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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SOUTHEAST ASIA, MAY 2026 — We are incredibly proud to announce the significant achievements of our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives for the first quarter of 2026, covering January through April. Our collective efforts completely surpassed targets, raising a total of $11,489 USD. We have channeled these funds directly into diverse grassroots projects, reflecting our deep commitment to empowering local populations and enhancing the well-being of the host destinations we call home.
Spotlight on Impact: Education, Infrastructure, and Community Empowerment
Bangkok, Thailand: Empowering Future Generations with AI Learning
Our team at Mad Monkey Bangkok walked down the street to Wat Sungwej School to deliver our Q1 partner CSR donation, marking a massive milestone for our property. We made a substantial donation of 50,000 THB (approximately $1,531 USD) directly into our local community!
Many students at Wat Sungwej live in lower-income areas and lack tech access at home as well as basic supplies. Our investment directly funds the school’s new air-conditioned AI learning hub—purchasing computing hardware, setting up English-learning software, and creating a comfortable, stimulating space for kids to study and connect together.
To ensure complete transparency, we have even launched a physical Mad Love Board directly in our Bangkok hostel lobby, allowing our travelers to visually track the real-world, human impact of their stay and learn how to get involved firsthand!
Hoi An, Vietnam: Providing Essential Support to Children
Over in Vietnam, we have been contributing 70,000 VND (around $2.30 USD) per guest from our weekly Free Flow event every Friday. From February 27th to March 31st, our teams and guests successfully raised a total of 7,046,000 VND ($271 USD).
We converted these funds into 20 comprehensive gift sets packed with essential items such as rice, cooking oil, and basic seasonings. We delivered these directly to Children’s Heritages to provide vital food security to local families in need.
Mad Monkey Panglao: Tattoo for a Cause
On the island of Panglao, we hosted an innovative “Tattoo Competition for a Cause” in March, with 32 local tattoo artists participating. We raised 3,200 PHP from a portion of the artists’ registration fees and an additional 5,100 PHP from walk-in ticket sales at the entrance.
Together with our regular weekly Beer Pong for a Cause and Bingo for a Cause events, we raised a grand total of 27,443.00 PHP (approximately $445 USD). These funds flow directly into our Level 2 sustainability and community interventions on the island.
Mad Monkey Phuket: Phuket Community Kick-Off: Colouring + Playgrounds
Our team at Mad Monkey Phuket handed over 22,800 THB (approximately $700 USD) from our Q1 CSR initiatives. We brought food and supplies, and spent a genuinely heartwarming morning running art activities and coloring workshops with the kids—seeing exactly where the money goes makes everything we do feel even more worthwhile.
The funds we have donated so far have completely transformed the neighborhood by helping build a cool new play area for them. Last time we visited, this plot was just an empty space; now, it is amazing to see the transformation into a vibrant playground where the children can play safely.
Ultimately, none of this would be possible without the incredible synergy between our local community partners, our fiercely dedicated property teams, and most importantly, our guests. At Mad Monkey, we have always believed that travel should be a force for good. Our travelers are proving every single day that you don’t have to choose between having the unforgettable, time-of-your-life adventure and being a conscious global citizen. By simply showing up, engaging, and sharing in our journey, you are helping us leave a lasting, positive footprint on the world—proving that collective, grassroots action can redefine the future of sustainable tourism.
See the full JAN- APR 2026 Community Impact Report Here
