From Hardship to Lasting Hope.

We create sustainable, community-driven solutions for Vietnam’s most vulnerable populations.

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Change a Life,
Including Your Own.

The Hong Lien Foundation primary focus is to uplift regions in Vietnam that are affected by hunger, poverty, and the health effects resulting from the legacy of Agent Orange.

Through strategic partnerships and organized volunteer trips, we provide essential aid across three core pillars: Health Access, Food Security, and Education. Together, we build strong foundations so families can thrive on their own for generations to come.

Join us in 2027 for an unforgettable international volunteer journey to Central Vietnam. Medical, dental and other essential volunteers will work alongside local communities to reach families living far from essential services, while creating meaningful connections and experiences that extend far beyond the mission itself.

Vietnam, 2027

Ending Poverty in Vietnam: Our Mission, Impact, and News from the Field

Watch how systemic poverty affects rural communities in Vietnam and how the Hong Lien Foundation is taking action. From understanding the root causes of regional hardship to featured news coverage, heartfelt volunteer testimonials, and the highlight reel from our July 2026 mission—see how your support transforms lives on the ground.

How to watch:

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For English on Channel 11, click ⚙️ inside the video player and select Audio Track > English.

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Mission 2026 Highlight Reel

A vibrant celebration of hope, healthcare access, and community support in action across Central Vietnam.

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Our Aims

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Food Security

– ensuring reliable access to nutritious food

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Expanding Healthcare Access

– delivering essential medical, dental, and vision services

See our healthcare impact in A Lưới →

Educating Children

– empowering youth through access to secondary education

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Our Impact

Driving Lasting Change Together

This year, our team provided free medical and dental care to over 2,000 patients, delivered essential food relief, and launched sustainable livestock programs across five remote A Lưới communities.

Witnessing the Impact

10 Days of Hope in A Lưới

For 10 days, more than 100 volunteers from Vietnam and the United States came together to serve one of Vietnam’s most underserved communities. Together, we provided healthcare, distributed food, piloted sustainable programs, strengthened partnerships, and laid the foundation for long-term change.

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From Pilot to Possibility

Two small pilots. Two big opportunities to create lasting impact. Read more about our Sustainable Food Pilot and Community Health Pilot.

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The Cost of a Mother’s Voice

Read a heart-breaking story of a family still living under the generational shadow of Agent Orange.

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September Focus

Spotlight: National Early Literacy Month

In observation of National Early Literacy Month, explore our feature series on overcoming systemic barriers, supporting bilingual education, and expanding access for students in highland communities.

Sept 1 Feature Story

Beyond the Tuition Illusion: The Real Price of Literacy in Vietnam

While tuition is free in Vietnam, hidden institutional fees and severe economic, linguistic, and geographical barriers trigger a steep secondary school dropout cliff for ethnic minority youth in rural highlands like A Lưới.

Uncover the hidden costs of literacy in A Lưới →

HEART CHECK

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If you have a completely free Saturday afternoon, you are most likely to...

What makes you feel most profoundly connected to a humanitarian cause?

When you think about the concept of 'charity,' what word jumps out first?

If a close friend asks you to support a movement, how do you prefer to show up?

Which aspect of the Hong Lien Foundation's pillars resonates most with you?

When you support a charity, what is your favorite way to hear updates about their work?

Ultimately, what do you think is the best way to change the world?

THE CATALYST

Your heart beats for direct action.

You are a hands-on builder who thrives on raw human connection. You want to see change manifest with your own two eyes and prefer to give your energy directly to the frontlines. Your strengths are a perfect match for our community engagement groups.

Want to donate instead? Explore Volunteer Options

THE PILLAR

Your heart beats for strategic enablement.

You recognize that lasting, systemic change requires reliable architecture and fuel. Your approach is highly practical—you want to empower doctors, secure food infrastructure, and build generational scholarship pathways through targeted financial backing.

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THE WITNESS

Your heart beats for truth and legacy.

You value deep structural understanding, history, and community narratives. You believe that before a culture can heal, its struggles must be fully honored and remembered. By standing as an ally and carrying these lessons forward, you play a vital role.

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