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Charities and foundations working in Thailand: what they say they do, how to get involved, and what to check before you give your money or your time.
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What this is & why you'd need it
Some foreigners living in or retiring to Thailand want to give back, through donations, volunteering or a gift in a will. Charities and foundations run community, education, animal and elder-support projects, and a few publish reports on their work. BAANLYY lists these organisations: it does not collect donations, has not audited any organisation listed here, and is not a party to any gift or volunteering arrangement. What a listing says is the organisation's own description, so check it directly before you give.
Listed providers
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What to look for
- The organisation's registered name, address and how it is registered in Thailand, stated plainly
- A published report or project update you can read, with dates
- A donation route to an account in the organisation's own name, not a person's
- Clear contact details and a reply to a plain question
Questions to ask before you commit
Q. What is your registered name and how are you registered in Thailand?
Q. How are donations used, and can I see a recent report?
Q. Will I get a receipt, and is a gift deductible in my country or in Thailand?
Q. If I want to volunteer, what does the role involve and what does it cost me?
Red flags
Walk away if you see…
- A request to pay into a personal account
- Pressure to give straight away, or emotional urgency with no detail
- No registered name or address, or details that change between pages
- Promises about tax savings from a gift. Ask your own adviser
What it typically costs
Giving is voluntary and there is no standard amount. Volunteering schemes can charge fees for food, lodging or placement, so ask what is covered before you commit.
Frequently asked
Does BAANLYY collect donations?No. BAANLYY is a listing portal. It does not collect or pass on donations and is not a party to any gift or volunteering arrangement.
Has BAANLYY checked these charities?No. A listing shows what the organisation says about itself, taken from its website or its own reply. BAANLYY has not audited it and the listing is not an endorsement.
Where can I read more before I give or volunteer?See our volunteering in Thailand guide and our guide to common scams, then ask the organisation the questions on this page.
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General information only — not legal, financial, medical or tax advice. We never take paid placement. Verify any provider's credentials, fees and terms directly before committing.