On February 6, chefs from Yangon and Ngapali Beach came together to support two charity schools in East Dagon, Myanmar, reaching 70 students at one school and 121 students at another.
Thanks to the generous donation of Chef Myo Sandar Htun and her family, students received traditional school bags filled with essential stationery items, including exercise books, rulers, erasers, sharpeners, pencils, and ballpoint pens.
The donation took place on the same day as the students’ exams. After finishing their exams in the morning, the children were surprised with their new school bags. From kindergarten to middle school, students proudly explored their new supplies, comparing colors and even trading items with friends to choose their favorites.
A Collective Effort by Myanmar’s Culinary Community
This meaningful initiative was made possible through the efforts of:
- Yangon Chefs: Kyaw Kyaw and Ye Nanda Khin
- Ngapali: Ma Khin Khin Myo
- Myanmar Chefs Association (MCA): Ma Khet Khet, Chef Kyaw Kyaw Tan, and Chef Kaung Myat
Special thanks to Chef Myo Sandar Htun and her family for their continued support of the Myanmar Chefs Association (MCA) and Worldchefs Social Responsibility initiatives from 2021–2026.
Gratitude also goes to all generous donors who contributed school bags, as well as Andreas and Markus for their stationery donations.
Supporting Education, Supporting Communities
For many years, the Myanmar Chefs Association has supported ongoing educational initiatives across the country. Since 2025 alone, more than 8,000 students have received support through the donation of traditional Myanmar-made school bags, including Kachin, Arakan, and Shan styles.
All items are locally made in Myanmar, helping to:
- Sustain local jobs and income
- Strengthen food security for families
- Reduce CO₂ emissions by avoiding long-distance foreign aid transport
- Make school support more accessible, affordable, and sustainable
Through these initiatives, MCA chefs continue to align with global goals and Worldchefs’ commitment to social responsibility, ensuring that children across Myanmar receive support in education, health, and food security.
Together, these efforts help ensure that communities remain hopeful and resilient.
