New Viet Dairy and Operation Smile Vietnam Continue Their Journey of Spreading Love

Sometimes, miracles don’t come from fairy tales – they come from the hearts of those who quietly believe that every child deserves to smile.

To bring brighter futures to children born with cleft lips and palates, over the past year, New Viet Dairy continued its collaboration with the nonprofit medical organisation Operation Smile Vietnam and the Vietrace365 virtual running platform to organise the 2024 charity run “Run Love  Smile.” This marks the third year that New Viet Dairy has carried out this meaningful journey, joining hands to offer a more complete life for children across Vietnam.

With the mission “Spreading Smiles – Connecting Futures,” the program not only marked a meaningful milestone by successfully raising 350 million VND — equivalent to 35 free surgeries for underprivileged children — but also served as a symbol of unity and compassion from New Viet Dairy’s employees, partners, and community through the third season of Run Love Smile.

A Charity Run That Turns Every Step Into a Smile

In response to this meaningful initiative, New Viet Dairy employees, friends, and partners collectively accumulated over 386,794 kilometres, equivalent to thousands of heartfelt steps taken across the country.

Through this activity, a total of 350,000,000 VND was raised, enabling 35 life-changing surgeries for children with cleft lip and palate across Vietnam

Every step counted – each kilometre not only represented a personal challenge but also symbolised compassion, hope, and a real chance at a brighter life for a child in need.

A Touching Opening Ceremony at University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City

Last week, New Viet Dairy had the honour of attending the opening ceremony of Operation Smile 2024 at Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy. The event welcomed doctors, volunteers, sponsors, children, and their families.

On the ceremony, Ms. Nguyễn Thị Hoan – Chief Operating Officer of New Viet Dairy – delivered heartfelt remarks:

During the ceremony, Ms. Nguyễn Thị Hoan, Chief Operating Officer of New Viet Dairy, delivered heartfelt remarks:

“Every smile given lights up a life. We are proud to contribute to spreading hope and love through the compassionate steps taken by the New Viet Dairy team. In doing so, we find ourselves receiving even more in health, in emotional value. These experiences help nurture and strengthen our corporate culture each day.”

On that day, 79 children were screened, and 51 were successfully surgery from April 12 to April 17, 2024. Highly skilled medical professionals from University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City directly carried out the safe and human-centred procedures.

In addition, Operation Smile Vietnam volunteers and New Viet Dairy staff supported families with admission procedures, gifted care packages, and stood by the children to bring warmth and reassurance ahead of their operations.

A Brighter Future, One Smile at a Time

Children born with facial deformities not only face physical challenges related to health, speech, and eating but are also at risk of social exclusion, discrimination, and low self-esteem. Every surgery helps not just to transform appearances but also to restore hope and improve children’s chances of integrating fully into society.

With over 63,000 surgeries performed in Vietnam since 1989, Operation Smile continues its mission to bring both literal and symbolic smiles to thousands of children nationwide.

Corporate Social Responsibility – A Long-Term Mission of New Viet Dairy

As a leading food ingredients provider in Vietnam, New Viet Dairy is committed not only to product quality but also to playing an active role in the community.

Alongside its business activities, the company is dedicated to charitable projects, public health initiatives, and sustainable development. The partnership with Operation Smile for the third consecutive year is a testament to this long-term commitment.

We believe that businesses should not only generate economic value but also make meaningful contributions to society. Having the opportunity to help children change their lives is a great honor for the entire New Viet Dairy.

Connecting Hearts – Spreading Hope

From the first steps of the charity run to the first post-surgery smiles, the “Run – Love – Smile” journey has become a bridge of love between individuals, businesses, and the community.

The journey of sharing love is far from over, but every step taken today lays the foundation for a future where every child has the right to smile, to be loved, and to grow up just like any other.

New Viet Dairy sincerely thanks all employees, friends, and partners for joining hands to spread kindness. Every single contribution helped change the lives of 35 children, and that is the most beautiful achievement of all.