193 million VND - Kindness under the name “Share the Pain”

“I don’t know what else to say except thank you to the program ‘Share the Pain’ and to all the kind-hearted people near and far. Thank you for not forgetting my family during this time of illness and hardship. From now on, I have more motivation to focus on my treatment, prolong my life, and take care of my children so they can continue going to school,” said Hoang Dinh Minh, his voice choked with emotion, as tears streamed down his deformed face.

Those simple yet sincere words touched the hearts of everyone present at the “Share the Pain” support-giving program held on November 9.

The “Share the Pain” program is warmly and meaningfully organized at the family home of Hoang Dinh Minh, temporarily residing in Group 5, Phuoc Son quarter, Phuoc Binh ward, Dong Nai province. Photo: Phu Quy

With the motto “no one left behind in pain and poverty,” Dong Nai Newspaper and Radio, Television, in coordination with the Dong Nai Association for the Support of People with Disabilities, Orphans and Poor Patients, carried out the program to mobilize and deliver support to Minh’s family. Participating in the program were representatives of the Phuoc Binh ward authorities; the main sponsor - Kim Huong Gold, Silver and Gemstone Company (Binh Phuoc ward); co-sponsors including Thanh Cong Transport Co., Ltd., Bao Viet Life Binh Phuoc; and various clubs, teams, and volunteer groups in the province joining hands to share.

The main sponsor, Kim Huong Gold, Silver and Gemstone Company (Binh Phuoc Ward), presents a symbolic cheque worth 10 million VND. Photo: Phu Quy

Co-sponsor Bao Viet Life Binh Phuoc presents a symbolic cheque worth 3 million VND. Photo: Phu Quy

“Although the economy fluctuates and fundraising work faces many difficulties, we still strive to bring love to those in need. Today, Huong Tu Tam Club has mobilized and donated 40 million VND, contributing to helping Hoang Dinh Minh’s family overcome immediate difficulties,” said Nguyen Dinh That, Head of Huong Tu Tam Club, sharing during the program.

Representative of the leadership of the Dong Nai Association for the Support of People with Disabilities, Orphans and Poor Patients presents the co-sponsors’ symbolic cheque. Photo: Phu Quy

Joy overflowed on the day the support was delivered, as the total amount of assistance for Minh’s family reached 193 million VND. The program allocated the amount as follows: 13 million VND to cover living expenses and medical re-examination costs for the couple for November; the remaining 180 million VND was deposited into a savings account to support Minh’s treatment and the children’s education.

Love became a miracle, easing the pain and rekindling hope for a small household standing at the brink of despair.

Some touching moments from co-sponsors, organizations, individuals, and volunteer groups presenting in-kind and cash donations to Minh’s family. Photo: Phu Quy

By Thu Hien - Translated by Minh Hanh, Minho