Ramadhan Ceria: Fostering Empathy and a Spirit of Giving at Yayasan Sayap Ibu Orphanage, Yogyakarta, by LPDP UNY 11.0

Abstract

Ramadhan Ceria is a community service program initiated by LPDP UNY 11.0 to enliven the holy month of Ramadan through a sharing event at Yayasan Sayap Ibu Orphanage, Yogyakarta. The program aimed to cultivate empathy and a spirit of giving among orphaned children through a short religious talk, distribution of iftar meals, communal breaking of the fast, interactive storytelling, educational games, a valuebased short film, and donation handover. Implemented on 17 March 2025, the activity involved 25 orphanage residents and 15 student volunteers. The event generated high enthusiasm; children actively participated, expressed joy, and demonstrated growth in character values such as empathy, care, cooperation, and gratitude. The organizing team reported enhanced social skills and empathic awareness, while the orphanage appreciated the positive interactions rarely experienced by the children. The program contributes to SDGs 3, 4, 10, and 17 by supporting wellbeing, characterrich education, social inclusion, and partnership. Community service grounded in religious values proved effective for strengthening social empathy, character formation, and community empowerment.