for Humanity. 

For all our GlobalGiving donors, and receivers of our newsletter who have not had a chance during this busy season to read the full article, don’t miss this uplifting opportunity that will give you real hope and joy in this holiday season. Personally, I was impressed and inspired by how deeply William grasped the essence of what Dhammajarinee is providing to over 1000 underserved girls.

“For nearly 3 decades, my life’s work has been in the trenches of social action in Southeast Asia. I've spent significant time in Thailand, Nepal, India, Bangladesh, and Tibet… I thought I knew what success in this work looked like. I was wrong.  What I witnessed at the Dhammajarinee Witthaya School in Thailand did more than move me - it transformed my understanding of what is possible.”

Please enjoy the full article here, and if you feel moved to do so, share it with your friends, so this powerful story of transformation can reach others who might resonate with our work.

Dhammajarinee extends heartfelt wishes for a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year to all our cherished donors. Thank you for helping us build Dhammajarinee’s legacy of hope and transformation for underserved girls.

A Message of Gratitude and Hope from Dhammajarinee

As we celebrate this holiday season, over 1,000 underserved girls, along with the dedicated faculty and administration of Dhammajarinee, want to express our heartfelt thanks to you. Your support has illuminated their journey and made an incredible impact in their lives!

Reflecting on an Exceptional Year of Growth and Opportunity

The year 2025 has been a remarkable chapter for us, filled with achievements that inspire hope and pave the way for a brighter future:

• Innovation in Action: Our recent two-week STEM workshop ignited a passion for technology among our students, leading to the birth of a vibrant robotics club.
• Celebrating Achievement: Students proudly won dozens of awards, with many of our talented girls earning first-place honors at national and regional competitions across various fields.
• Musical Harmony: With 880 Dhammajarinee students now playing musical instruments, creativity flourishes in every corner of our school.
• Future Leaders: We celebrated the graduation of 44 remarkable young women, with over half pursuing exciting careers in STEM.
• Empowering Educators: A dedicated STEM training workshop was held for our faculty, equipping them to nurture the next generation of innovators.
• A World of Opportunities: New clubs and electives have blossomed, alongside numerous workshops led by extraordinary leaders, empowering our girls in personal and career development.
• Equipped for Tomorrow: Our students received comprehensive STEM and AI training, ensuring they are well-prepared for the challenges ahead.
• Creative Expression: New sports programs and arts initiatives have given our girls the chance to explore their interests and talents.
• Unfolding Potential: Through established stress management programs of meditation and yoga, our girls are cultivating resilience, confidence, and mental potential.

Dhammajarinee Needs Your Support

As we approach the close of the year, we invite you to join us once more in our mission. Your continued generosity is crucial as we strive to meet our essential funding needs for student expenses.

Exciting News: Giving Tuesday is Just Around the Corner!

On December 2, 2025, we have a unique 36-hour opportunity to maximize your kindness! GlobalGiving will provide an incentive bonus to all donations—big and small—up to $2,500 per individual donor.

This means your generous gift can go even further in changing lives.

This year, we aim to raise $40,000 by year’s end, which will directly support our girls with safe housing, nourishing food, and an education that unlocks their limitless potential. Every girl's living expense relies entirely on the kindness of donors like you. 

Mark Your Calendars for December 2 !

• US Eastern Standard Time (EST): Starts 00:01 a.m. December 2
• Central Europe: Starts at 6:00 a.m. December 2
• Thailand: Starts at 12:00 noon December 2

For our supporters in the USA, remember to consider the potential changes in tax laws for 2026. By accelerating your gifts in 2025, you may make a significant impact this year before any further new regulations on charitable deductions take effect.

Keep an eye out for our reminder notice on Giving Tuesday, December 2.

Your support means their success!