School project · 2013
Ban Simungkhoun
Completed in 2013, the Ban Simungkhoun school project forms part of the lodge’s work in support of education on Don Daeng.
La Folie Lodge · Don Daeng · Champasak
Community Projects
Working alongside our island neighbours. Supporting schools and healthcare on Don Daeng.
Our island home
Part of life on Don Daeng.
Beyond the lodge’s gardens are the villages, schools and families who call Don Daeng home. Over the years, La Folie Lodge, its guests and local residents have worked together on practical improvements to the island’s schools and medical dispensary.
Materials and equipment are funded by the lodge and its guests. Villagers contribute their labour, with the lodge’s management coordinating the work.
The placeDon Daeng island
The focusEducation & health
The approachWorking together
Ban Bangxay · 2018
A school, completed together.
Construction of Ban Bangxay school began in 2005 but remained unfinished. The renovation brought together US$6,100 in donations and the labour of local villagers.
The renovated school was inaugurated in February 2018. It is one example of the work made possible through this shared effort.
From contribution to construction
Everyone brings something.
The projects combine financial support with local work. Each contribution has a practical role, from purchasing materials to carrying out the renovations.
- The lodge and its guests
- Funding for the building materials and equipment needed for the projects.
- The village community
- Labour to carry out the construction and renovation work.
- The lodge’s management
- Coordination and oversight of the projects.
Across the island
More stories of shared work.
School renovations and improvements to the island dispensary, recorded through the years.
Health project · 2015
The island dispensary
Don Daeng’s medical dispensary was renovated in 2015, extending the community projects beyond schools to a place of healthcare.
School renovation · 2016
Ban Peuay Lao
The renovation of Ban Peuay Lao school was completed in 2016, with support from the lodge, its guests and the village community.
Renovation milestone · 2019
Ban Boungkham
Donations of materials supported work on the school floor in April and August 2019. Its completion marked one stage of the wider renovation project.
Taking part
A few useful details.
Where are the community projects?
The projects featured here are on Don Daeng island in Champasak, southern Laos, where La Folie Lodge is located.
How can I contribute?
Contact the lodge before your visit, or speak with our team during your stay, to discuss current needs. If you would like to bring materials or equipment, please check what would be useful before making arrangements.
Can I visit a project while exploring Don Daeng?
You can explore the island’s villages by bicycle. For a visit to a school or project site, please speak with our team first so that the timing and arrangements respect lessons, healthcare and village routines.
Are these projects still ongoing?
The dates on this page describe past project milestones. Our team can provide the latest information about ongoing work and opportunities to contribute.
La Folie Lodge · Don Daeng
If you would like to help.
Speak with us about current needs on the island and how you might contribute to the next stage of work.
