Spreading love, bringing smiles to those in need

On February 8, at the Dong Nai Provincial Social Work Center and Children's Protection Fund (Tam Hiep Ward), the Provincial Youth Union and Provincial Young Pioneers’ Council coordinated to organize the 2026 "Giving Love - Sending Smiles" program.

Representatives of the Provincial Youth Union, the Provincial Young Pioneers’ Council, and youth union members and students pose for photos with staff, employees, and children at the Provincial Social Work Center (Tam Hiep Ward). Photo: Courtesy of the Provincial Youth Union

At the event, the Provincial Youth Union and Provincial Young Pioneers’ Council presented 100 gifts to orphans at the center, helping to ease difficulties, bring joy and warmth, and uplift the spirits of children being cared for at the Dong Nai Provincial Social Work Center and Protection Fund. The initiative helped the children feel the love and attention of society during the traditional Tet holiday.

As part of the program, on February 7, the Provincial Youth Union and Provincial Young Pioneers’ Council, in coordination with the Provincial Youth Union Federation and Provincial Student Association, organized the "Tet of Sharing" program for families of young workers at Long Thanh Team, under Dong Nai Rubber Corporation. At the event, the Organizing Committee presented 55 gifts, including backpacks, teddy bears, toys, milk, and confectionery, to the children of young workers. Additionally, milk, teddy bears, and toys were given to children being cared for and nurtured at Phuc Lam Shelter of Love (Long Thanh Commune).

Representatives of the Provincial Youth Union, Provincial Young Pioneers’ Council, and youth union members and students presented gifts to representatives of Phuc Lam Shelter of Love (Long Thanh Commune). Photo: Courtesy of the Provincial Youth Union

These gifts were contributed by parents, teachers, team members, children, Youth Union officials, youth union members, and young people in the province to care for, share, and contribute to bringing a warmer and more fulfilling Tet holiday to children and young workers' families during the Lunar New Year 2026, thereby spreading the spirit of mutual affection and sharing love in the community.

By Nga Son – Translated by Mai Nga, Minho