March 23, 2022 – Yangon, Myanmar – The Foundation’s film partner, Mandalay Productions, received the official Film Censorship Certificate from the MMPDO’s Censorship Board, granting final approval and nationwide theatrical release clearance for our first charity film, Myittar, which tells a moving story of love, hope, and resilience. #hopeforallorphans

March 06, 2022 – Bangkok, Thailand – After a two-year COVID-19 delay, the Foundation’s film partner, Mandalay Production LLC, successfully completed final post-production edits of our anticipated charity film—including Dolby 7.1 sound, multilingual subtitles, and DCP creation—with proceeds from ticket sales and global streaming dedicated to supporting vital orphanage programs and long-term empowerment initiatives worldwide. #unbrokenties

December 31, 2021 – During a recent visit to Parami Orphanage in Dala Township, Yangon Region, the Foundation observed the orphanage’s commitment to sustainability through its small-scale garden—capable of producing daily essentials to help nourish the children and maintain self-sufficiency—and is now exploring opportunities to support Parami and similar orphanages in expanding their sustainable gardening programs for long-term impact. #FirstSeed Read More +

September 5, 2021 – We celebrate the life of Mr. Edward Thaung, who served as a valued board member of the Foundation from 2018 to 2021, where he providing indispensable legal advice on all regulatory affairs and compliance matters in Myanmar, significantly contributing to the organization’s governance and integrity. Read More +

June 4, 2020 – In Shawpyithar, Yangon, the Foundation provides monthly rice donations to Gailee Orphanage, where Pastor Saw, founder and gatekeeper, lovingly cares for 33 children—including 15 orphans aged 4 to 16—with generous support covering up to six full months of essential nourishment and daily sustenance needs. #nourishhope

August 13, 2019 – The Foundation is pleased to announce that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has officially granted approval for the legal rights and trademark protection of the Mary K. Yap Foundation logo, proudly recognizing it as a registered symbol of our mission, values, and organizational identity worldwide. #hopeforallorphans

March 2, 2019 – The Foundation, in partnership with our film production house Mandalay Productions, hosted a “Meet the Stars” Movie for Charity event at Skyline College in San Bruno, CA, where Foundation Chairman, Dr. John Palmer and Executive Producer Peter K. Yap were joined by cast and crew members Htun Eindra Bo, Gin Mung, May Maung, and Meme Lwin (script supervisor) to connect with supporters and celebrate the mission behind the film. Read More +

July 2, 2019 – The Foundation is proud to present the opening scene of our first Movie for Charity project, Myittar (also known as Unbroken Ties), filmed at the Sacred Heart Church in Kyauktan, Thanlyin, in a real orphanage setting with an authentic cast of orphaned children, aiming to share a message of love, hope, and support for their advancement, with the film scheduled to complete post-production by the end of 2019. #unbrokenties

December 22, 2018 – The Foundation proudly hosted its 3rd Annual TeddyBear4Hold celebration at the Myittar Mon all-girls orphanage in Hmawbi, Yangon—a heartwarming, day-long get-together filled with shared laughter, warm hugs, and joyful memories, as volunteers and children came together in the spirit of care and companionship. #memelwin #TeddyBear4Hold

December 25, 2017 – Yangon, Myanmar – Over 200 children received Christmas presents and their favorite stuffed animals from Santa Claus, portrayed by English teacher Steve Sagenseller, during a joyful and heartwarming celebration at St. Francis Xavier in Thanlyin, Yangon, where our 20-member volunteer team was joined by Myanmar Academy Award winner Auntie Shwe Zin Htaike and Austrian celebrity DJ Anna Red. #hopeforallorphans