In July 2025, I volunteered at Đêm nhạc gây quỹ: “Qua Bao La, Nghe Tiếng Ta”, a fundraising music night organized by DOP (Dare to Overcome Possibilities). The event aimed to raise funds to support children in Đắk Nông province with educational tools, scholarships, and local infrastructure projects. Though it was just one evening, the preparation and emotions behind it gave me a deeper appreciation for the power of community and shared purpose.

The night was more than just a concert—it was a heartfelt call for educational equity. Through emotional musical storytelling divided into three chapters—Khởi nguồn của những giấc mơ, Nỗi sợ, and Đón niềm tin—the event awakened empathy in the audience while raising awareness. Proceeds went toward providing school supplies, building a library, and funding other meaningful DOP initiatives in underserved areas.

I arrived at the venue nearly four hours early, when the space was still completely empty. The first task was arranging chairs from scratch, lining them up corner to corner. I then helped organize books and hand-painted pebbles made by children from the mountains, which were displayed like a mini workshop.

Another unique task was handling the staff cards. We realized last-minute that they didn’t have neck straps, so I used a pen to punch holes in each card so we could thread string through. A small fix, but it symbolized our adaptability.

I also decorated the donation box, carefully cutting tape and attaching soft cotton to give it a warm, inviting appearance. These tasks, though simple, reminded me how teamwork can turn a bare venue into something beautiful and meaningful.

The moment I felt most proud of was during the painting auction, when I got the chance to walk one of the art pieces on stage. It may have been a small gesture, but I felt like I was representing the children behind the paintings—and standing there gave me a real sense of purpose.

Earlier, I had also joined the boys on the volunteer team to line up neatly at the entrance to welcome guests. We joked that we looked like guards, and it made the atmosphere feel both professional and lighthearted.

That evening, after all the setup, organizing, decorating, and escorting paintings to the stage, we—volunteers—treated ourselves to some ice cream. It felt like a small celebration of all we had done together.

From this experience, I didn’t just learn about event logistics—I learned about adaptability, collaboration, and the satisfaction of giving. Seeing how small actions build toward something meaningful has inspired me to keep contributing to causes that matter.