May 19, 2024 – Dr. Grace Swe Zin Htaik, unit-director of Myittar (English Title – Unbroken Ties), and the Foundation Orphanage Ambassador, was awarded with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the 19th Monaco Charity Film Festival. This recognition celebrates Dr. Grace’s remarkable contributions to Myanmar’s art, culture, and entertainment industry, alongside her inspiring philanthropic efforts. With a legacy of over 200 films and a steadfast advocacy for filmmakers in Myanmar, Dr. Grace’s work continues to be a beacon of inspiration. Congratulations, Dr. Grace. Read More +

San Francisco, USA – March 2, 2026 — The image in this post features “Alone,” a moving depiction of an orphaned girl created by an eight-year-old artist from Burlingame, CA, inspired by her desire to raise awareness and support for orphaned children through the Foundation’s “Art Is My Voice” program under the Sketch and Hope campaign. As we look ahead to International Art Day on April 15, we honor the orphaned children who have participated in this initiative—empowering young artists to express, through creativity, the realities of life that deserve compassion, understanding, and meaningful attention.

Yangon, Myanmar, February 14, 2026 – Two months after the commissioning of the 1,000-liter water tank on December 13, 2025, to bring clean water to the Home of Beacon Orphanage, the Foundation is proud to present our recent work under the H2OHope Campaign. Our project team successfully completed the installation of banner-signage recognizing the Foundation’s first “Clean Water Station,” where all children can freely and confidently drink safe, clean water without any concern about contamination. Read More +

Yangon, Myanmar, February 3, 2026 – The Foundation remains firmly committed to one of our longest-standing programs since the launch of our Donate to Impact initiatives, which include Rice Aid donations under the #NourishforHope campaign. This initiative was established to support orphanage homes that are in urgent need of food supplies. With humility and dedication, the Foundation continues to support one of our long-time program beneficiaries, Myittamon, through our monthly Rice Aid program. Read More +

January 15, 2026 — Bethany Snyder, a native of Pennsylvania, USA, an engineer by profession, and a true Champion of Hearts for community service and giving back, shares how her one-month volunteer experience with the Mary K. Yap Foundation in Yangon touched her more deeply than any work she has undertaken in her professional career. In just a short time, the children, the community, and the shared purpose left a lasting mark on her heart. Read More +

January 05, 2026 – San Francisco, USA – As we reflect on the milestones achieved this past year, we are deeply grateful for the dedicated support of our partners, donors, and the communities we serve. Each achievement stands as a testament to our shared commitment to compassion, resilience, and lasting impact. Looking ahead to 2026, we move forward with renewed purpose, guided by hope and a clear vision for the path ahead. Read More+

December 28, 2025 – Yangon, Myanmar – The Foundation proudly commissioned the #H20Hope clean drinking water system at the Home of Beacon, providing 85 children with safe, reliable water from a 1,000 ML tank. The installation, featuring advanced treatment, purification, and filtration, ensures children’s health and daily needs are supported. This milestone marks the first step in the Foundation’s mission to uphold the basic rights of orphanages across Myanmar, made possible by the support of our donors and community partners. Read More +

December 21, 2025 – Hwambi, Myanmar – The Foundation proudly welcomed the first participants of #MelodyofJoy, joining hands with the Myittarmone Home for the Children. This launch marks the beginning of a meaningful journey where creativity builds confidence and connection, made possible through the support of our donor community of friends, family, and business partners.  Read More +

December 20, 2025 – Yangon, Myanmar – The Foundation proudly welcomed the first students of #SketchandHope, a social confidence-building program for orphan children. Through creative activities like sketching, storytelling, and teamwork projects, children learn to express themselves and build important social skills. This milestone marks the beginning of a journey empowering children to grow with confidence, made possible by the support of generous donors.

December 15, 2025 – Yangon, Myanmar — The Foundation is gearing up to launch #MelodyofJoy this 2025 Christmas season, a vibrant part of the “Music Is My Voice” campaign. Celebrated alongside orphanage ambassadors, passionate volunteers, generous supporters, and local artist singers, the program empowers children to build confidence through singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments.