REST IN PARADISE PI-SOMPONG – PAPA KHARMA 1965 – 2026

With a heavy heart and tears in our eyes and soul we are sad to make public that our Papa Kharma, Pi-Sompong has passed away suddenly on Sunday 19 July 2026. He was a true kharmateer and went with us for 10 years since 2015-2016. He is survived by his wife and daughter. Sompong was a kind man, a warm soul and a great caretaker. He would support planning, he would drive up every year, Sompong and his dear friend Tuk. Always ready to make kids laugh, teach them Thai culture, sing the anthem, play, but also laugh, drink eat and snore, the man could snore louder than most landmowers. We loved having him there and he will be sorely missed. Rest in Paradise dear SP, we all will miss you, but most by Charlie, Gina and Mark. May Nirvana opens its doors…

DETAILS OF OUR NEW PROJECT ARE HERE

The Kharma Foundation is a non-profit group of volunteers in Thailand that once a year try to help children in impoverished areas of Thailand, mainly focusing on the Northern regions close to the war torn borders of Myanmar. Over the 15 year running we have had many faces that have traveled far and wide to help. We thank them all from the bottoms of our heart and we think all donors would agree and we are sure the 3000+ children will agree!

Next Kharma Foundation Project:

03-Dec-2024: The Kharma Foundation is back for its 15th edition!! 

So we had to change plans and find a school further away from the border and we found one! Baan Thi Ya Phoe School; close to the river Yuam. Here the Google map location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/x4s6WJUKCLE6K6sH7. The location is about 15 to 18km from the border, making it safe from the troubles in the border region. The school has 2 locations, and teaches approximate 70 children and has 11 teachers. It is part of a small village named Thi Ya Phoe.

We want to help the school with our usual Kharma Help: sport, toys, food, school equipment, etcetera. If we gather enough donations, we want to build a Library and activities room.
Donation info: https://kharmafoundation.com/donate/ or email me.

Share our cause with friends and family as you know us and 100% of a donation will actually reach their goals, which sadly is rare in charity-land. Let’s make 2024 a year of positive change for these children. Join us in creating small miracles for kids that deserve a little more support.
Together we can do amazing things!

 DETAILS OF OUR NEW PROJECT ARE HERE