Established in 1999, KOTO (Know One, Teach One) is a leading not-for-profit social enterprise providing disadvantaged and at-risk Vietnamese youth from across the country with an intensive 24-month hospitality and commercial cookery training, crucial life skills and English language classes as well as accommodation, full board, health checks and medical support so our trainees can achieve their dreams and become productive members in their community. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, KOTO has helped almost 1,700 disadvantaged youth realize their potential. KOTO alumni are found in every leading hotel and restaurant across Vietnam. Many alumni are running their own businesses and ar... read more Established in 1999, KOTO (Know One, Teach One) is a leading not-for-profit social enterprise providing disadvantaged and at-risk Vietnamese youth from across the country with an intensive 24-month hospitality and commercial cookery training, crucial life skills and English language classes as well as accommodation, full board, health checks and medical support so our trainees can achieve their dreams and become productive members in their community. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, KOTO has helped almost 1,700 disadvantaged youth realize their potential. KOTO alumni are found in every leading hotel and restaurant across Vietnam. Many alumni are running their own businesses and are working internationally including in Australia, Germany, New Zealand and Singapore. With their qualifications, a number have been awarded scholarships to continue their studies in Australia. Most have used this opportunity to improve their own lives and often that of their family and the wider community.
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By Van Anh Nguyen | Partnership Relations Staff
KOTO’s “Buy a Spoon, Build a Dream” campaign continues to generate meaningful impact and heartfelt community engagement. To date, more than 126 spoons have been purchased, each... Read the full report ›By Van Anh Nguyen | Partnership Relations Staff
Summary of Activities The section below outlines the key activities delivered during the final six months of 2025 (July-December 2025). Throughout this period, clear progress and positive... Read the full report ›By Van Anh Nguyen | Partnership Relations Staff
We are proud to share an inspiring success story from the KOTO community! ST25 by KOTO, a restaurant proudly staffed by talented and resilient KOTO alumni, has been recognized in the Tatler Best... Read the full report ›
