Christmas Shopping 2026

Since its foundation in 2013, Volunt2Thai has been working to support children, education, and cultural exchange in a rural region of Isan, in Northeast Thailand.

Over the years, we have learned that even basic school supplies can make a significant difference to children's learning opportunities. The schools in our area operate with limited budgets, while many families face financial difficulties and cannot always afford all the materials their children need.

The lack of resources is not an abstract problem. It is something we have experienced firsthand during our visits to local schools.

I still remember visiting schools where there was sometimes not even a whiteboard marker available for a teacher to write on the board.

This simple example illustrates the challenges faced by some schools in our region. Without basic teaching and learning materials, classroom activities become more difficult, and additional educational support can be severely limited.

For Volunt2Thai, notebooks, pens, pencils, and other school supplies are therefore much more than gifts. They are essential tools that help teachers teach and children learn.

Our first shopping trip to Udon Thani was an important step in preparing the materials needed for the coming year.

Providing supplies for both school terms in 2027 requires planning, time, transportation, and careful purchasing. It also involves several shopping trips to obtain the items needed for the children.

Although the process can be demanding, it brings us great satisfaction to know that these materials will be used throughout the school year.

Our goal is to offer practical support where it is needed most and help reduce some of the financial pressure on families and schools.

Children grow up quickly, their educational needs change, and their opportunities for the future are shaped by the experiences they have today. We cannot wait for every circumstance to improve before taking action.

The children need support now, while they are learning, growing, and developing their abilities.

Volunt2Thai has continued its Christmas tradition since 2013, bringing children from disadvantaged families together for a day of celebration, sharing, and community spirit.

On 28 December 2026, we plan to welcome around 180 children from three local schools to Ban Nong Kung School.

The celebration is expected to include:

• A Christmas meal and drinks

• School supplies for the 2027 school year

• Cookies and small treats

• Small presents for the children

• Sports equipment

• Music, games, and shared activities

For some children, a school meal is particularly important. For their families, receiving school supplies can ease a real financial burden. And for all the children, the celebration offers an opportunity to enjoy a special day together and feel that they are part of a caring community.

Our aim is to combine the joy of Christmas with practical support that continues to benefit the children long after the celebration has ended.

Our commitment to children does not end with Christmas.

Throughout the year, Volunt2Thai supports educational activities, cultural exchange, sports, and practical learning opportunities in cooperation with local schools and communities.

Where possible, we also help schools with rice and other groceries when food supplies run short.

As a small, family-run non-profit project, we cannot meet every need or solve every challenge faced by the children and schools in our region. However, we believe that consistent, practical support can make a meaningful difference.

Our work depends on the generosity of private supporters, sponsors, donors, friends, and volunteers who share our belief that children deserve opportunities to learn, develop their abilities, and build their own futures.

We welcome support for the Christmas celebration and our ongoing educational activities.

Practical contributions can include:

• Notebooks, pens, pencils, and other school supplies

• Food and groceries for the Christmas meal

• Drinking water and refreshments

• Cookies and small treats

• Presents for the children

• Footballs, volleyballs, and other sports equipment

• Financial contributions towards event expenses

Every contribution helps us respond to real needs in our local community.

We would like to thank Mr. Otto and Mr. Thomas, along with all our sponsors, donors, friends, and volunteers, for standing with Volunt2Thai and the children we support.

The preparations involve many hours of work, early mornings, shopping trips, and careful planning. Yet every effort has a purpose: to provide children with the materials and opportunities they need today.

After 13 years of supporting children and schools in rural Thailand, we remain committed to doing what we can, whenever and wherever support is needed.

The future of these children cannot wait. Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and build a better future.

Whatever we do – we do it for the children.