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CHIN-SU LAUNCHES THE “ONE MILLION MEALS WITH MEAT” CAMPAIGN FOR THE SECOND YEAR
CHIN-SU SPONSORS “ONE MILLION MEALS WITH MEAT” FOR CHILDREN IN HIGHLANDS – CONTINUING THE JOURNEY IN ITS SECOND YEAR
CHIN-SU SPONSORS 10 BILLION VND FOR THE “ONE MILLION MEALS WITH MEAT” PROJECT FOR THE SECOND YEAR: JOINING HANDS FOR THE FUTURE OF OUR CHILDREN
“CHIN-SU ONE MILLION MEALS WITH MEAT” SUPPORTS SCHOOLS IN THE HIGHLANDS IN ITS SECOND YEAR

In the 2024-2025 school year, the program, the “CHIN-SU One Million Meals with Meat” program, in collaboration with the The Mountainous Underprivileged Students Fund continues its second year of accompanying underprivileged students. With a total budget of 10 billion VND, the program is expected to provide over 1 million meals with meat for students at nearly 100 schools in 9 provinces in the Northern mountainous region and the Central Highlands.

“CHIN-SU One Million Meals with Meat” continues the journey of love, supporting children in the highlands on their quest for knowledge to build a brighter future.

The necessity for solidarity among compassionate hearts

“CHIN-SU One Million Meals with Meat” aims to provide nutritional support for children in disadvantaged areas, not only delivers warm and loving meals to encourage regular school attendance, but also focuses on the holistic development of their physical health, stature, and intellect as they embark on their journey toward literacy and a brighter future.

“One Million Meals with Meat” aims to promote the holistic development of students’ physical health, stature, and intellect on their journey toward literacy.

A recent survey conducted by the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor revealed that only 26.2% of respondents can afford to have meat and fish in their daily meals. This is an unbelievable and unacceptable number when Vietnam is among the countries with the highest happiness index in Southeast Asia.

The 2020 National Institute of Nutrition’s general survey also indicated that although the national malnutrition rate has decreased, the stunting rate among ethnic minority children (31.4%) remains twice as high as that of Kinh children. Along with that, the rate of underweight ethnic minority children is also 2.5 times higher (21%) compared to Kinh children (8.5%).

These statistics highlight the critical need for nutritional care as a special priority for the holistic development of children in mountainous areas and requires the contributions from both businesses and the community.

‘The Journey of Millions Meals with Meat’

The Mountainous Underprivileged Students Fund is a charitable social fund, formerly known as the ‘Meals with Meat’ Program. Operating on a non-profit basis, the fund aims to support impoverished students in the highlands by providing them with more nutritious meals in class, warm clothing, school supplies, books, medicine, and assistance in building schools, dormitories, kitchens, wells, and other essential needs.

The students receiving “Meals with Meat” support are those from poor families living close to the school (within 4 km) who do not qualify for the state’s lunch subsidy. These children must walk several kilometers along mountainous paths to return home regardless of the weather, resulting in a low rate of afternoon school attendance.

The journey to school for children in the highlands often requires them to walk several kilometers along mountainous paths, crossing numerous hills and streams, regardless of whether it is sunny or rainy

The meals with meat are designed to encourage the children to stay at school for afternoon classes, allowing them to gain more knowledge, receive better nutrition, and enjoy moments of love and connection as they share their challenges with gentle, innocent smiles in a warm little kitchen filled with warm affection.

Meals with meat at school not only bring joy and laughter, but also motivate children to attend school more diligently

Not stopping at merely caring and supporting the children, “One million meals with meat” also brings meaningful spiritual contributions, encouraging and “igniting” the passion of teachers working in the remote and difficult areas of the country.

In addition to teaching, teachers at highland schools also take care of the student’s daily meals

Mr. Quynh – Principal of Tan Tien Primary School for Ethnic Minorities, Ban Pe shared, “We feel like we are fueled by a meaningful program like “CHIN-SU One Million Meals with Meat” accompanying us. Thanks to the meals with meat, students are motivated to go to school more diligently, and classes are more complete. This is the greatest happiness for us teachers.”

Images of children eagerly participating in the “Special Meat Pan” brought by CHIN-SU in collaboration with The Mountainous Underprivileged Students Fund and the Vietnam Chefs Association on Teachers’ Day, November 20, at Tan Tien Primary Boarding School for Ethnic Minorities, Ban Pe village, Yen Lo commune, Binh Gia town, Lang Son province.

Each meal is not only about being full but also about warmth, igniting in the children’s hearts the hope for a brighter future

 “One million meals with meat” – Joining hands to support the future buds

The “One Million Meals with Meat” project marks the beginning of a long-term community journey. One million meals are just the start, beyond that, CHIN-SU hopes to bring millions of smiles and nurture millions of future dreams of children. Through these meals with meat, CHIN-SU aims to provide motivation for the children to firmly step on the journey to pursue their dreams.

Representatives from the CHIN-SU brand and The Mountainous Underprivileged Students Fund presented the symbolic board “One million meals with meat” with a total funding of 10 billion VND for the 2024 – 2025 school year at Tan Tien Ethnic Boarding Primary School, Ban Pe village, Yen Lo, Binh Gia, Lang Son

Ms. Dinh Hong Van – Senior Marketing Director, CHIN-SU brand representative shared: “With the program “One Million Meals with Meat”, CHIN-SU and The Mountainous Underprivileged Students Fund not only aim not only to provide nutritious meals but also to instill trust and motivation for the children to bravely pursue their education and build their future. We believe that each meal is not just about being full but also about warmth, igniting hope for a bright future in their hearts.”

CHIN-SU “One Million Meals with Meat” has created a meaningful activity, marking the journey of “Supporting Students – Supporting Teachers” on the memorable November 20th

Journalist Nguyen Anh Tu – Vice President and Director of the Fund for “ Mountainous Underprivileged Students” stated: “Over the past decade, the Fund for “Mountainous Underprivileged Students” has received great support from the community. We are extremely grateful for the kind hearts that have been sent to the students, becoming a great source of encouragement to help them firmly step on the journey of conquering knowledge. CHIN-SU’s companionship in the second year has further affirmed the value of sharing, marking a solid milestone in the solidarity of Vietnamese enterprises for the community, helping us continue to nurture the dreams of children in the highlands.”

Opt 2 “The efforts of CHIN-SU and The Mountainous Underprivileged Students Fund are also a testament to the spirit of solidarity and sharing. We hope that, with the support of the community, we will not only improve meals but also change the lives of many children in deep and remote areas.”