Krousar Thmey, the first Cambodian organization helping disadvantaged children, born in 1991 in the Site II refugee camp in Thailand.
Our Mission
Since 1991, Krousar Thmey has been dedicated to the development of disadvantaged children in Cambodia, ensuring they grow with identity, integration, and dignity.
Our Vision
A world in which all children are empowered to grow into independent and responsible adults.
Our Values
IDENTITY
Every child can reconnect with their roots and traditions
INTEGRATION
Every child is fully integrated into Cambodian society
DIGNITY
DIGNITY Every child is respected and can build the future they deserve.
How We Work
Krousar Thmey offers a portfolio of cross-cutting programs and projects supporting 4,079 children in their development: Child Welfare, special and inclusive Education for Deaf or Blind Children, Cultural and Artistic Development, Academic and Career Counseling, as well as Health and Hygiene. In the spirit of sustainable action, Krousar Thmey ensures that its support does not lead to any privilege, dependence or disparity in the community.
"Krousar Thmey's main principle is the development of projects led by Cambodians for Cambodians."
Only two foreign volunteers provide the organization with support in communication, donor relations and project coordination. Apolitical and secular, the action of Krousar Thmey has been acknowledged internationally for its impact, capacity for innovation and sustainability.
Krousar Thmey operates 3 programs and 2 cross-cutting projects in 15 Cambodian provinces
Child Welfare
Education for Deaf or Blind Children
Cultural and Artistic Development
Academic and Career Counseling
Health and Hygiene
Key Figures
Real numbers behind our commitment to Cambodia's children. Every statistic represents lives changed, futures transformed, and hope restored.
CHILDREN AND YOUTHS SUPPORTED IN 2025
CHILDREN DIRECTLY SUPPORTED BY THE CHILD WELFARE PROGRAM
STUDENTS IN 5 SPECIAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOLS FOR DEAF OR BLIND CHILDREN
STUDENTS AT THE SCHOOL OF KHMERS ARTS AND CULTURE IN SEREY SOPHON
YOUTHS SUPPORTED BY THE ACADEMIC AND CAREER COUNSELING PROJECT
Organization At A Glance
Key operational metrics that define our organization
Cambodian & Expat Staff
Annual Budget (USD)
Administrative Costs
Krousar Thmey Worldwide
Krousar Thmey benefits from the support of various entities around the world. Their fundraising and communication networks greatly contribute to the success of all programs and projects.
To know more about each international structure:
France
Krousar Thmey France
Singapore
Krousar Thmey Singapore
Krousar Thmey Singapore 29 Leonie Hill, Horizon Towers West Apt 13-04 Singapore
Switzerland
Krousar Thmey Switzerland
Krousar Thmey Switzerland c/o Mme Sylvie Bédat Route de Florissant 89 A 1206 Geneva