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MISSION TRIP RECAPS

Vietnam Missions: Continuing a Commitment to Service

Project Missionary’s work in Vietnam reflects an ongoing commitment to humanitarian outreach, community partnership, and responsible stewardship of resources. Through collaboration with trusted local organizations, volunteers, donors, and community leaders, Project Missionary seeks to support initiatives that address immediate needs while strengthening long-term relationships that create sustainable impact.

Our missions are not solely defined by the resources delivered, but by the partnerships formed, the trust built, and the collective efforts of individuals and organizations working together in service of others.

2017 Vietnam Humanitarian Mission

Project Missionary’s inaugural mission took place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Volunteers visited rehabilitation centers, hospitals, psychiatric facilities, and nursing homes to provide meals, essential supplies, financial assistance, medical support, gifts, and encouragement.

Rehabilitating Center – District 3

Located at 70 Ba Huyen Thanh Quan, District 3.

Volunteers helped provide fifty meal portions valued at approximately 200,000 VND per portion and supported free leg prostheses for individuals without financial means.

Hospital for Traumatology, Orthopedic, and Myeloma – District 5

Located on Tran Hung Dao Boulevard, District 5.

Approximately sixty portions were distributed, valued at approximately 400,000 VND per portion. Financial support was also provided to help patients with transportation expenses related to treatment and recovery.

Center for Psychiatry – Thu Duc District

Located in the Tam Binh area of Thu Duc District.

Volunteers served approximately 300 patients through meals, gifts, companionship, and encouragement. Each portion ranged from approximately 70,000 to 100,000 VND.

Rehabilitation Center – District 8

Located on Au Duong Lan Street near the Y Bridge.

Approximately 200 patients were served. Many residents remained at the center for months or years due to financial hardship and ongoing rehabilitation needs. Volunteers provided meals, gifts, supplies, encouragement, and personal interaction.

Nursing Center Thanh Loc – District 12

Located in the Thanh Loc area of District 12.

Approximately 200 elderly residents received meals, gifts, and support valued at approximately 150,000 VND per person. The center provided shelter and care for seniors who no longer had homes or family support.

Additional Outreach

Mission volunteers also participated in:

• Donations to cancer patients
• Support for physically disabled individuals
• Distribution of medications and hygiene supplies
• Financial assistance for transportation and treatment expenses
• Outreach to homeless individuals
• Participation in Special Olympics activities supporting individuals with disabilities

The mission demonstrated the power of compassion, generosity, and human connection.

COVID-19 Years

During the COVID-19 pandemic, travel restrictions limited in-person outreach efforts. Despite these challenges, Project Missionary remained committed to supporting communities through partnerships, communication, resource-sharing, and ongoing collaboration.

2023 Vietnam Mission

In 2023, Project Missionary continued its humanitarian outreach efforts in Vietnam through collaboration with Stable Anchor Manor Foundation, SV007, and local community partners. Building upon relationships established through previous missions, volunteers traveled to Vietnam to support communities through resource distribution, food assistance, and direct engagement with local organizations serving those in need.

A significant portion of the mission’s documented activities took place alongside Stable Anchor Manor Foundation, where Project Missionary members worked closely with volunteers, community leaders, and local partners to help coordinate humanitarian efforts and deliver assistance to local families, children, seniors, and vulnerable populations. Through these collaborative efforts, food supplies, essential resources, and financial support were directed to organizations capable of making an immediate and meaningful impact within their communities.

Project Missionary also collaborated with SV007 and other local organizations to further outreach efforts throughout the region. In addition to participating in community support activities, team members served as liaisons between donors, sponsors, nonprofit organizations, and local communities. This role included helping facilitate the transportation, stewardship, and allocation of donated funds and resources, helping ensure that assistance reached the individuals and families for whom it was intended.

Beyond the delivery of aid, the mission focused on strengthening relationships with trusted local organizations and community leaders. These partnerships continue to serve as the foundation for future outreach efforts, creating opportunities for sustainable support and long-term impact that extend well beyond any single mission trip.

The mission concluded with recognition of the collaborative efforts between Project Missionary and its partner organizations, including the presentation of a Certificate of Merit acknowledging the shared commitment to humanitarian service, community support, and partnership.

Photo Highlights

• Collaboration with Stable Anchor Manor Foundation volunteers and leadership.
• Food distribution and humanitarian outreach efforts.
• Resource transportation and allocation activities.
• Community engagement with local families and children.
• Volunteer service projects and partnership activities.
• Collaboration with SV007 and local community organizations.
• Certificate of Merit recognizing humanitarian contributions and partnership.

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2025 Vietnam Mission

In 2025, Project Missionary returned to Vietnam to continue supporting the relationships and humanitarian initiatives established through previous outreach efforts. While the mission was smaller in scope and less extensively documented than prior years, the commitment to serving local communities remained steadfast.

Working alongside Stable Anchor Manor Foundation, SV007, and local community partners, Project Missionary continued its role as a bridge between donors, volunteers, and organizations serving those in need. Through ongoing collaboration, financial support, and resource coordination, the organization helped ensure that donated funds and supplies reached trusted local partners who could effectively distribute assistance within their communities.

As with previous missions, Project Missionary members represented the organization’s values of service, stewardship, and compassion while strengthening relationships with community leaders, volunteers, and partner organizations. Although much of the work occurred through coordination, planning, and support efforts rather than large-scale public events, the mission reinforced the importance of maintaining long-term partnerships that continue to benefit local communities year after year.

The 2025 mission also reflected Project Missionary’s belief that service extends beyond basic necessities and includes supporting opportunities that foster dignity, inclusion, and community engagement. Through collaboration with SV007 and local partners, Project Missionary representatives participated in activities connected to the 2025 National Championship for Persons with Disabilities, celebrating perseverance, achievement, and the importance of creating opportunities for individuals of all abilities to participate fully within their communities.

While fewer photographs were captured during this mission, the work accomplished continued to strengthen the relationships established in previous years and demonstrated the value of sustained collaboration with trusted local organizations. The mission concluded with continued recognition of the partnership and shared commitment to humanitarian service, including the presentation of a Certificate of Merit acknowledging these ongoing efforts.

Photo Highlights

• Distribution of food and essential supplies to local children and families.
• Community outreach activities conducted alongside local partner organizations.
• Collaboration with SV007 and local community leaders.
• Participation in activities connected to the 2025 National Championship for Persons with Disabilities.
• Group photos with local volunteers and community members.
• Certificate of Merit recognizing continued partnership and service.

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Building Lasting Partnerships Through Service

Across both the 2023 and 2025 Vietnam Missions, Project Missionary’s role extended beyond the delivery of donations. The organization served as a bridge connecting donors, volunteers, nonprofit organizations, and local communities through collaboration, stewardship, and shared service.

Working alongside Stable Anchor Manor Foundation, SV007, and other local partners, Project Missionary helped facilitate the responsible transportation, allocation, and distribution of financial contributions, food supplies, and humanitarian resources. By supporting trusted organizations already embedded within their communities, these efforts helped maximize the impact of donations while ensuring resources reached those most in need.

Equally important was the role of relationship-building. Through ongoing collaboration, Project Missionary has worked to strengthen connections between international supporters and local organizations dedicated to serving their communities. These partnerships have created opportunities not only for humanitarian assistance, but also for community development, inclusion initiatives, and future outreach efforts.

The impact of these missions is measured not only by the resources delivered, but also by the lasting relationships formed, the trust cultivated between partners, and the collective commitment to improving the lives of others through compassion, service, and shared responsibility.

Looking Ahead to 2026

Project Missionary is currently planning its next mission trip and looks forward to expanding outreach efforts, strengthening partnerships, and continuing to serve communities throughout Vietnam.

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