The Chinthe FuND
ISY supports three service organizations. All of these have Service Learning student support clubs associated with them. Each year ISY raises money for the Chinthe Fund which is then equally distributed to our three partners.
ISY PARTNER PROJECTS
ISY supports three service organizations. All of these have Service Learning student support clubs associated with them. Each year ISY raises money for the Chinthe Fund which is then equally distributed to our three partners.
Yangon Animal Shelter
A few years ago a teacher at ISY, Terryl Just, began a small animal shelter to take care of some of the street dogs seen all over Yangon. From a small beginning that shelter grew to an organization that now cares for over 600 dogs. ISY has had a Service Learning student group for a number of years helping the shelter to raise the funds it needs to care for so many dogs. The students help out at the shelter by feeding the dogs, exercising them and cleaning them.
Each year a calendar is produced showing great photos of the dogs photographed by students and sold at ISY events to help raise money for this great charity. Donations go towards food, staffing and veterinary costs.
Find out more on the Yangon Animal Shelter website.
Care to the Least Center
ISY has had a long standing relationship with the Care to the Least Center. This organization is an orphanage based in Yangon.
As part of our Service Learning program, ISY students have regularly engaged with children from the center in recreational activities. ISY after school service learning clubs have also collected and donated second hand clothes and games for the children.
In 2020-21, funds from ISY’s sustainability fund were used to build a girl’s dormitory for the organization. Funds donated would be used to support additional building projects. Find out more on the Care to the Least Center Facebook page.
Click here to view the Care to the Least CLC Documentary Video.
Kalihtaw School
The newest service organization partner is Kalihtaw School which is situated about 2 hours drive north of Yangon. The school is part of the monastic system of schools and has about 35 students. Most of the students are of elementary echool age but there are a few secondary school students attending as well.
Service Learning groups dedicated to SDG 4 – Access to Education are already working on ideas on how this partnership can create service learning opportunities for our students. To see updates on the initiatives happening with this school, please visit our Service Learning blog.
DONATING AT ISY
Learn how to top up your payment card and how to make donations here.
DONATING IF NOT AN ISY COMMUNITY MEMBER
Go to the payments page which gives a direct link to the payment portal. On the payment portal, fill in the form and select the ‘Payment Code’ drop down menu and select ‘The Chinthe Fund’.
Service Learning News
Kalitaw School: A Journey of Hope and Connection
Discover the inspiring journey of Chinthe Fund Elementary Group students as they connect with Kalitaw School. From sharing meals and creating a documentary to bonding over games, this partnership highlights hope, friendship, and the power of education.
Pop up some Service!
Friday lunchtimes are when crowds of students huddle around the popcorn machine, waiting for bags of fresh and irresistible popcorn. With every munch and crunch, delicious flavors including sweet, salt, chocolate and cheese burst into your mouth – an absolute flavor sensation! Not to mention that a donation to the Chinthe Fund is made with every pop!
Bright Smiles
The bright smiles around campus were unmistakable! Thanks to Evergreen Dental Care’s generous support, 52 children from ISY’s Chinthe Fund partners, Kalitaw school and the Care to the Least Center (CLC), enjoyed free dental treatment and a joyful day at ISY.
One Plastic Bag At A Time
The Green Initiative service learning group initiated a new project called EcoLab, which aimed to make our campus greener and reduce waste. EcoLab is taking bold steps towards sustainability, starting with our upcoming project to explore introducing biodegradable plastic bags.
Accelerating Action
March 8th. A day to celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women all around the world. International Women’s Day is a reminder of the progress made on the journey for equality. For this year’s International Women’s Day, ISY service learning group Hnin Si, took the lead by organizing impactful events.
A Shot at a Healthier Future
The Myanmar Children Healthcare Project (MCHP) reached another milestone on their journey to making a difference in healthcare, starting with Tha Thana Gone Yi Monastery School. The goal of MCHP is to provide vaccinations and health education to partner organizations and increase awareness about the importance of vaccinations in preventing disease.
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Yangon, Myanmar
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