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School for Kids in Laos

your help makes all the difference

 
 
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Current Donations Collected:

$34, 176 CAD*


Project#12: Huay Kayeng Primary School

A 3-classroom building & office and essential facilities

Estimated cost: $60,000 CAD*

Thank you!


Dear Esteemed Donors,

We are thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation to you for the upcoming Inaugurations of two remarkable educational institutions: the Khonevat Primary School in Longxan district, Xaysomboun province, and the Phoxaykhoun Secondary School in Xonnaboury district, Savannakhet province. These momentous events are scheduled for December 5th and December 7th, 2023, respectively.

Your extraordinary generosity has played a pivotal role in bringing these visions to life, transforming these schools into fully furnished, permanent learning facilities. It is with great honor that we invite you to join us for these special occasions, where we will celebrate the impact of your support.

The inaugural ceremonies will be held on December 5th and December 7th, 2023, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the students and communities involved. Your unwavering commitment to education is actively shaping the future, and we are excited to share this significant milestone with you.

Warm regards



School for Kids in Laos (SKL) is thrilled to announce the official inaugurations of:

-the elementary school of Khonevat (5 classes for 150 students)
and
-the secondary school of Phoxaykhoun (7 classes for 210 students).

Many sincere thanks to our generous donors. You made a difference helping to build a future for the children in Laos.
We will keep you informed about any future project.
Best wishes to all of you for the holidays.  

 

Project #10: Khonevat Primary School

For Project Number 10 we are heading to Xaysomboun province: Khonevat village is located within the Longxan district and is approximately 250 km northwest of Vientiane. Ban Khonevat has a population of 2,939 with 517 households made up of 75% ethnic Hmong, 10% Mien and 15% other ethnic groups including lower land Lao.

Khonevat primary school currently has 381 students from Grade 1 to 5 mostly of the Hmong and Mien ethnic minorities. There are two school buildings one of which is in such bad repair that it cannot be used. That means 201 students are forced to attend schools in neighboring villages.

Working with the local community SKL will build a new school which will include 5 classrooms, furniture, clean water supply, electricity and sanitary washrooms for all 381 students. 

Total cost is estimated at $85,000. With our new cost-sharing approach with Khonevat and neighboring villages, local business and stakeholders, we estimate our share of the cost will be approximately $45,000. Stay tuned for further details and photos.

After 90% of funding has been reached SKL Inc. was delighted to announce that the construction of the 5-classroom complex Khonevat Primary School has started!



Project #11: Phoxaykhoun Secondary School

Phaxaykhoun village, Xonnaboury district, Savannakhet province is located 600 km Southeast of Vientiane. It’s one of the most underserved regions of Laos. 

Phaxaykhoun secondary school, a 7-10 classroom project, with current enrollment of 235, is a collaboration with 9 villages with a combined population of 7,873 inhabitants; and a small group of local professionals and businesses. This collaborative team approach speaks volumes about the commitment of the local community. 

With our new cost-sharing approach SKL’s share of the cost of this fully furnished school project with clean water supply, sanitary washrooms, and electricity is estimated to be between $55,000 to $65,000. 

With this new cost-sharing approach combine with enthusiastic local participation and your support we at are optimistic we can give students a brighter future to hope for!


TRANSFORM LIVES WITH YOUR DONATION

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Our schools

Together we can give the children of Laos a brighter future

Tha Champa

Completed 2008

Pakxoun

Completed 2013

Kangxé

Completed 2018

Non Somboun

Completed 2010

Viengkham

Completed 2015

Non Chung

Completed 2019

Kava

Completed 2012

Na Chantai

Completed 2016

Na Yè

Completed 2018


our contributors

We are grateful to the businesses, foundations, and organizations that support SKL through financial contributions, fundraising events and sponsorships.

  • CP Loewen Family Foundation

  • Manitoba Council for International Cooperation (MCIC) www.mcic.ca

  • McAdam Foundation

  • Phouvong Jewelry

  • The Hastings Family

  • The Philanthropic Foundation, Washington D.C.

  • Singapore Millennium Volunteer Group

  • Wasabi Group - www.wasabigolf.com

  • Vidday

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Testimonials

 

Tan Hong Yang & Kang Mi Shel
Klang, Selangor, Malaysia

We had the opportunity to meet members of SKL’s board in Laos. We were grateful to learn more about the organization. We were moved by the purpose of SKL's set up, it's a noble effort in providing education opportunity to kids from the remote area in Laos. Unlike other big charitable organizations, SKL ensures that 100% of the donation goes into building the school. This is what motivates us to continue our support to SKL whenever we can.

Click ‘Why SKL’ below for full testimonial.

 

how you can help


Imagine doing something that affects a life a world away! Helping to change the lives of children in many ways. There are lots of ways you can make a difference. You can make a difference to the life of a disadvantaged child even with a small step. Here are some ideas to help you get started.

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Contribute

Take action - give what you can. Every gift will make a difference to these children.

Transform a Community

Build a classroom, provide electricity, buy school supplies. Give these children what they need to build a brighter future.

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Attend a Unique Event

Rally your friends, family and co-workers to support the annual fundraising dinner. Enjoy authentic Laotian cuisine and help build a school.

Hold a Fundraising Event

You've got a passion to help these children - have a garage sale, bake sale, collect spare change - then donate the proceeds to SKL.

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Volunteer

Donate your time and energy to help give these children the best possible start to a better life! In your own local city, volunteer to raise funds for the current project.

Celebrate with Added Benefits

Celebrate your special occasion (graduation, birthday, anniversary) by requesting donations to SKL instead of gifts!

 

who we are

100% of all donations go toward the construction of schools. 

School for Kids in Laos is a non-profit, registered charity, and humanitarian organization with one simple mission: building schools for children in rural regions of Laos who are in critical need of an adequate learning environment. Canadian registered charity 830245411 RR0001.

how to reach us

204-960-3824

School for Kids in Laos Inc.
245 Thomas Berry St.
Winnipeg, MB, R2H 0R2, Canada

info@sklinc.org

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