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Dear Donors and Kind Supporters,

“Less than 15 days left to give hope to 2,732 children who are at risk of dropping out of school—unless they receive help before June 30, 2025.”

Since the start of the first semester of the 2025 academic year in mid-May, the Equitable Education Fund (EEF) has revealed a deeply concerning statistic: approximately 880,000 children in Thailand have already dropped out of school, primarily due to poverty.

Although the government has provided support in various areas, many essential expenses remain uncovered, such as transportation to school, lunch for secondary students, learning materials, and other necessary education-related costs. As a result, many underprivileged children still face serious barriers to continuing their education.

For the current progress of EDF Foundation's 2025 Scholarship Program, we have so far confirmed the first batch of 7,002 scholarship recipients, representing 72% of the 9,734 students selected to receive assistance this year. These students are now in the process of verifying their school enrollment and preparing the required documents to receive their scholarships..

However, as of June 17, 2025, more than a month after the school term began, there are still 2,732 children—about 28%—who have yet to receive a sponsor. These children are at serious risk of having to drop out of school simply because their families cannot afford basic education costs.

They urgently need your support before June 30, 2025, to continue their education and move one step closer to achieving their dreams.

Summary of Students Still Awaiting Scholarships (as of June 17, 2025)

 

Scholarship Program

Scholarships Donated
Remaining Scholarships Needed Donate Now
Underprivileged lower secondary students 5,642 1,994
[Donate]
High-achieving lower secondary students 165 242
[Donate]
Upper secondary / Vocational students 836 159
[Donate]
Students with disabilities in inclusive education  262 184
[Donate]
Orphans in the three southern border provinces 97 153
[Donate]
Total 7,002 2,732  

“In the worst of times, underprivileged children are the ones who suffer the most.”

The ongoing economic challenges—rising inflation, higher living costs, and declining income—are affecting us all. But for families already living in poverty, this situation represents a “crisis within a crisis.” Their limited income now stretches even less, while expenses for food, transportation, and their children’s education continue to climb.

Why Scholarships Matter—Especially Now

Thousands of underprivileged and disadvantaged children are at risk of dropping out of school to help support their families. Survival takes priority over dreams. Without support, these children may be forced to abandon their education, perpetuating the cycle of poverty for another generation.

We understand that this is not an easy time for anyone.

But in a world that is becoming increasingly harsh for those with the least, your donation may be the only thing that helps a child regain hope for their future.

Less Than 15 Days Left!

We stull have time until June 30, 2025, to raise enough funds to ensure that every student can return to school this academic year.
 

We invite you to be part of this life-changing opportunity by sponsoring an education scholarship for a child in need through the EDF Foundation.


Donate today – Every scholarship makes a difference
Spread the word – Share this mission with friends and family
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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
 


For Additional Information

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 believing in the power of opportunity. Thank you for keeping hope alive for these children.


 
 
Sincerly yours,
Sunphet Nilrat
EDF Managing Director

 









 

Remarks:
  1. EDF is a registered charitable organization No.255, All donation can be tax deductible to the full extent allowed by Thai law.
  2. The donation period for the school year 2025 starts from July 1st, 2024 to June 30th, 2025
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