Tiny Hands, Big Hearts: Bali Island School Preschoolers Give Back Through Charity Market
Sanur, Bali — [1 October 2026] — Bali Island School (BIS) Preschool students recently took action for something they wanted to advocate for. They activated their creativity, teamwork, and caring spirit through a special Preschool Charity Market, raising Rp5,034,000 for BAWA Foundation to support animals in need.
The preschool classrooms were transformed into a busy marketplace by the charity market, where students proudly sold products and treats they had helped to make themselves. The young entrepreneurs were selling handmade items, like keychains, flower pots, and dolls, along with homemade treats such as lemonade, cheesecake, and Gabin ice cream.
It was more than selling products; it was an opportunity for the kids to learn through doing. They learned to communicate with others, to work together, to take responsibility for their products, and to understand how their efforts can contribute to a cause beyond themselves. Showing that even the youngest learners can embrace and IB education.
“The Charity Market was a great opportunity for our Preschoolers to see that even small actions can make a difference,” said Ibu Mitha, Preschool Teacher. “They were excited to share what they had created, and it was wonderful to see their confidence and sense of care grow throughout the experience.”
The market was open to the wider BIS community, bringing together families, staff, students and community members to support the children and their fundraising efforts. The strong community response helped the Preschoolers reach a final total of Rp5,034,000 to be donated to BAWA Foundation, an organization dedicated to improving the welfare of
animals in Bali.
“It wasn’t simply about raising money for the kids. It was a chance to learn that being part of a community means caring for others and doing something when the opportunity to help
arises.”
Bali Island School is so proud of our Preschoolers for demonstrating that anyone can take meaningful action and showing that learning comes in many forms – sometimes through a
classroom lesson, and sometimes through a small market led by tiny hands and big hearts.
About Bali Island School
Bali Island School (BIS) is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School authorized to provide the Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP) and Diploma Program (DP) – providing a seamless IB education from Preschool to Grade 12. Formerly Bali International School, BIS is a non-profit, college preparatory international school that serves a diverse community of approximately 400 students. BIS is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and is licensed under Indonesian law. BIS is dedicated to providing world-class education where students can thrive in a globally connected world. Our Mission: Engage & Empower students to be globally minded, confident learners ready to reach their fullest potential. BIS is a lively, active, creative and respectful learning community, encouraging students to learn, grow and make a positive difference.
Website: www.baliislandschool.com
For more information, contact:
Ms. Annisa Dwirahma, Admissions and Communications Manager
(+62) 81139608897
About BAWA Foundation
BAWA Foundation is a Bali-based non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the welfare of animals across the island. Through rescue, rehabilitation, education, and community programmes, BAWA works to create a safer and more compassionate environment for Bali’s animals.
Website: www.bawabali.com
