My Nonprofit Reviews

From my first phone call with Warm Heart's co-founder, Evelind Schecter, I knew that the organization was something special-- the genuine love that she and her husband, Michael, had for their work and the people that they live alongside and serve radiated through her words. I could already tell that my time at Warm Heart would be extremely transformative... little did I know just how much!

Warm Heart is a multifaceted NGO that serves rural northern Thailand in the areas of Education, Public Health, Microenterprise, and Environmental Sustainability. While there, my focus was Public Health and Education, and my duties within those areas included assisting the Warm Heart children with daily homework, teaching English classes, teaching special classes on subjects such as science or self-esteem building, and conducting regular public health visits to assist elderly and disabled members of the community. However, I often worked in other fields as well, performing tasks such as making Biochar, travelling to agricultural events, and advertising and planning for Warm Heart's 10th Anniversary celebration. While sometimes it was difficult to see how my work would be impactful in the grand scheme of Warm Heart's operation, Michael and Evelind, the kids, and the staff always served as a reminder that the greatest successes are accomplished through small victories that add up.

The most special part of my time at Warm Heart were the Thai people that I connected with. Never have I met more lovely, welcoming, (patient!), and kind individuals. From Warm Heart's children who will forever hold a large place in my heart, to the Warm Heart staff and community members of Phrao who endured my butchering of the Thai language, to those who I will consider lifelong friends, that is what truly sets Warm Heart apart-- the organization's relationships with the people that it serves, and the ability for volunteers who may only call Thailand home for a short while to feel as if they are deeply connected with those that they work for and alongside.

I feel so fortunate to have helped welcome Warm Heart into its 10th year of operation during my time there and I pray that it sees many more!