CWEFT is a non-profit organization established to minister to needs of underprivileged children and their families throughout Thailand. CWEFT believes education to be the path out of poverty and a gateway to opportunities for a better life.

1. ANNUAL
REPORT
2022
C O N C O R D I A W E L F A R E &
E D U C A T I O N F O U N D A T I O N -
T H A I L A N D ( C W E F T )

2. ABOUT US
Founded in 1988, the Concordia Welfare and Education
Foundation – Thailand (CWEFT), is a non-profit
organization, fully registered with the Ministry of
Interior and Department of Public Welfare in Thailand,
and established to minister to the needs of
underprivileged children and their families throughout
Thailand. CWEFT works with communities, schools, and
other organizations, including government and non-
government agencies to protect, promote and assist
children, women, and families in need through its human
care and educational projects.
Mrs. Heidi Tannarat.....................
Mr. Wichai Potchongkhan..........
Miss Vannaphorn Thongves......
Miss Kruawan Tiengtom............
Miss Paweena Khamwisaeng.....
Miss Nissara Khumsingwong.....
Miss Kamonrat Watcharin.........
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chairperson
Vice Chairperson
Treasurer
Secretary
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member

3. I have had the honor to serve as the CWEFT Board
Chairperson since 2006. It has been such a privilege to work
with our amazing team of talented, passionate, professionals
who love Jesus and work so well and care so deeply for the
children and families in our programs.
2021-2022 has been a year like no other. We have persevered
and adapted and continued to bring the very best we could to
those we serve. We continue to be incredibly blessed with
such a supportive network of generous donors and prayer
warriors. Many of you have given your time and resources
and talents. Because of you, we have not only gotten through
the pandemic- our programming outreach has grown and
improved.
This past year, we were to provide life changing support to
8,765 individuals through our projects and outreach in 17 at-
risk communities in Bangkok and three remote communities
in Northern Thailand. We were also able to add three new
staff to support this growth.
I would like to thank you and encourage you- what you do for
us and with us is important and makes a lasting impact on the
very least of these in big and small ways. It is truly humbling
to be a part of the generational and eternal legacy we are able
to provide to the very least of these.
CHAIRPERSON'S MESSAGE
M R S . H E I D I T A N N A R A T
BOARD CHAIRPERSON
Heidi Tannarat

4. Thirty years ago, I was a counselor at a clinic for the poor in
the Klong Toey slum community in Bangkok. I spent 15
years working with this community to support them
through some of their darkest times. It was through this
work with children and young people who were foced to
work as child laborers, especially in the sex industry, that
my understanding of their situations changed. These young
people were innocent; they were victims of social ills and
inequalities. They were trapped in the vicious circle of
poverty. Since this experience, I have worked ever since in a
variety of capacities to help underprivileged children and
young people access resources and opportunities to
improve their quality of life.
I have been a member of the CWEFT board for 20 years
now, helping to facilitate the foundation’s outreach and
ministry to provide holistic support for the most at-risk
families and children, especially by ensuring access to
education.
I have been impressed with all of the board members and
staff at CWEFT - their professionalism, expertise, and
genuine care and love for those we help is clear to all. We
strive to lead the foundation with best practices as we work
together to provide hope and healing to the least of these. I
thank God and everyone at CWEFT for the honor and
privilege to be a part of this team as we embark on the
foundation’s life changing vision and mission.
MESSAGES FROM THE BOARD
M R . W I C H A I P O T C H O N G K H A N
VICE-CHAIRPERSON

5. Hello. My name is Ann. I joined the CWEFT Board because I
am passionate about serving women and children. I aim to
support and help the foundation to run smoothly. I am
impressed by the dedication of the staff, and am always
inspired to do as much as I can.
MESSAGES FROM THE BOARD
M I S S V A N N A P H O R N T H O N G V E S
TREASURER
God has called us to be salt and light in the world. When we
work alone, we are limited in the good we can do. Society is
complicated and the needs and problems are vast- so much
more than any one person could ever solve alone. As
followers of Christ, we are glad to be part of God’s family
and minister to those we are called to serve. It is an honor
to take part in this calling as a member of the CWEFT team,
as we work tirelessly for the benefit of the community.
M S . K R U A W A N T I E N G T O M
SECRETARY

6. I was drawn to the CWEFT ministry at the Concordia
Daycare and Community Center. The CWEFT team shares
such a passion and drive to support the most at-risk in the
community. It is no easy task to care for these children and
their families, and it is only effective and impactful when
they are genuinely loved and cared for. I am thankful for the
opportunity to take part in this life-changing ministry.
Thank you for all that you do for the good of the children
and their communities.
MESSAGES FROM THE BOARD
I am honored to be a member of the CWEFT Board. I have
known CWEFT for a while through my service with CWEFT
partner organization, the Beginnings Foundation. I have
been so impressed by the great heart and commitment of
the CWEFT team. Their work is a true blessing to the
vulnerable children and their families in the slum
community under the Bangna Expressway. Despite
challenging situations, CWEFT has continued to serve. I am
so thankful for the opportunity to practice my given gift
from God to share His love to people through CWEFT’s
mission.
M S . P A W E E N A K H A M W I S A E N G
BOARD MEMBER
M S . N I S S A R A K H U M S I N G W O N G
BOARD MEMBER

7. I first joined the CWEFT team in 2014 as a volunteer teacher
at the Concordia Daycare and Community Center, helping
with tutoring and Saturday classes. Over the years, I have
gotten to know many of the children and their families. I
have walked alongside them and supported the children
however I could. The CWEFT staff are so committed to the
children and the community- to ensure everyone has the
opportunity to receive an education. Parents and families in
the community recognize the importance of education and
continue to send their children to CWEFT programming.
I have had the opportunity to support many different types
of CWEFT projects to support families in the slum
community, including help for small children, the elderly,
the sick and infirm, those with no family, and the poorest of
the poor. During the Covid-19 crisis, CWEFT rose to the
challenge and served as a channel to provide food,
medicine, and other necessities to those in need, regardless
of the situation. It was an inspiring relief effort that helped
so many people during some of their most difficult times. It
is impressive to see the power of the team. I am glad to be a
part of CWEFT to continually support those in need and do
good for society.
MESSAGES FROM THE BOARD
M S . K A M O N R A T W A T C H A R I N
BOARD MEMBER

8. CDCC
T A R G E T
CONCORDIA DAYCARE &
COMMUNITY CENTER
Children in slum communities or at-risk situations that can
lead to abandonment or violence; high-risk and vulnerable
children whose families have low and/or unstable income;
children with severe family problems.
M I S S I O N
Provide pre-school education for needy children, aged 2-5
years old to prepare them for the routines and rigor of a
public elementary school education. Provide holistic
support including development of the body, mind, emotion
and intellect. Nutrition and hygiene support is also
included.
The daycare is open Monday to Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m. During Covid-19 crisis, the CDCC was closed from
April 16 to October 30, 2022 in accordance with government
directives at the time. After the situation improved, the
center opened back up to regular operations in November
2022.
DAYCARE CENTER
40 TOTAL CHILDREN
through 8 month closure &
alternative programming
DAY
DAY
CARE
CARE

9. Provide tutoring in the core subject areas: math, English, IT/computers, and Christian
education. Special activities like sports, art, and cooking are organized once a month. Life
skills training is also provided to empower the children and help them with things like
recognizing different types of exploitation and what they can do, promoting discipline,
encouraging critical thinking and public speaking, and behaving appropriately. Students are
taught to respect the rules, value the importance of education and help each other. In
addition, counseling for both children and families is provided.
For the last two years, the program was not allowed to run normally because of Covid-19
restrictions. From December 2021 until May 2022, our staff responded to these changes by
adapting the method and setting of Saturday classes and activities. The program was able to
provide monthly activities throughout the crisis by providing a safe venue for children to
meet with one another, encourage one another, and participate in various activities to help
with the stress and loneliness that afflicted many during the pandemic. Staff coordinated with
teachers and students from KPIS International School in Bangkok to prepare and help
coordinate activities. Staff were also able to incorporate activities from World Help; this
included activities and lessons about dreams for the future and writing letters to their World
Help sponsors. During times together, staff and students spent time in fellowship talking,
watching movies, and listening to music at the CDCC. Student groups were created and
staggered to ensure safe gatherings throughout the pandemic. In June 2022, this program was
finally able to open as usual.
78 TOTAL CHILDREN
58 on Saturdays &
22 more for special activities
SAT.
SAT.
CLASS
CLASS
CDCC
T A R G E T
Children aged 6-17 years old who need extra support in their
studies; some have delayed development and learning
challenges.
M I S S I O N
SATURDAY CLASSES
CONCORDIA DAYCARE & COMMUNITY CENTER

10. CONCORDIA DAYCARE & COMMUNITY CENTER
SCHOOL BREAK
Provide supervision and a safe environment for children in these situations. Special
programming is provided during school breaks, in addition to regular programming, to
support families and children. Staff also visit children and families at home and organize
recreational activities and field trips. This past year, 14 students participated in school break
programming.
CDCC
T A R G E T
Children who are home alone for long periods during school breaks because their
parents and guardians must work long hours; children who are at-risk and vulnerable
to social problems like violence, drug use, exploitation, pornography, and gambling.
M I S S I O N
14 TOTAL CHILDREN
SCHOOL
SCHOOL
BREAK
BREAK

11. CONCORDIA DAYCARE & COMMUNITY CENTER
ELDERLY OUTREACH
78 TOTAL RECIPIENTS
ELDERLY
ELDERLY
OUTREACH
OUTREACH
Regularly provide box meals, medicine and medical supplies to the
elderly. Staff would provide home visits to the elderly. CWEFT also
coordinated with volunteers to visit and provide much needed
essentials like rice, dried food and other necessities to provide
support and provide encouragement. There were 78 elderly
members of the slum community who received aid.
CDCC
T A R G E T
To provide support to the elderly, as they were especially at-
risk during the pandemic. CWEFT provided financial and
emotional support for the elderly in the community, with a
special emphasis on those who were chronically ill and/or
had no relatives to help. Sadly, more than 15 elderly members
of the community died during the crisis.
M I S S I O N

12. CONCORDIA DAYCARE & COMMUNITY CENTER
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
72 TOTAL RECIPIENTS
1,500 BAHT (US$42) EACH
SCHOLARSHIP
SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAM
PROGRAM
To respond to these new threats to the well-being of many families
in the community, CWEFT provided special scholarships for
children to provide financial relief for families. Scholarships
provided uniforms and school supplies so children could return to
school. The scholarship program was able to provide 1,500 baht
(US$42) to 72 children.
CDCC
T A R G E T
Children and families who became sick with Covid-19 were
often unable to go to work. This led to devastating losses of
income for families that were already very poor. As a result,
many incurred additional debts and other difficult
experiences.
M I S S I O N

13. CONCORDIA DAYCARE & COMMUNITY CENTER
PLAYGROUND RENOVATION
Coordinate with NIST International School and World Help to raise
funds needed to level the ground, lay artificial turf, provide new
playground equipment, and install an awning to provide shade. The
previous playground equipment was more than 30 years old and in
need of replacing.
CDCC
T A R G E T
Children who come to CDCC programs can have a shaded
outdoor space to play during the day, as a means of
supporting their physical, emotional, and intellectual
development.
M I S S I O N

14. CONCORDIA DAYCARE & COMMUNITY CENTER
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Learn, update, and refresh expertise.
CDCC
T A R G E T All CDCC staff.
M I S S I O N
T R A I N I N G S
“Kindergartens of Private Nursery Schools,” January 14-16,
2022. Conference by the Department of Children and Youth -
Ministry of Social Development and Human Security.
“External Quality Assurance of Kindergartens During Covid-
19,” January 18, 2022. Passed inspection and coordinated with
local authorities to ensure best practices.
“Framework, Guidelines, and Quality Evaluation Methods for
Alternative Kindergartens,” April 4, 2022. Office of National
Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA,
Public Education Accreditation Organization)

15. 17 slum communities
7,566 individual recipients
54,919 box meals delivered
3,650 survival bag distributed
210 days of relief
COVID
COVID
RELIEF
RELIEF
COVID RELIEF
C H I L D R E N
All of the children in CDCC programs and their families were infected with the Covid-
19 virus at some point throughout the crisis. Some tested positive more than three
times. Many students also suffered academically, especially during online learning,
because they did not have the required equipment or home internet access. Parents
and families were suffering financial difficulties because of lockdowns and extended
limitations on work. As children were unable to go to school and spend time with
friends, many suffered from loneliness. There is no place in the slum for children to
play. As a result, many children became physically and mentally ill much more
frequently. There was increased stress and some were teased because of their poor
school performance.
F A M I L I E S
Some family members died during the pandemic. Many parents and guardians lost their
jobs, and the cost of living was much higher with so many restrictions and limitations
throughout society. Nine children and their families moved back to their parent’s
hometowns in other provinces, as there were no work prospects in Bangkok for them
anymore. Some children had to change schools because of these moves. Many also
discontinued studying altogether for up to a year because of inabilities to keep up
online, often combined with extreme financial stress in the family.

16. Slum Communities Number of Household Number of Members
1. Bangna Expressway 216 753
2. Rung-ruang 107 2,000
3. Rung-sawang 15 100
4. Cha-liang 12 100
5. Wat Bangnanok 127 458
6. Opposite Thanin Factory 70 200
7. Klangna 147 1,100
8. Yam-suan 150 1,000
9. Poonsin 15 90
10. Charoen Rungruang 87 1,200
11. Peung-boon 75 500
12. Rompo 11 100
13. Rompradu 13 100
14. Wanthong 24 110
15. Under Cement Bridge 40 160
16. Poonsawad 5 48
17. Beside Udomsuk Factory 150 300
17 slum communities
7,566 individual recipients
54,919 box meals delivered
3,650 survival bag distributed
210 days of relief
COVID
COVID
RELIEF
RELIEF
COVID RELIEF
R E L I E F
The CDCC complied with all government regulations and requirements throughout
the pandemic, closing when needed and opening or providing alternative programs
whenever possible. Regardless of the situation, the CWEFT team continued to work
throughout the entire pandemic. They provided home visits and support for
families and children who were sick, isolating at home, or unable to work. Staff also
assisted the elderly in the slum who were chronically ill or handicapped.
D I S T R I B U T I O N

17. 3 months
50 families
15,000 baht (US$42) per month
UNEMPLOYMENT
UNEMPLOYMENT
RELIEF
RELIEF
SEEDLING EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
The CDCC received assistance from the Magnolia Quality Development
Corporation Co., Ltd to initiate and manage a Seedling Care Project in the
community. The purpose of the project was to provide supplemental income for
the disabled and unemployed who really struggled during the pandemic. A
committee of community leaders selected families most at-risk to participate in
the project. Selected families learned how to care for the seedlings to later plant
for long term growth in larger housing estates. Small garden areas were created
and caretakers were given soil to plant seedlings and other plants to be used for
food. This project provided relief for 50 families who had lost their jobs during the
crisis. Families that worked to care for plants during this project received 15,000
baht (US$420) per month for three months from April to June 2022.

18. HOSTEL PROJECTS
CWEFT projects in Northern Thailand aim to support ethnic
hilltribe children and families that are vulnerable and at-risk
for human trafficking, drug trafficking, and other serious
social problems. Ethnic groups often have difficulty in
accessing government services as they tend to live in very
remote mountain villages and are not able to readily access
many services that most people take for granted. Medical
clinics, schools, and commercial centers are often very far
away.
In order to provide their children with an education, families
send them to far away cities and towns to attend school.
Sometimes children will stay with relatives and family friends.
Sadly, they are often not well cared for and at very high risk of
leaving school and getting caught up in social problems.
In accordance with our mission to provide access to
education for all, we work with these families and villages to
provide a safe home away from home for children who are
attending school. Children who are studying away from home
are placed in small hostels with trained and qualified
caregivers who not only ensure they attend school, but also
support them in all other ways. CWEFT caregivers ensure that
children are not separated from their families any longer than
necessary, and work with families and communities to ensure
best care and support for the children.
This past year, CWEFT has coordinated with partners to
coordinate three hostels throughout Northern Thailand.
NORTHERN THAILAND
A B O U T

19. HOSTEL PROJECTS
MANAPORN HOSTEL
This hostel is run by Pastor Apichai Rassameekul and his
family. He is a member of the Lahu tribe and came to
Northern Thailand from Myanmar (Burma) when he was a
child. He himself was supported by a Christian foundation
when he was younger to help him go to school and prepare
for his career as a pastor. He is married with three children of
his own and was called to begin a hostel to support poor
children and those from remote villages so that they may also
be able to get an education. CWEFT has been working with
Pastor Apichai for 13 years now. In addition to managing the
Manaporn Hostel, he is also an evangelist and provides
Christian outreach in many of the villages. He visits the
children and their families at home when he can, cares for
them at the hostel during the school year, and provides Bible
study in the Lahu language.
For this school year, there are 24 children staying at the
Manaporn Hostel. Many of these children come from some of
the most remote villages with no schools and no
transportation. Some also come from nearby communities
that are at high risk for drug use and trafficking.
24 CHILDREN
124 ADULTS
MANAPORN
MANAPORN
HOSTEL
HOSTEL
NORTHERN THAILAND

20. HOSTEL PROJECTS
GRACE HOSTEL
Grace Hostel has been run by Mrs. Saengkham Jupo since
2017. She is from the Lahu tribe and comes from a poor family.
A local Christian hostel gave her an educational opportunity
when she was young. Later, she accepted Christ and finished
a Christian Education degree. She then returned to the
countryside to work with disadvantaged children. She is
passionate about working with at-risk children and families
who have been affected by drug abuse; many families suffer
when one or more parents or guardians are in prison. She is
an evangelist at Huaymakaeng Church, and also manages the
Grace Hostel. In addition, she also works as a volunteer with
the government on health and hygiene initiatives in rural
communities.
This past year, 22 children were served at Grace Hostel.
22 CHILDREN
79 ADULTS
GRACE
GRACE
HOSTEL
HOSTEL
NORTHERN THAILAND

21. Pastor Sudkhet Phaengsorn began this ministry as part of his Christian outreach in
Northern Thailand. His goal is to proclaim the Good News of the Gospel to children,
youth, and adults in the communities nearby Lamthum Church. He also serves
children in this ministry who study in the capital city of Chiang Mai province; these
students have no parents or guardians with them and need to stay in government
dormitories near the church.
CWEFT has partnered with this ministry for two years. There are both children from
the church and nearby school dormitories that join the ministry. During the
pandemic, children in the dormitory and at the local school were not allowed to
leave, and outsiders were not allowed to visit. To adapt to this short-term limitation,
most programming needed to be canceled. The ministry was able to continue with its
Sunday School to students in the communities nearby the church. Programming is
expected to return to normal in the upcoming year.
For this past year, despite serious limitations, 16 children were assisted through this
ministry.
HOSTEL PROJECTS
LAMTHUM CHURCH MINISTRY
16 CHILDREN
48 ADULTS
LAMTHUM
LAMTHUM
MINISTRY
MINISTRY
NORTHERN THAILAND

22. PROJECT EXPENSES CHILDREN ADULTS
TOTAL
SERVED
Manaporn Hostel
& Community
517,100 Baht
US$14,500
24 124
Grace Hostel
& Community
354,975 Baht
US$9,940
22 79
Lamthum Ministry
& Community
355,600 Baht
US$9,960
16 48
HOSTEL TOTALS
1,227,675 Baht
US$35,800
62 251 313
Daycare
40
Saturday Classes
78
School Break
14
Elderly
78
Residents
675
CDCC TOTALS
1,822,150 Baht
US$51,025
132 753 885
Financial Report
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23. PROJECT EXPENSES CHILDREN ADULTS
TOTAL
SERVED
Volunteer Service
Learning
35,700 Baht
US$1,000
Covid-19 Relief
(17 Communities)
1,276,200 Baht
US$35,700
7,566
Administration &
Development
343,100 Baht
US$9,600
ADMIN & RELIEF
TOTALS
1,655,000 Baht
US$46,300
7,566
ANNUAL
TOTALS
4,704,835 Baht
US$131,750
8,764
PEOPLE SERVED
Financial Report
CDCC
38.7%
COVID RELIEF
27.1%
HOSTELS
26.1%
ADMIN & VOLUNTEERS
8.1%

24. SPONSORS & SUPPORTERS
C W E F T - U S A
M P P M 9

25. SPONSORS & SUPPORTERS
Y E N B A M R U N G F A M I L Y
M S . S A N D R A C H U N & F A M I L Y
M S . V A N N A P H O R N T H O N G V E S &
F R I E N D S
M S . M A R I S A B O N U C H Y ( F O O D
T I M E C A F É )
K H U N B E E A N D K H U N B O Y
C O F F E E S H O P A N D F R I E N D S
F R O M M O R N I N G C O F F E E C L U B
M A N Y O T H E R L O N G T I M E
F R I E N D S & S U P P O R T E R S

26. STAY CONNECTED
V O L U N T E E R
CWEFT welcomes individuals and short-term teams to
serve at its projects throughout the year in a variety of
ways. We also participate in Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) and school community service
programs.
D O N A T E
With your help, we can continue to improve the lives of
underprivileged children, women, & families!
www.cwefthailand.org/donate
C O N T A C T U S
Phone: +662-982-8977
Email: cweftthailand@gmail.com
Website: www.cwefthailand.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/cwefthailand
Office mailing address:
90/15 Moo 4
Soi Chaengwattana 11
Chaengwattana Road
Toong Song Hong, Laksi
Bangkok 10210
Thailand