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History of Siriraj Foundation
Siriraj Foundation is a legal entity that was established on August 21, 1969, at Thonburi City Hall. The office is now housed in the Administration Building, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, 2, Phran Nok Rd. Siriraj Bangkoknoi Bangkok.
The foundation was established with a registered capital of 30,000 Baht. Its goal is to be a legal entity that is not affiliated with the government to raise funds for all benefactors who support “Siriraj,” The Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, to maximize profits.
The founders proposed this to a faculty meeting and University Council Mahidol University has been approved with the named “Siriraj Foundation“
Siriraj Foundation Board Committee Founder
- Prof. Sood Sangvichien Chairman of the board
- Prof. Rot Suvanasuthi Member
- Prof. Sanue Intrasuksri Member
- Prof. Direk Pongpipat Member
- Prof. Samran Wangsapa Member
- Prof. Kasem Limwongse Member
- Prof. Somchai Bovornkitti Member
- Prof. Witoon Ungpraphan Member
The birth of His Royal HighnessPrince Siriraj Kakudhabhandha
His Royal Highness Prince Siriraj Kakudhabhandha, the 5th beloved son of King Chulalongkorn and Queen Sri Bajarindra, was born in Boromraj Sthitya Maholan Hall at 2:06 PM on Friday, November 27, 1985.
That night, countless shooting stars appeared like streaks of light down to the earth, like fireworks, which His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajirunhis also recorded in his daily diary. This phenomenon resulted in his nickname "Prince of the shooting stars.” He was also known as "Iat" or "Luk Iat" by King Chulalongkorn.
On the occasion of His Royal Highness Prince Siriraj Kakudhabhandha's one-month birthday on December 28 - 29, 1885, he was given his full name, 'His Royal Highness Prince Siriraj Kakutabhundu Sanphawisutthimahudimongkol Aneknopdoldararat Samant Boriphat Warophat Adisorn Ratchachulalongkorn Wisuddhisomtawaro Phatopak Ukritthasak Arkhararajakumar'.
That night, countless shooting stars appeared like streaks of light down to the earth, like fireworks, which His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajirunhis also recorded in his daily diary. This phenomenon resulted in his nickname "Prince of the shooting stars.” He was also known as "Iat" or "Luk Iat" by King Chulalongkorn.
On the occasion of His Royal Highness Prince Siriraj Kakudhabhandha's one-month birthday on December 28 - 29, 1885, he was given his full name, 'His Royal Highness Prince Siriraj Kakutabhundu Sanphawisutthimahudimongkol Aneknopdoldararat Samant Boriphat Warophat Adisorn Ratchachulalongkorn Wisuddhisomtawaro Phatopak Ukritthasak Arkhararajakumar'.
His Royal Highness Prince Siriraj Kakudhabhandha’s illness
His Royal Highness Prince Siriraj Kakudhabhandha was 18 months old when he died in Boromraj Sthitya Maholan Hall on March 31st, 1887 at 7:24 PM, causing great sorrow for King Chulalongkorn and Queen Sri Bajarindra.
It was also Her Majesty Queen Sunandha Kumariratana and Her Royal Highness Princess Kannabhorn Bejaratana's memorial day on the day of the death. This day was known as "Misfortune." Not only did Prince Siriraj Kakudhabhandha die at the age of 1 year, 6 months, and 4 days, but Her Royal Highness Princess Bahurada Manimaya, Her Royal Highness Prince Tribejrutama Dhamrong, and Her Royal Highness Princess Saovabhark Nariratana also died in the same year.
His Royal Highness Prince Siriraj Kakudhabhandha's body was put in Dhamma Sangwet Hall for a royal cremation, with His Royal Highness Prince Bhanurangsi Savangwongse serving as a ceremonial leader, and Phraya Ratchasongkram (Tat) serving as a craftsman. The royal crematorium featured nine-tiered Busabok and thrones, as well as flower decorations. In addition, the King directed his royal family to construct pavilions surrounding the crematorium.
King Chulalongkorn, Queen Sri Savarindira, and Queen Sri Bajarindra granted royal cremation on February 20th. After the cremation, the King had wooden buildings demolished to obtain lumbers and directed his son's possessions and inheritance in the amount of 700 Chang (Thai old money) or around 56,000 Baht to the hospital, which was under construction in Wang Lang and completed in 1887.
It was also Her Majesty Queen Sunandha Kumariratana and Her Royal Highness Princess Kannabhorn Bejaratana's memorial day on the day of the death. This day was known as "Misfortune." Not only did Prince Siriraj Kakudhabhandha die at the age of 1 year, 6 months, and 4 days, but Her Royal Highness Princess Bahurada Manimaya, Her Royal Highness Prince Tribejrutama Dhamrong, and Her Royal Highness Princess Saovabhark Nariratana also died in the same year.
His Royal Highness Prince Siriraj Kakudhabhandha's body was put in Dhamma Sangwet Hall for a royal cremation, with His Royal Highness Prince Bhanurangsi Savangwongse serving as a ceremonial leader, and Phraya Ratchasongkram (Tat) serving as a craftsman. The royal crematorium featured nine-tiered Busabok and thrones, as well as flower decorations. In addition, the King directed his royal family to construct pavilions surrounding the crematorium.
King Chulalongkorn, Queen Sri Savarindira, and Queen Sri Bajarindra granted royal cremation on February 20th. After the cremation, the King had wooden buildings demolished to obtain lumbers and directed his son's possessions and inheritance in the amount of 700 Chang (Thai old money) or around 56,000 Baht to the hospital, which was under construction in Wang Lang and completed in 1887.
The opening of the hospital
On April 26th, 1888, the committee announced the inauguration of the hospital for treatment, and in December 1888, the committee reported the hospital's establishment and management to King Chulalongkorn. On December 25th, 1888, he wrote the response letter that
"...This hospital has been planned for a long time. I wish to open it right away but it could not succeed. I had merely revealed that if I died, I would divide the privy purse for hospital usage. Do it until it succeed as the will. If I am still alive, I will construct it and sustain it with some capital, not inheritance money, which I will subsequently donate to the hospital. Also, with my ability to spend public funds, I shall spend the hospital's foundation as needed. Even though the plan was implemented, it could not be sustained. Following the tragedy of losing my darling son and the pain of his sickness treatment, I realised that if my son, who was well-protected, had to suffer this much, how much more would poor children have to endure? Such thoughts fueled my determination to construct a hospital. After that, Damrong Rajanubhab aimed to build the hospital and propose it. I believe it is achievable, so I will appoint you all, committee, to handle this matter. When I discussed this with Saowapha Phongsi, she expressed her desire to help people who are ill, and she offered to donate the treasure of our departed son to help creating this hospital..." By royal command, he selected the health care department to operate the hospital instead of the committee, and he called a major hospital in Wanglang "Siriraj Hospital" to commemorate and bless the siriraj both then and now.
"...This hospital has been planned for a long time. I wish to open it right away but it could not succeed. I had merely revealed that if I died, I would divide the privy purse for hospital usage. Do it until it succeed as the will. If I am still alive, I will construct it and sustain it with some capital, not inheritance money, which I will subsequently donate to the hospital. Also, with my ability to spend public funds, I shall spend the hospital's foundation as needed. Even though the plan was implemented, it could not be sustained. Following the tragedy of losing my darling son and the pain of his sickness treatment, I realised that if my son, who was well-protected, had to suffer this much, how much more would poor children have to endure? Such thoughts fueled my determination to construct a hospital. After that, Damrong Rajanubhab aimed to build the hospital and propose it. I believe it is achievable, so I will appoint you all, committee, to handle this matter. When I discussed this with Saowapha Phongsi, she expressed her desire to help people who are ill, and she offered to donate the treasure of our departed son to help creating this hospital..." By royal command, he selected the health care department to operate the hospital instead of the committee, and he called a major hospital in Wanglang "Siriraj Hospital" to commemorate and bless the siriraj both then and now.
Her Royal Highness Princess Srinagarindra Mahidol was Chairman of Siriraj Foundation Board
Princess Srinagarindra (title on that time was Her Royal Highness the Princess Mother Sangwan Mahidol) chaired the board of committee from August 21st, 1969 until she passed away on July 18th, 1995.
Her Royal HighnessPrincess Galyani Vadhanawas Chairman of Siriraj Foundation Board
Her Royal Highness Princess Galyani Vadhana chaired the board of committee from October 27th, 1995 until she departed on January 2nd, 2008.
Her Royal Highness
Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn
A Chairman of Siriraj Foundation
Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn has chaired the board of committees since May 12th, 2008 until now.
Name
SIRIRAJ FOUNDATION (S.F.)
Vision
Siriraj Foundation is an outstanding charitable organization supporting the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital to strive for excellence.
Emblem
The proposal of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital for permission to represent the S.F. emblem with the image of “H.R.H Prince Siriraj Kakutabhundu” with His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej was granted on September 12th, 1969.
Original emblem
Current emblem
Motto
- Every donation is valuable to Siriraj.
- True happiness is the joy of giving without expecting anything in return.
- The result of doing meritable things is similar to nectar, making you feel delighted.
Gratitude
Siriraj Hospital Mission 2015
Mission
- Medical services to help disadvantaged patients according to the Royal Intention.
- Personnel development to enhance medical service in the hospital.
- Providing sufficient and excellent medical devices.
Siriraj Foundation Management 2015
- Siriraj Foundation committee administering S.F. with Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn as the Chairman of the Board presided over the conference 3 times a year. Also, with the responsibility of Clin. Prof Emeritus Piyasakol Sakolsatayadorn, The Project Working Committee, held meeting once a month.
- Held S.F. committee meeting to manage S.F. in accordance with the objectives.
- Worked on meeting’s resolution and published prior activities to donators.
- Managed the endowment to the utmost benefits along siriraj hospital and faculty’s mission. Especially, maximize all donation and spend the donated money to the most benefit out as donator’s intention.
The use of donation 2015
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Contributed to the medical expenses of underprivileged patients, including drugs and medical devices used in diagnosis and treatment.
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Supported faculty in the construction and maintenance of wards while working to obtain the necessary equipment. (expired stuff and modern equipment supply)
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Developed personnel in education, training, and research.
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Managed S.F. administration
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Worked with academics to consider the utilisation of funds sought. (according to according to the necessary, appropriation and other)
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Encouraged other charity groups to use their funds.
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