The Heart to Heart team at YK Pao School

Every child deserves a healthy heart.

We're a student club at YK Pao School. We run charity sales and events, and use the money to pay for heart surgery for children whose families can't afford it.

Started by students in 2024

Heart to Heart began as a student-led initiative at YK Pao School, driven by the belief that every child deserves a chance at a healthy life. Through fundraising events and community partnerships, we have united our school around a common cause: saving young lives.

A typical surgery costs around ¥30,000. We raise it through bake sales, drinks stalls, the Run For Hope charity run and donations from families, then pay the hospital directly for a specific child.

Members preparing drinks for a charity sale
Club members with a child and his family after surgery

So far

Surgeries funded
4
Raised in total
¥200,000+
Average cost per surgery
¥30,000
Charity events
10+
Students, parents and staff involved
700+
Family members helped
16+

Events

Charity sales, talks, workshops and an exhibition, all run by students.

The Sound of Hope exhibition installed in the school treehouse

Newest project

The Sound of Hope

An immersive exhibition that transformed the school treehouse into a space for health education and emotional reflection. Through real heartbeat recordings of children who have recovered from congenital heart disease (CHD), patient stories, and visual displays, the project raises awareness of CHD and encourages greater empathy.

Students running in the Run For Hope charity event

Nov 14, 2025

Run For Hope 2025

Join the annual PKUES Charity Run with students, teachers, and parents running together for hope. Livestream fundraising invites the whole community, while Heart to Heart and Field Study Clubs donate ¥1 per lap from their dessert and drink charity sale.

Guest speakers leading the Heart to Heart health talk

Nov 13, 2025

H2H Health Talk

Dr. Yao, a UK-trained cardiology specialist, and fitness coach Eric unpack the science behind cardiovascular disease, how to prevent and monitor risks, and how to spot early warning signs for yourself and loved ones.

Coach demonstrating sports rehab drills

Nov 13, 2025

Sports Rehabilitation Workshop

A professional fitness coach uses fun games to show how daily movement builds strength, boosts immunity, and stops injuries before they happen—keeping cardiovascular risks at bay.

Healthy cafeteria menu featuring superfoods

Nov 12, 2025

Heart-Healthy Cafeteria Menu

A co-created cafeteria menu for the whole school that blends superfoods like quinoa to support cardiovascular health—showing how every meal can deliver both flavor and wellness.

Students making DIY herbal sachets

Nov 12, 2025

DIY Sachet Activity

From ancient mugwort to modern lavender, soothing herbs are free to mix and match as you craft a personalized sachet to keep calm close at hand.

Wellness tea tasting

Nov 12, 2025

Wellness Tea Tasting

Sample cold-brewed jasmine tea and DIY a hot infusion prepared by the Wellness Club. Enjoy the floral aroma while giving your body and mind a gentle reset.

Students practicing first aid together

Nov 11–12, 2025

Prefect First Aid Training

Partnering with Asclepius Club and Jiahui Health, students learn how to respond when someone collapses—building the confidence to be the first line of defense in emergencies.

Colorful yarn board filled with emotions

Nov 10, 2025

Emotional Yarn Board

Map your day's emotions with vibrant yarn on a 1.5m × 2.2m wooden board. Layer your feelings, connect with others, and watch shared experiences become a giant artwork.

Cherry Blossom Spring Sale

Apr 10

Cherry Blossom Spring Festival

Our most successful event featuring cherry blossom-themed treats and collaborating with Run for Hope. Beautiful handcrafted cookies and sparkling drinks inspired by the spring season.

Raised ¥1,648, net ¥916

New Year Charity Sale with flowers

Jan 22

New Year Celebration Sale

A festive celebration with free custom flower bouquets for purchases over ¥25. The joy of giving flowers brought smiles to our entire community.

Raised ¥1,997, net ¥768

Winter Hot Chocolate Sale with bear decorations

Nov 6

Winter Hot Chocolate Drive

Handmade hot chocolate with adorable bear decorations crafted by our members. A cozy treat that brought warmth to cold winter days.

Raised ¥1,333, net ¥1,085

Where the money comes from

Our biggest sources of funding so far. Every yuan in and out is listed in our reports.

Run for Hope livestream¥30,000
Donations from parents¥10,000+
PTA charity sale¥6,195

Where the money goes

Surgery money goes straight to the hospital. Everything the club itself spends, from baking ingredients to printing, is recorded the day it's paid and published on our finance site.

Open the finance site

Next

Summer–Fall 2026

Taking Sound of Hope on tour

A travelling version of the exhibition, shown at other campuses with prevention information and patient stories.

  • Interactive exhibits designed by student clubs
  • A pop-up charity shop with limited-edition merch
  • Panel talks with doctors and recovered patients

2026

Starting a chapter at Hongqiao

Bringing Heart to Heart to the middle school campus at Hongqiao.

  • Set up an H2H chapter at Hongqiao middle school
  • Train student leaders to run their own events
  • Run joint fundraisers across both campuses