Dear Donors and Kind Supporters,

Less Than 120 Days Left to Fulfill the Hopes of 4,536 Children Awaiting Support Before June 30, 2025
 

This March 2025 marks the official end of the 2024 academic year in Thailand, as students complete their final exams. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all our generous donors for your kindness and support in providing educational opportunities to 8,464 underprivileged students through the EDF Scholarship Program this past year.

Your contribution is more than just financial aid—it is a life-changing opportunity that helps a child overcome obstacles and pursue their dreams. Your scholarship allows them to continue their education, giving them hope and the courage to aspire to a brighter future.

For the 2025 academic year, EDF has selected 9,734 underprivileged students from over 1,100 schools across 45 provinces in Thailand who have met the eligibility criteria and are now waiting for scholarship support.

Thanks to the generosity of compassionate donors like you, as of March 3, 2025, EDF has secured 5,198 scholarships—covering 53% of the selected students. However, 4,536 more scholarships are urgently needed to ensure that no child is left behind in their pursuit of a brighter future.

Scholarships Still in Need of Support:
 

Scholarship Program	Scholarships Donated	Remaining Scholarships Needed	Donate Now
Underprivileged lower secondary students	4,349	3,287	[Donate]
High-achieving lower secondary students	108	299	[Donate]
Upper secondary / Vocational students	512	483	[Donate]
Students with disabilities in inclusive education	175	271	[Donate]
Orphans in the three southern border provinces	54	196	[Donate]
Total	5,198	4,536

A Life-Changing Opportunity: From Then to Now
One of the most inspiring stories of opportunity is Patcharaporn Pakrut, a former EDF scholarship recipient. She was able to continue her lower secondary education thanks to a scholarship she received. Although she lost contact with her sponsor during upper secondary years, she never forgot the kindness she had received.

Today, that single opportunity has led her to achieve her dream of becoming a nurse. Read more about her journey here.

The Ongoing Challenge of Poverty

Poverty remains a significant barrier to education. While the government provides partial support, families still struggle with daily expenses like transportation, school meals, and other essentials. Many children are forced to drop out to help support their families, and others risk losing access to education simply due to a lack of financial resources.

With rising living costs and economic uncertainties, the situation is becoming even more severe.

EDF scholarships may not cover all expenses, but for many children, they are the last hope—a chance that can define the course of their lives.
 

How You Can Help – Less Than 120 Days Left

With 4,536 scholarships still needed, we must act now to ensure every selected student gets the support they deserve before June 30, 2025.

✅ Donate today – Every scholarship makes a difference
✅ Spread the word – Share this mission with friends and family
✅Stay Connected – Follow us to receive updates on news, events, and opportunities where you can make a difference.   edfthai   @edfthailand  @edfthai  @EDFFoundation

How You Can Donate:

1. Online Donations: Visit our English website at www.edfthai.org
2. QR Code: Scan the QR code to donate via the E-Donation system
3. Download the Donation Form: Available on our website
4. Bank Transfers: Make a donation to the "EDF Foundation (Education for Development Foundation)" account at the following banks:

SCB	Ngamwongwan Branch	Acc No.	319-2-77744-8
BBL	Bang Khen Branch	Acc No.	161-4-56698-0
KBank	Bang Khen Branch	Acc No.	070-2-45369-0
TTB	Kasetsart Univ. Branch	Acc No.	069-2-41110-1
KrungThai	Phaholyothin40 Branch	Acc No.	980-7-59891-5

To supply donation details or fund transfer evidence, request a tax-deductible receipt, or for more information, please contact the EDF Foundation’s public relations department at 02-579-9209 to 11, email [email protected], or add us on Line: @edfthai

Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and belief in the power of education.

 

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