About Sisters on Samui

Sisters on Samui (SOS) is a non-profit NGO, with Charitable Foundation status (Thai Reg.  2/2564). We aim to support those in need on Koh Samui, Thailand through fundraising activities, community outreach programs and regular events. 

SOS was first formed in 1997 by a group of women living on the island. The ladies arranged to meet for monthly lunches and raised funds for charity. One of the first big contributions to the Samui community included the donation of an incubator to the babies ward at Koh Samui Hospital.  

More than 26 years on, the group continues to bring together women for social lunches every month, with 100 THB from each attendee contributing to our community outreach programs. Since 1997, we have given back to the Samui community supporting projects with the Koh Samui Hospital, the Koh Samui Prison and Koh Samui Rescue.  Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, we united with the community to launch our #FEED SAMUI initiative to provide food packages to the families of displaced Thai and Migrant workers on Koh Samui affected by the pandemic, and our Green Sisters group that helped to fund and setup community gardens in schools and villages. Part of the Education section, Learning Hands ran as a mobile preschool for migrant children aged 1 to 11 years of age.

Join us to have fun, support our community and give back to our island home. Together, we can create a community that thrives, connects, and supports one another. Our current Community Outreach initiatives include our Education Program, Music in schools and Local Matters. Along with our charity shop, Marketplace by SOS, Koh Kraft by SOS and a fun calendar of events throughout the year.

Meaningful Connections

Sisters on Samui hosts events every month to help make meaningful connections and memorable experiences for the women living on our beautiful island.

Community Outreach

Through our community outreach programs, we aim to make a meaningful impact on the lives of both the local Thai and migrant community in Koh Samui.

Enterprise

A new initiative designed to empower Thai women through skill-based teaching in crochet, knitting and sewing – both by machine and hand called Koh Kraft by SOS.

Our Thai Board

Providing local expertise, guiding governance and leadership to ensure culturally sensitive and impactful initiatives for our Foundation.

Our Helpers

Join us in driving community outreach, fundraising, and support efforts. Make a difference, connect with others, and contribute to impactful initiatives with passion and dedication.

Our Committee

Our volunteer committee plans and leads community outreach and fundraising initiatives throughout the year. They help organise events, manage resources and ensure our efforts making a meaningful impact.