In the spirit of mutual support, charitable groups and donors in and outside Hoa Binh province have come together and joined hands with local authorities and organisations to hold meaningful, humanitarian activities for the poor, vulnerable, and those in need, spreading love and kindness from the "golden hearts" in the community.
The Hoa Binh Volunteer Club in Hoa Binh city distributes gifts and clothes to children in the mountainous commune of Pa Co in Mai Chau district.
Following the motto of connecting hearts – sharing love, the Connecting Hearts Club in Hoa Binh city has carried out numerous charitable activities throughout 2024, bringing joy and happiness to the poor and disadvantaged. The club, with over 300 members, operates on a voluntary basis and adheres to the volunteer guidelines of the Red Cross Society. From small items like bottles of fish sauce, seasoning, rice, and second-hand clothes to larger sums of money helping to cover hospital bills and house construction – ranging from several millions to even hundreds of millions of Vietnamese dong – these gifts have brought smiles and encouragement to disabled persons, orphaned children, and those facing tough circumstances.
Le Thi Thanh, the club's president, said that the club carries out practical activities every week and month, such as distributing free meals at medical facilities, providing school supplies for underprivileged students, funding medical treatment for the poor, and building homes for the less fortunate. All of these initiatives are supported by individuals and philanthropists, leaving behind beautiful, humanitarian images of the efforts by those engaging in charity. With the Lunar New Year (Tet) approaching, the club is calling for more support from the community to continue its charity work, including presenting Tet gifts to the poor and children in remote areas.
Founded in 2016, the Ao xanh (green shirt) Volunteer Club in Hoa Binh city now has over 300 members, making it a key hub for those seeking to connect and share love with those facing difficult situations. In 2024, the club distributed thousands of gifts to the vulnerable across various communes in the province. Notably, it runs the "Shared Meal" initiative, which provides free meals for patients at the provincial General Hospital every Monday and Wednesday morning. For many of these patients, who are undergoing long-term treatments, receiving these free meals is a source of joy. Club members also take part in other humanitarian activities, including voluntary blood donation, distributing food and essential goods, and offering help to those in need.
During these free meal distributions, Do Quang Mai, head of the Hoa Binh city Voluntary Haircutting Club, alongside other members who are local salon owners, provided free haircuts for patients in need at the hospital. These acts of kindness show the club's commitment to spreading love and making a tangible difference in the life of the needy.
Other charitable groups such as the Hoa Binh Volunteer Club, the Supporting Dialysis Patients Club, the Tan Lac Compassion Club, the Drivers' Club 28, the Thuan Hoa Volunteer Group, and the Tay Bac Life YouTube channel, along with various philanthropists have joined in the charitable cause, supporting initiatives such as presenting rice aid, giving school supplies, building houses, paying medical bills, and providing wheelchairs, bicycles, and more.
In early September 2024, after Typhoon Yagi and its aftermath caused severe damage in Hoa Binh, the provincial Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee, Red Cross Society, local businesses, philanthropists, and volunteer groups immediately visited affected areas, offering assistance and distributing meaningful gifts to families whose homes had been damaged, flooded, or destroyed. This powerful display of solidarity in times of hardship highlighted the strength of community bonds and the collective spirit of care and sharing.
The ongoing charitable activities by individuals, organisations, and groups in and outside the province demonstrate a profound commitment to supporting vulnerable groups and the underprivileged, spreading the message of compassion and care. These acts of kindness serve as a beacon of hope, giving the poor the strength, faith, and opportunities to rise above their challenges and build better lives.
In recent years, the development of rural handicrafts has not only helped preserve and promote the traditional values but it has also created jobs and improved incomes for the local residents.
By harmoniously combining traditional medicine with modern medical practices, the Hoa Binh Traditional Medicine Hospital is strengthening its role in the province’s healthcare system.
The Dao ethnic community in Tien Lam hamlet, Bac Phong commune, Cao Phong district is not only preserving their generations-old herbal remedies but also giving them a touch of professionalism. The Nam Ngoc Sang traditional medicine cooperative stands as a testament to this harmonious blend of ancestral knowledge and contemporary production techniques, creating quality herbal products that safeguard cultural heritage while generating tangible economic value.
Every March, the spirit of volunteerism, dedication, and youthful enthusiasm surges across Vietnam. In Hoa Binh province, young people are actively taking on challenging tasks, contributing to meaningful projects, and upholding President Ho Chi Minh’s call: "where there is a need, there is youth; where there are difficulties, youth will be present."
The National Science and Engineering Fair for secondary and high school students was held at Ton Duc Thang University in Ho Chi Minh City from March 19-21 by the Ministry of Education and Training.
