Local Matters

SOS Local Matters started in February 2021, as a way for us to support other causes in the Samui community.

Every month Sisters on Samui will seek nominations for causes & families that need a little extra help, and we and will share two of these each month. Sisters on Samui will donate 6,000 THB to each cause or family. So the total allocation to Local Matters will be 12,000 THB per month. In addition, we are supporting initiatives through the Koh Samui Red Cross.

If you would like to be involved in the nomination and selection of Local Matters causes, please email info@sistersonsamui.org.

Sisters on Samui forms ongoing relationships with these families and causes, and makes follow up visits to see how else we can help. As a result of sharing these stories, we’ve also been able to get extra support from other volunteers in the community to support these families.

Supporting Our Local Community

Since February 2021, the Local Matters program has supported many causes, including: Samui Snake & Wildlife Rescue, Sawan Maa Happy Horse Sanctuary, female hygiene and personal care products for women in the local community, a young Burmese boy with cancer of the eye, Pariah Dog Sanctuary, and purchased adult diapers for the elderly in the villages we have visited.

Supporting the Learning Centre for Magical Autistic Children

Rotary Club of Samui-Phangan, Thailand is, as they say, “a small club on a small island but trying to make a big difference in our local community.” They reached out to Sisters on Samui for support for the rent expense … Read more

Local Matters: Helping those in need during tough times

Our Local Matters pledge is to help those in need during tough times. In March 2026, we met a small family who were homeless and living without access to water or electricity. We delivered pre-loved clothes from our Marketplace for … Read more

Big-Hearted Humans Helping Animals in 2026

In 2026, Sisters on Samui is sharing the love with the incredible people on Koh Samui who assist homeless cats, street dogs, and rare wildlife. From rehoming wild snakes and running spay and neuter programs to providing hand-care for special … Read more

Local Matters: Rice Project – Koh Samui Hospital 2026

Koh Samui Hospital, located in Nathon, is the main hospital on Koh Samui. As a government-run medical facility, it serves as a vital pillar for the community. This month saw the opening of the Marina Hub, a new wing of … Read more

Want to Get in Touch with Sisters on Samui?

We love staying connected with our community! Here are the different ways you can reach us, depending on what you’re looking for: Partnership & Fundraising Inquiries For collaboration opportunities or fundraising ideas, please email partnerships@sistersonsamui.org and cc our general inbox … Read more

Halfway Through 2025—Here’s What We Achieved Together

Wow—what a first half of 2025! Thanks to YOU, Sisters on Samui raised THB 359K from January to June through 20 fun events and Marketplace by SOS, our little shop with a big heart (saving 359 bags of clothes from … Read more

Previous 123 4 5 Next

Send us your Suggestions

Please put forward your ideas of local groups and/or Thai & Burmese families on Samui who are facing extreme hardship (eg. medical conditions, etc) who could benefit from our monthly LOCAL MATTERS donations. Email info@sistersonsamui.org.

This small token of support will make a a big difference to many lives and fur-friends on the island.