September 2025 JTS Newsletter

As the cool September breeze arrives, we hope you’re staying healthy and at peace. Thanks to your warm support, our circle of sharing continues to grow, and we’re reminded that every small act of kindness comes together to create meaningful change. We’re deeply grateful for your continued support and wish you a season filled with warmth and abundance.

2025 Summer Vacation Nutrition Packages

This summer, JTS once again reached out to students from vulnerable families during their school break. A total of 827 volunteers from across the country delivered nutritious care packages to 662 households. From grocery shopping and assembling the packages to personally delivering the heavy bundles to each home, our volunteers took part in every step with joyful hearts.

Korean Doctors Visit Remote Villages in the Philippines

From August 11 to 14, a team of 26 volunteers—including 20 members of the Medical Jungto Practitioners, 4 JTS Philippines staff, and 2 members from Manila—provided medical services in four remote areas of the Philippines: Silipon, San Fernando Bonacao, Quezon, and Digongan, Kitaotao. We’re pleased to share the story of their compassionate work.

News from the Cambodia Girls’ Dormitory

The girls’ dormitory at the Battambang branch of a university in northwestern Cambodia was built with JTS support to help young women from rural areas pursue higher education in a safe environment. The dormitory was completed and celebrated with an opening ceremony in July 2024. Students and their families have shared their heartfelt gratitude to JTS for making this possible. We wish the young women here every success as they support one another, share their dreams, and build lasting friendships!

A Small Contribution to Flood Relief in Yesan

On August 19, JTS provided nine types of seasonings to 550 households affected by flooding in Yesan, Chungcheongnam-do. More than 80 volunteers came together with united hearts to prepare and deliver the packages with care. Through this support, we sincerely hope the affected residents find courage and renewed hope.

Rice Support for Vulnerable Families in Sri Lanka

JTS continues its relief efforts for vulnerable households in Sri Lanka, who are struggling due to the country’s ongoing economic crisis and recurring natural disasters. Most recently, JTS provided rice to 1,000 families—enough to feed a family of four for 20 days. Piyal, a local volunteer who helped lead the rice distribution, shared heartfelt stories from the field along with his gratitude to JTS for their continued support.