Building project - 'COMMON GROUND'

With thanksgiving, we have now submitted our buliding plans and will start work soon on the adjacent land. We have backfilled the land to make it firmer, and now awaiting the contractors to start work.

However, with the addition of a new block ( 2B+ ), we now need to raise a further THB 1,000,000 (RM130,000) to complete this next phase.

We would like to invite you to prayerfully consider giving towards these needs. Whether it is a contribution towards the new block, our daily operations, or our outreach and humanitarian work, every gift helps us continue making a difference in the lives of those who come through our doors. We are deeply grateful for everyone’s generosity and continued support as we raise funds for the new block, operate our two sites, and serve through our various outreaches and humanitarian projects.

Thank you very much for standing with us through your prayers, giving and encouragement.

Kianleong & SuFoong, 15 Sept 2026

Construction started on 1st October 2026. Below current development (as at 22 October)

patient block

100 sqm consisting of 2 dormitories & 4 washrooms

Staff Quarters

96 sqm consisting of 7 rooms with external 3 washrooms

main building

192 sqm consisting of 1 meeting room, open area, 3 rooms & 1 pantry

Phase 2B+ PLUS

Due to space limitation, we have now planned an expansion of the building project to include a new patient block. With a built up space of 100 sqm, this will add another 16-20 beds to the existing 30 beds, and catered for patients who are not able to climb up the stairs. More space, more needs met. 15 Sept 2026

land delineation

The land office explained, "..and so, what is in the land is under Mae Sa district. And what is above the land is under Rim Tai district...". Confusing but at least for now, we know where the boundary stones are after the land survey. We have started applying for building permit and landfilled the ground, anticipating to start the construction by mid September, and pushing for completion by January next year. 4 Sept 2026

organic fruits

Patients enjoying rambutan from the only rambutan tree. Not as bountiful as farm, but its organic.

FIsh pond

31 July - We completed laying PV sheets for the fish pond, and are now rearing a few hundred fishes. 3 months before harvest.

Soft Launch

Upon completion of the renovation of the old house, we had a soft launch of Living Waters Mae Rim on 18 June. Click for more

Living Waters Operations Budget, Building Fund & Outreach Budget

Update of Collection / Pledges (as at 17 May 2026)

A personal message by Su Foong

A change of colors with external dining room & bathrooms.

Phase 2a renovation

Expenses so far:

Balance land cost: THB 2.5 m (RM 320,000)
Phase 2A Renovation (Completion 22 May): THB 0.8 m (RM 102,000)
*Fence, gate & wall (Completion 20 June): THB 0.45 m (RM 58,000)

Remaining budget:

Phase 2B New building (July-Sept) : THB 3.0 m (RM 390,000)
Furnishing & Solar (Ongoing): THB 1.2 m (RM 150,000)

Expected Total: THB 7.95 m (RM 1,020,000)*

Nb. * - Unbudgeted

Phase 2B - Staff, Office, Meeting, workroom

We hope to start Phase 2B, to build the staff quarters, office & meeting rooms by July once the land delineation issue is settled and the right building permit. Due to the limited land space & costs, a new proposal for 7 rooms, 3 work room, 1 office, a meeting room & a pantry encompassing about 280 sqm. The final plans are still being worked on. We hope to start in July & complete by October.

Remittance of Funds

TT or preferably Wise directly to Thailand: Bangkok Bank Ltd, Chang Phueak Branch, Chiang Mai Building Fund Savings Account: 531-0-92541-6 Account Payee Living Waters Foundation (Swift Code : BKKBTHBK)
In Malaysia, transfer to: OCBC Account No. 7071-136-743 Account Payee Damansara Utama Methodist Church (*Remark: Living Waters*) *Important*
Wise to my Wise ID @kianw16 or klwong@cmlivingwaters.com (Account Kian Leong, Wong)

Please remark 'Living Waters'. Kindly send payment slip to me at Whatsapp +66-81-5688260 or email klwong@cmlivingwaters.com for acknowledgment receipt.

Official Address for Living Waters Foundation: No. 166/4, Ratchamankha Road, T.Phra Singh,

A.Muang, Chiang Mai, 50200 Thailand Tel: +66-81-5688260 Email: baan@cmlivingwaters.com

Staking the land by marking the size for main building

Su & staffs took time to dig the ground

Extra room created, with an additonal dining & room to be added here.

SF did her video in Feb with the help of Dot's IDOTYOU team.

Lock the dates 25 APril & 3 may

Both Su Foong and I will be back in KL from 23 April till 4 May and we're having 2 separate meetings to meet all of our supporters & friends on:

25 April (Saturday) 10.00 am - 11.30 am Christian Life Gospel Center, Damansara Perdana
3 May (Sunday) 11.00 am - 12.30 pm DUMC Room 109

Do come as we'll share on the future, the land, with a Q&A. And of course, at other times, do whatsapp me +66-81-5688260 for kopi, tea or mee...

The Board Chairman (left), Ajarn Somsak & the seller, Ajarn Kiat at the land office.

Phase 1 - Land Purchase COmpleted

(13/3) The balance monies for phase 1 came in on Monday. Our Board Chairman had an emergency appendicitis operated on Tue midnight, and was discharged yesterday. Yesterday, we received the official board member confirmation, and today due to some misprint, our Secretary of the Board, was in town & able to go to the land office to re-sign the papers. So, at noon today, both land titles are officially in the name of Living Waters Foundation. All in God's perfect timing. Thank You for Your Partnership!

(26 Feb) Finally after 17 years of rental premise, we will step up to purchase a 2,400 sqm land to build a permanent home for Living Waters Foundation, for the patients, caregivers & staff. Located just 1.5 km from the Northern Cancer Center, it's more than a shelter. It'll be a holistic approach, a common ground where the sick & suffering find rest, the weary can .... Click for more

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