The municipal People’s Committee, in coordination with the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Committee of Ha Noi, held the “Joining hands for the poor and social welfare” program on October 26, honoring organizations and businesses for their contribution.
The event was organized in response to the “For the Poor – Leaving No One Behind” emulation movement launched by the Prime Minister to promote solidarity, mobilize social resources and improve living conditions.
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President of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front Committee of Ha Noi Bui Huyen Mai and Standing Vice Chairman of the municipal People's Committee Duong Duc Tuan receive the donations and present letters of appreciation to the participating organizations (Photo: thanhuyhanoi.vn) |
Bui Huyen Mai, President of the VFF Committee of Ha Noi, said the city had consistently prioritized social welfare, particularly for near-poor households, families facing exceptional hardship and vulnerable groups. Thanks to efforts by the political system and support from businesses and the public, Ha Noi now has no poor households under the national multidimensional poverty standard.
Since 2025, the municipal “For the Poor” Fund has received more than VND 116 billion, while commune- and ward-level funds have raised over VND 126 billion.
The funds have supported the construction and repair of 1,325 houses, provided livelihoods and transport means, covered medical and education expenses, and delivered thousands of gifts to near-poor households and disadvantaged families during holidays and the Lunar New Year.
Mai stressed that the city’s development should be measured not only by economic growth and modern infrastructure but also by people’s quality of life and community support for those in need. She pledged that donations would be managed transparently and used for their intended purposes and beneficiaries in a timely and effective manner.
A highlight of the program was an exchange themed “Connecting Compassion – Sharing Hope,” linking the main venue at the Viet Xo Friendship Labor Cultural Palace with Kieu Phu, Da Phuc and Hat Mon communes. Stories from the localities illustrated how social welfare support helped people overcome hardship, stabilize their lives and escape poverty sustainably.
According to the Ha Noi VFF Committee, by 5pm on October 26, organizers had received around VND 74 billion from organizations, businesses and philanthropists for the 2026 “For the Poor” Fund.
At the event, 12 organizations received certificates of merit from the Ha Noi Party Committee and 14 others were commended by the Chairperson of the municipal People’s Committee for contribution to the “For Vietnam’s Seas and Islands” Fund. Another 19 organizations were recognized for fundraising and relief efforts for people affected by natural disasters in 2025, while 20 organizations and businesses were honored for their social welfare contribution.
The organizers also provided livelihood assistance through VFF committees in 30 communes and wards to help near-poor households and disadvantaged families develop production and business activities and increase their incomes.
Source: VNA