Adopt a Student-2026

"Sow the seeds of Education for Tomorrow's Leaders of Myanmar"

To build a brighter future for Myanmar, we must strategically invest in its next generation of leaders. We are urgently fundraising to meet our $12,000 goal, which will provide 10 crucial scholarships of $1,200 each to ensure resilient young people can continue their education abroad. Your generous donation is not just aid; it is a powerful investment in human capital that makes their dreams, and Myanmar's future, possible.

How to donate

Paypal: Donate Now
Credit Cards: Donate Now
Zelle: suumyatthanfoundation@gmail.com/Suu Myat Than Foundation
Venmo: @suumyatthanfoundation
Check: Please text to 510-735-1962 for the address

Donor Levels (Annual)

Any donation amount is welcome.

  • Benefactor ($1,200)
  • Patron ($900)
  • Guardian ($600)
  • Advocate ($300)
  • Contributor ($100)
  • Supporter (any)

As A Token of Our Appreciation

  • A heartfelt video or letter of thanks from the student you've supported.
  • A Scholarship Fund T-shirt to showcase your commitment to education.

2025 Recipients

The Inception of Our Foundation

The Suu Myat Than Education Foundation was established in loving memory of our beloved daughter, Suu Myat Than, whose life was tragically cut short at the age of 20. Through this foundation, we honor her memory by providing vital educational support to students from Myanmar.

Responding to a Crisis in Education

Higher education in Myanmar is currently facing severe, unexpected disruption. These unstable conditions have compelled a massive exodus of young people who are now seeking educational opportunities abroad, with Southeast Asia becoming a primary destination. The escalating internal conflict and recent national service requirements have further compounded this crisis, driving thousands more out of the country in a desperate effort to continue their studies. This substantial outflow represents a major collapse of human capital that casts a bleak shadow over Myanmar’s future prospects.

Our Impact and Future Commitment

Despite the overwhelming need, our foundation is actively working to fill this gap. We made our first award in 2024, granting a $1,200 scholarship to a student at Ton Duc Thang University in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. This single university highlights the need, with over sixty Myanmar students enrolled there alone, and many more studying across the region.

The momentum continued, and by 2025, the Foundation was able to make 30 awards, significantly expanding our support for deserving students.

We are proud to announce our upcoming application cycle. The application forms for the next round of scholarships will open on November 2, 2026. Each $1,200 scholarship is designed to help cover a student’s expenses and directly support their vital academic pursuits, ensuring they can complete their education and one day contribute to a brighter future for Myanmar.

Suu Myat Than Foundation

To forge a truly brighter future for Myanmar, we must recognize that our young people are the most precious resource and the architects of tomorrow. Investing in their educational aspirations is a strategic imperative, ensuring that a generation of dedicated leaders and innovators will be ready to return home when the time is right. Every scholarship is a powerful commitment to national restoration, fueling the engine of progress. We must champion their resilience and ensure the light of knowledge is never extinguished.

Email Us

foundation@suumyatthan.org

Telephone

510-735-1962

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