The World Of Tzu Chi March 2025 (Vol.153)

11 TZU CHI 153 resume classes by February 17, the volunteers acted swiftly, ensuring the necessary support was in place before the scheduled reopening day. In appreciation, the school offered its hall as one of the venues for Tzu Chi’s relief fund distribution. Principal Tiong Yieug Nee expressed gratitude to Tzu Chi and all kind-hearted individuals for the outpouring of support, which enabled the school to recover so quickly. She hopes more people will embrace charity and spread love in society. The school’s Board Chairman, Sim Soon Nian, shared similar sentiments. Although he had heard of Tzu Chi before, he had never participated in its activities. Witnessing the volunteers’ meticulous organisation during the distribution ceremony left him both surprised and moved. Inspired by the spirit of the Bamboo Bank Era, he now hopes to introduce it to the school, nurturing a culture of kindness among students. Planting seeds of gratitude “Thank you for helping us during and after the flood, providing essential supplies, food, and even cleaning up.” “Thank you Tzu Chi for your assistance and support during the flood. Your kindness means so much to us, and we cherish it. May you be blessed for your generosity.” More than half of the students at Chung Hua Sibuti came from flood-affected families and received relief funds from Tzu Chi. Under their teachers’ guidance, the students hand- crafted thank-you cards. Beyond expressing thanks, the teachers saw this as a meaningful lesson in life – one that teaches children to be grateful, cherish what they have, and help others in need. As the students watched volunteers give selflessly, they began to understand that love is not just something to receive but also something to pass on. Some children drew bright suns and flowers to symbolise warmth and hope, while others wrote heartfelt messages of thanks. Some even illustrated people helping one another, a testament to the strength of unity in the aftermath of disaster. These cards were more than just expressions of gratitude – they were seeds of kindness, quietly taking root in young hearts. While lives are gradually returning to normalcy, the love and compassion that emerged in the wake of the floods continue to ripple outward. In the face of hardship, kindness becomes the bridge that connects lives, bringing warmth, hope, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow. Guided by their teachers, children at Chung Hua Sibuti made thank-you cards, expressing their gratitude and planting the seeds of kindness in their hearts. [Photo by Sandra Lim] Watch the video: