We're getting towards that time of year again - Children's Day!
The second Saturday of January, every year, is National Children's Day in Thailand. Events occur all over the country, and we are no exception. Each year, we host around 2,000+ children (not to mention parents, local villagers, guests, volunteers, interns, and staff).
Our work begins soon after the previous event has finished - we begin the process of organising sponsorships, donations, funding, and partnerships with companies, organisations, and individuals from around the country. In the lead up to the day, specifically in the week before, we are extremely busy with all sorts of work:
Opening all the boxes of donations, and sorting the good from the bad
Washing all the cuddly toys
Making gift packs for every child who attends
Making registration cards for each child
Setting up activity booths and organising onstage entertainment