Q3 2025
Volunteers in Action: Inspiring Change Through Compassion
Message from the Team
This quarter, we celebrate not only the continued impact of our programs under our new name, KCCO but also the power of compassion in action. Volunteers play an invaluable role in our mission, bringing fresh energy, expertise, and kindness that make a lasting difference in the lives of Cambodian children.
A special highlight goes to Sam and Greg, two Australian volunteers who have spent the past months teaching English to children at our Head Office in Kampot, Anlungkuki Community School (ACS), and O Toch Primary School. Their engaging lessons and supportive approach inspired students and strengthened our local teachers’ capacity through shared learning and new teaching techniques.
Their dedication proves how simple acts of service can create lasting change.
Sam and Greg, the volunteers, helping with English classes at O Toch and Head office.
Dental Health Care:
Prevention First, Smiles for Life
Our Dental Program continues to bring healthy smiles to children across Kampot, Kampong Speu, and Takeo provinces, reaching remote areas where dental care is rare.
Through our permanent and mobile dental clinics, we provided:
Free dental services to 10,421 children, including screenings, Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) application, treatments, and oral health education.
5,098 young children received fluoride varnish treatment and oral health messages through the Cambodia Smile Intervention (CSI) at 31 health centers.
This quarter, we invested a tremendous amount of time and effort conducting a Dental Health Survey with the Cambodian Integrated Program Organization (CIPO) across 11 schools, helping us evaluate the effectiveness of the CSI program and improve preventive strategies.
With an emphasis on prevention over treatment, our teams empower children with lifelong dental care habits - stopping decay before it starts and building a healthier generation from the ground up.
“Prevention today means brighter smiles tomorrow — and a healthier future for every child.”
WASHH Program:
Clean Water, Healthy Futures
This quarter, our WASHH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene for Health) program continued to ensure that children have access to safe drinking water, improved sanitation, and cleaner learning environments.
30 new Water Purification Systems (WPS) were installed, benefiting over 7,500 students.
2 new toilets were built and 6 renovated, along with 7 new handwashing and waste management facilities.
Regular pH and microbial testing confirmed that all WPS units are delivering clean, safe drinking water.
Improved sanitation has also encouraged better school attendance especially among girls.
Over 80% of students now use durable refillable bottles, reducing single-use plastic waste and promoting environmental responsibility across schools.
New toilet at Tropeang Andeuk Primary School in Traimkok District, Takeo
Education & Empowerment:
Learning Without Limits
More than 2,100 students benefited from free English, computer, preschool, and non-formal classes this quarter helping them gain the skills and confidence to build brighter futures.
A highlight was the 2025 National Grade 12 English Examination results:
KCCO English class students achieved a 59% pass rate, compared to only 15% among Kampot’s public-school students, more than double the rate of improvement from the previous year.
Several students also earned university scholarships in Phnom Penh, many through English entrance exams.
These results demonstrate the strong foundation built through our English education program and the dedication of both our teachers and students
English Class students learning enthusiastically
Computer class at Ranaridd High School, Toek Chhou district, Kampot province.
At Anlungkuki Community School (ACS):
42 students were promoted to the next level and 114 completed their courses.
Students continued engaging in traditional dance, cooking, and gardening activities, nurturing both cultural pride and life skills.
Our Computer, Non-Formal Education & Preschool Programs continued to empower learners:
117 students completed computer training courses, gaining practical digital skills for future employment.
400 students participated in non-formal and preschool classes, showing measurable improvements in literacy and numeracy.
132 preschool children prepared to enrol in primary school.
Mobile Library team also received professional training from the Ministry of Education and KAPE to enhance reading engagement.
Non Formal class providing additional lessons to primary school students
The Student Aid Program continues to support five university students, including one dentistry student sponsored by KCCO and four others through the LUFF Foundation.Their strong academic progress continues to inspire younger students in our community.
Indebted to their teacher : former students who successfully passed their national grade 12 exam with good Grades paying a visit to their beloved teacher, Sok
New enrolments for Traditional dancing class
Social & Life skill classes : Gardening activities
Meanwhile, our Model School Project continues to drive long-term improvements in school quality and management.
A total of 17 schools participating in the project to date, with 11 already meeting our model school standards and 6 are still in progress.
Participating Schools achieved upgrades including toilet renovations, new playgrounds, sitting benches, flagpoles, and school gates.
To date, Sixteen schools have received 3-star score and one school received 2-star score from the Department of Education
Since 2022, the program has helped schools collectively raise over USD 48,000 in local funds for their own development, a testament to self-sustaining community ownership.
Sharing Best Practices Among School Directors
Children enjoying the new playground at Dob Sralao PS
Class room repair
We also completed classroom floor repairs at Ranaridd High School, originally built in 2011 through a donation by Ian Murray, a close friend of our late founder Paget Sayers.
Community Development:
Compassion That Builds Futures
Our Community Development Program continues to strengthen families and foster self-reliance through the generous support of Club 500, LUFF Foundation, Jim Pollock, and many other kind-hearted donors. This quarter we have :
1.Build Safe and Dignified Homes
Constructed 8 toilets, renovated 2 homes, and built 1 new house for families in need.
Distributed 18 water jars and 15 filters, ensuring access to clean water and encouraging shared community responsibility.
Som Ngom’s family lived in this shelter, embracing storms & rains for years.
They are very happy and grateful to be able to live in this new home now.
2. Supporting Families and Children
Club 500 continues to sponsor students and fund English classes led by a former student whom they supported.
LUFF Foundation sustains the Soup Kitchen at Sereythenay Primary School, providing daily lunches to 40 children and tuition support for 6 older students.
KCCO supports four orphans - Rathan, Sreypich, Thida, and Phanith, covering their living and education costs.
3. Income Generating Activities (IGA) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs) help families gain financial stability
10 families earned income through small-scale livestock and farming.
Self-Help Group (SHG) members continued saving and loan repayments, showing steady progress toward financial independence.
Our Rubbish Collection Service, though still growing, continues to raise environmental awareness, supported by KCCO subsidies.
4. Vocational Training
We continue to support youths participating in vocational training including motor mechanics, coffee and beverage making, and other practical skills like electrical and air conditioning courses.
Strytouch taking Barista course at Phnom Penh
Sambo are able to recognise motorcyle parts, changing motor oil & remove motor parts now
5. Supporting Partner NGOs
We are proud to extend our compassion through partnership with:
Kep Gardens Association (KGA)
Cambodian Children Advocacy Foundation (CCAF)
Chumkriel Language School (CLS)
Through these partnerships, hundreds of additional children continue to receive preschool, English, and non-formal education, expanding the ripple of impact beyond KCCO’s own programs.
CCAF Preschool Class
Kep Gardens' English Class
“Every home repaired, every meal served, every lesson learned — each is a step toward dignity, hope, and lasting change.”
Success Story: Ry Nita
From ACS Student to Scholarship Winner
Ry Nita, the youngest daughter of a poor farming family in Anlungkuki Village, began her education twelve years ago at Anlungkuki Community School (ACS). Despite her father’s disability and her family’s hardships, Nita’s determination and cheerful spirit have always stood out.
Known for arriving early to help clean classrooms and staying late to practice English with volunteers, Nita’s dedication paid off — she passed the national Grade 12 exam with a Grade A, including a Grade C in English.
Her journey was made possible through the generous support of kind-hearted donors like Jim Pollock and his friends, whose contributions have given many students like Nita the opportunity to pursue their education and dreams.
With her excellent results, she earned two university scholarships, in Economics at the National University of Management and Information Technology at the Royal University of Phnom Penh. She has chosen to pursue IT and is now preparing for her entrance exams.
“Nita's journey from ACS to university success shows how education and your support can truly change lives.”
Together, We Build Hope
This quarter reminds us that progress happens when compassion meets commitment.
Your generosity, whether through time, funding, or encouragement continues to change lives across Cambodia.
When compassion meets action, change becomes unstoppable!
Proud students received certificates for completing their course in ACS