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About Sarisa
Sarisa (Lisa/Pear) was a kind-hearted, lively, and driven person. As the only daughter of her family, she was deeply loved and cherished by everyone around her. She lived a life full of purpose. She dreamed big, worked hard, and was always looking for a way to learn, lead, and give back to her community. Over the years she became a student leader, entrepreneur, volunteer, and eventually President of the Association of Thai Students in America (ATSA). She also studied Management at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business, where she pursued her passion for hospitality and event management.
Sarisa believed deeply in the importance of education and giving back. Her warmth filled every room she walked into. We want to honor her legacy by creating this scholarship in her name. Sarisa had a deep passion for bringing people together around a shared purpose — and that’s the spirit behind this charity run.
We hope this scholarship helps students who lack proper access to education and inspires them to explore their fullest potential — the same way Sarisa did through one of her most memorable contributions, ATSA Expo 2025: Wings of Ambition. The student-led university and career fair gave Thai students the opportunity to explore their path and inspire them to never stop learning.
A Life in Pictures
About the
Sarisa Scholarship
The Sarisa Scholarship was created to honor the life, values, and legacy of Sarisa Kongduang by turning community support into educational opportunities for students who need them most.
Together with Sarisa’s family, we hope to create lasting impact through access to English-language learning, educational resources, and future opportunities.
Our goal is simple: create opportunities that can change a student’s future.
Sarisa believed that education opens doors.
An opportunity to keep learning.
For many students, learning English is more than learning a language. It is access to scholarships, university admissions, internships, careers, and opportunities that may otherwise feel out of reach. This scholarship exists to help students take that next step.
- Students we aim to support
- ~75
- Minimum age
- 15+
- Fundraising goal
- ฿150,000
What the scholarship provides
In partnership with Teach For Thailand, scholarship recipients will participate in a structured English-readiness program designed to help prepare them for future educational and career opportunities.
- Free English preparation, learning support, and resources
- Practice assessments and mock exams
- Progress tracking and goal setting
- TOEIC preparation
At the end of the program, scholarship funds will cover:
- TOEIC examination fees
- Transportation costs associated with taking the exam
Who can apply
Students aged 15 and above in Thai government schools, motivated to continue their education.
Students are identified and recommended through Teach For Thailand’s network, considering financial need, motivation, and educational potential.
Your next chapter starts here.
Applications for this round have closed. Please contact ATSA about future opportunities.
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18 July 2026 · Bangkok
A day together. A lasting gift.
Our community came together for the Charity Run for Sarisa Scholarship. Thank you to every runner, volunteer, and donor who helped transform Sarisa's legacy into opportunities for future generations.
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The run has finished. The opportunity to help a student continues. Your gift supports English learning and a future with more possibilities.
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Our Journey to ฿150K
Every step honors her memory and helps students in need
The Difference You Make
Why was this goal chosen?+
Our goal is to support approximately 75 students through the Sarisa Scholarship and provide meaningful educational opportunities that can be tracked and measured over time. With our short timeframe and first year hosting this, we believe this is a reasonable yet impactful amount.
How will donations be used?+
- TOEIC examination fees (1,800 baht per student)
- Student transportation support
- Scholarship implementation
- Educational impact tracking
Why should people donate?+
Because opportunity should not depend on circumstance.
Your donation helps provide students with the tools, confidence, and credentials needed to pursue future educational and career opportunities.
What would success look like?+
- Reaching 150,000 THB
- Supporting approximately 75 students
- Funding TOEIC examinations
- Creating measurable educational impact
- Honoring Sarisa through meaningful action
Future Updates
Your support continues beyond a single event. Here’s what we’ll share as the scholarship grows.
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Still have questions? Reach us at atsa@athaisa.org or via LINE OA @atsa.
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Partners & Sponsors
Organizational Partner
Association of Thai Students in America
Educational Partner
Teach For Thailand
Official Apparel Sponsor
Ari Running
Business Partner
SCBX
Business Partner
MTU
Business Partner
Krungthai
Special Thanks
We are grateful to Sarisa's family, Teach For Thailand, Ari Running, SCBX, MTU, Krungthai, ATSA volunteers, and every donor who helps turn this initiative into meaningful educational opportunities for Thai students.
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