I’ve known VNHELP since its inception, 20 years ago. In the beginning, as a CPA, I volunteered to be their accountant so I can attest to the transparency of this organization. I know for a fact that all of the funds raised for VNHELP have gone directly to its cause. There have been instances where I had a chance to go back to Vietnam to visit VNHELP projects without notifying them ahead of time. I was very impressed that the money coming from generous donors had been spent in a very efficient way.

I lost my husband, Volker Dolch,in 2003. He left a big hole in my heart. After he was gone, I needed to find a new focus to fill the emptiness and to heal my heart. I started looking for a charitable organization to work with and found VNHELP. Several things attracted me to get involved with VNHELP. They maintain a very low overhead so most of our contributions go directly to the projects we fund. Secondly I was intrigued with Thu Do and the board of directors for their effort to grow the organization and make it run smoothly and efficiently. I am committed to continuing my support of VNHELP as long as I am able. I ask that all of you make a similar commitment. One person cannot do it alone but together we can make significant changes that impact the lives of so many people. I hope you find giving as rewarding as I do.

We first became acquainted with VNHelp in 2010 at the “Mua Thu Cho Em” concert in Orange County. It was at this concert that we learned about the organization’s charitable mission to help disadvantaged individuals, communities, and orphans in Vietnam. With no children of our own, we decided to participate in the VNHelp’s Sponsor A Child program. My husband and I have experienced pure happiness in joining VNHelp and giving our parental love and support to the unfortunate children in Vietnam.

The Rotary Club of San Jose Foundation has worked with VNHelp and Thu Do their executive director for the past several years. We have completed eight projects with them and they have been great partners. We appreciate that VNHelp is involved with every project from start to finish. After the completion of each project, we received pictures and a written report detailing how our funds were spent. Thu has also provided final reports for Rotary International when needed. Most importantly, Thu and VNHelp have provided many of our members with the opportunity to travel to Vietnam and observe the projects that we have funded and meet some of the beneficiaries. This component has been critical for us continuing to fund additional projects such as school furniture, water projects, and wheelchair distributions in Vietnam.