PATTAYA, Thailand – Former Culture Minister Sontaya Khunpluem opened a charity bowling tournament at Central Pattaya Beach on October 25, bringing together 50 teams to raise funds for vulnerable families and community activities across Pattaya’s 43 communities.
Held at SF Bowl on the shopping center’s sixth floor, the event was organized by the Pattaya City Community Association under the theme “Sharing Together, Bringing Smiles to Communities.” The teams competed for a trophy presented in honor of Pattaya Mayor Poramet Ngampichet.
Poramet welcomed Sontaya and the participants, while Anuwat Sripraphan, president of the Pattaya City Community Association, outlined the event’s objectives.
Attendees included Chonburi Provincial Administrative Organization Deputy President Sakon Pholluk-in, provincial councilors, Pattaya city executives and council members, Pattaya Cultural Council President Mana Yapakham, community leaders and residents from across the city.
Proceeds after expenses will go towards helping vulnerable families in Pattaya and supporting public-benefit activities across the 43 communities, according to the organizers.
The tournament also aimed to build friendship and cooperation among government agencies, private businesses, organizations and residents through sport and community participation.
Organizers said 50 teams entered the competition, with support from various sectors including promotional banners, bowling shirts and 23 trophies.
