Author: Silke White
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Try Something New. You Might Surprise Yourself.
Dare to try, and the opportunity will be yours.Hi, I’m Malay. I’m 25 years old and live with my parents in Prey Touch Commune. With a scholarship from CVF, I graduated from the National University of Battambang with a bachelor’s degree in English Literature. In year 3, 4 and 5 of my studies I worked…
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The Power of Seeing for Yourself
For Mike, a trip more than a decade ago became the beginning of a lasting connection, along with a deep sense of meaning and the realization that helping in this way was truly worthwhile. Mike first learned about Cambodian Village Fund from his best friend Cameron Siskowic. Cameron told Mike that he and his family…
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Education-A Common Goal
Teaching, Training, Transforming: A Volunteer’s Impact on English Learning in Cambodia This story highlights the impact of individuals who give their time and expertise to advance education in Cambodia. We met Jenny Miller in 2023, and while she volunteers independently, her collaboration with the Cambodian Village Fund reflects the kind of partnership that deepens our…
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Because You Believed in Me
Dear readers, Settle in for a heartwarming read about Sary, who’s life took an unimaginable transformation thanks to Bill and Nancy and the CVF. When a graduate takes the time to reflect and say thank you, it speaks not only to their own journey, but to the shared effort behind it. Our scholarship program changed…
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Purpose and Gratitude
Dear friends and supporters, As we begin the new year, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your continued support. Your trust in our mission means more than words can express. We remain committed to bringing the greatest possible value to the communities we serve – children, parents, and teachers in rural Cambodia. During…
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Thailand Invasion of Cambodia
In response to the concern many of you have shared, Zion Dyson, Program Director of Cambodian Village Fund, offers a firsthand account from Battambang City, Cambodia of the escalating conflict along the Thai border nearby. December 19th, 2025 Hello supporters, I want to give you a window into my experience, living in Cambodia during wartime. I have been following…
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Nine New Students
We are pleased to welcome nine new students into our scholarship program. Each of these young women has graduated from high school with good grades and a determination to build a brighter future. For their families, this opportunity brings hope, pride, and the possibility of long-term stability, as they pursue well-paying jobs in the years ahead. Being…
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Eight Graduates in 2025
We’re proud to share that eight more scholarship students have graduated from college, bringing our total number of college graduates to 40 young women. This year’s 8 graduates are pursuing careers as accountants, teachers and independent business owners. Each diploma represents determination, opportunity, and a brighter future -not only for the graduates themselves, but also…
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Two families
“After I became a member of CVF, I feel I have two families.” Malay said after her graduation – a milestone she celebrated in 2024. This would not have been possible without our scholarship program. It cost $1,800 per year to send Malay to college and provide her with housing in our dormitory. This support…
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Rachana’s Big Dream
Rachana’s big dream is to become a judge. She says it just like that with a smile on her face and so much confidence and determination that you can’t help but believe her. It’s a bold dream for a young woman who grew up in a rice farming village. Her parents believed in her determination…