KVC BENEFIT RECEPTION – EMBRACE GREEN JOURNEY: REFLECT AND CONTINUE THE COLLECTIVE JOURNEY TOWARD A GREENER VIETNAM
On January 16, 2026, Keep Vietnam Clean (KVC) successfully hosted the KVC Benefit Reception – Embrace Green Journey at Diamond Westlake Suites, as part of the Kitchen God Day 2026 campaign. The fundraising event reaffirmed the organization’s long-term commitment to environmental protection, sustainable Tet practices, and community engagement in Vietnam.
Strengthening Partnerships Through a Shared Commitment
To mobilize resources for upcoming environmental activities, KVC organized a silent auction with the participation of 40 long-standing partners and sponsors who have accompanied the organization for nearly a decade.
The event raised VND 30,930,003, which will be allocated to:
- Clean-up activities in Bo De Ward under the Kitchen God Day 2026 campaign
- A tree-planting initiative in Thuy Loi Village
- Ongoing community-based environmental awareness programs
Beyond fundraising, the reception served as a strategic networking platform for partners committed to sustainable development, environmental responsibility, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) in Vietnam.
Keep Vietnam Clean: Nearly a Decade of Community and Environmental Engagement
During the event, Ms. Bui Ngoc Diep, Director of Keep Vietnam Clean, shared key milestones from the organization’s nearly 10-year journey of development. From its early days as a volunteer group conducting environmental clean-up activities in Hanoi, KVC has steadily expanded its scale, professionalized its operations, and officially became a social enterprise in 2016.
Beyond clean-up activities, Keep Vietnam Clean has developed long-term initiatives and campaigns such as “Clean up, Green up our cities”, promoting tree-planting in residential areas, schools, and surrounding communities; and “Kitchen God Day”, an annual campaign raising public awareness about sustainable ritual practices, particularly reducing the release of plastic bags and the disposal of incense ash into rivers and lakes during Lunar New Year celebrations.
After nearly a decade of operation, Keep Vietnam Clean has built a network of more than 6,000 volunteers, organized 116 environmental activities, and collected and sorted nearly 333 tons of waste across multiple localities. These achievements represent not only important milestones but also a strong foundation for KVC to continue implementing impactful environmental projects and community awareness programs in the years ahead.
Sponsors and Strategic Partners
The success of the KVC Benefit Reception – Embrace Green Journey was made possible through the support of sponsors under the Kitchen God Day 2026 campaign.
Silver Sponsor:
Asian Trails
Bronze Sponsors:
Pacific Environment; Hanoi Toronto School; Enzyco; Wide Eyes Pupils; Kapiti College
Supporting Sponsors:
Acacia International Pre-school; BIS; EXO Travel Vietnam
The silent auction also received contributions from hospitality partners including Hilton Garden Inn Hanoi, Emeralda Ninh Binh Resort & Spa, Emeralda Resort Tam Coc, InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72, and Diamond Westlake Suites.
Additional brand partners included Chula, Meo Tom Handmade, Song Cai Distillery, Bio LAK Vietnam, Aquatics Hub Hanoi, Unrolled. Upcycled & Unique, and Green Gem Shop.
Diamond Westlake Suites served as the venue sponsor and provided catering and hospitality services for the event.
All sponsoring organizations share a commitment to sustainable development, community values, and the preservation of Vietnamese cultural heritage. Their partnership strengthens the foundation for Kitchen God Day 2026 to expand its outreach and long-term environmental impact of eco-friendly cleaning products, such as bio multi-purpose cleaners and bio laundry detergents. These practical gifts encouraged residents to adopt green lifestyles right within their homes.
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES: KITCHEN GOD DAY 2026
Following the fundraising reception, Kitchen God Day 2026 will continue with key community-focused activities:
January 24–25, 2026
Sustainable Tet training workshop on “Burning Votive Paper and Its Impacts on the Environment and Human Health”, engaging 100 representatives from local mass organizations.
February 8–10, 2026
Large-scale clean-up campaign across four locations in Bo De Ward, mobilizing more than 300 volunteers, students, and community groups.
Updates on Kitchen God Day 2026, sustainable Tet initiatives, and environmental protection programs will be regularly published on Keep Vietnam Clean’s official website and communication channels.
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