A retired teacher in central Thailand has donated 1 million baht (US$30,000) from her personal savings to upgrade hospital rooms, earning widespread praise for her generosity.
Malee Sriraksa, who previously taught at Wat Yai Soi School in Khai Bang Rachan district, rode her motorcycle to Sing Buri Hospital to personally hand over the donation, Khaosod English reported.
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Malee Sriraksa (center) and Sing Buri hospital director Pirun Pitahongnan (left). Photo from Sing Buri Facebook |
The funds will be used to renovate the hospital’s private patient rooms, providing more modern and comfortable facilities for patients from Sing Buri and surrounding provinces.
Hospital director Pirun Pitahongnan received the donation, expressed his gratitude and assured Malee that the money would be spent on the planned improvements, according to Thairath.
Before leaving the hospital, Malee smiled as she shared her feelings about the contribution. “My heart feels so full,” she said.
A video showing her visit circulated widely on social media, drawing praise from Thai netizens for her kindness and modesty.
Sing Buri Hospital also posted photographs expressing appreciation for the retired teacher’s generosity and wishing her good health.