Adopt a Student – 2026
Sow the seeds of Education for Tomorrow's Leaders of Myanmar
Empowering resilient young leaders through education. Help us reach our $12,000 goal to fund 10 scholarships and ensure that Myanmar’s future remains bright, even in times of crisis.
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.
How to Donate
Zelle: suumyatthanfoundation@gmail.com / Suu Myat Than Foundation
Venmo: @suumyatthanfoundation
Check: Please text to 510-735-1962 for the address
01.
Our Scholarship Fund
Directly supporting Myanmar students with $1,200 annual scholarships to help cover tuition and essential living expenses while studying abroad.
02.
Volunteer Fundraising
Running dynamic, volunteer-based funding projects driven by passionate youths who actively lead community initiatives to raise vital educational resources.
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Future Commitments
Actively working to prevent the collapse of human capital and empowering tomorrow's resilient leaders to build a brighter future for Myanmar.
Responding to an Unprecedented Crisis
Higher education in Myanmar is currently facing severe, unexpected disruption, leaving countless bright young minds without a clear path forward. The escalating internal conflict and recent national service requirements have further compounded this crisis, driving thousands of ambitious students out of the country in a desperate effort to continue their studies and stay safe.
These unstable conditions have compelled a massive exodus of youth who are now seeking educational opportunities abroad, with Southeast Asia becoming a primary destination. This substantial outflow represents a tragic collapse of human capital—a loss of future doctors, engineers, and leaders—that casts a bleak shadow over Myanmar’s future prospects.
Despite this overwhelming need, the Suu Myat Than Education Foundation is actively working to fill this gap. We believe that safeguarding this human capital is vital. By funding their education today, we ensure they can one day return to rebuild and contribute to a brighter, more resilient tomorrow for Myanmar.
Investing in Education. Preserving Hope. Transforming Myanmar’s Future.
Our Impact
Every number represents a story of resilience, and every scholarship is a step toward preserving Myanmar’s future.
2024
In our inception year, we proudly granted our very first $1,200 scholarship award to a student at Ton Duc Thang University.
2025
Out of 272 competitive applicants, we successfully scaled our resources to support over 30 deserving students.
2026
Facing an overwhelming crisis, we received 570+ urgent applications, yet could only fund 30 due to resource limits.