Financial Scrutiny Surrounds Influencer Pond Jakkrit
Media reports have raised questions regarding the financial activities of influencer Pond Jakkrit, founder of the Saitharn Association, following allegations of improper use of donation funds.
On November 12, 2026, the program 'Phutta Talk' hosted by Phutta Apiwan and Ice Sarawat investigated the financial records of influencer Pond Jakkrit, the founder of the Saitharn Association. The report highlighted that over 100 million baht flowed through Jakkrit's personal bank accounts, with transfers made to his wife and close associates. While Jakkrit claims these funds originated from personal business ventures, such as selling amulets and family support, rather than public donations, the investigation has sparked significant public debate.
Journalists visiting the Saitharn Association's location in Rayong province discovered over ten abandoned rescue vehicles, raising further questions about the organization's operations and the management of its resources. Concerns have been raised regarding why Jakkrit continued to use a personal account for donations in 2024, despite the association having its own official account since 2020. Furthermore, questions remain regarding whether the fundraising activities complied with the relevant laws governing public solicitations in Thailand.
For residents and observers, this situation highlights the importance of transparency in charitable organizations. It remains to be confirmed whether the funds in question were indeed personal or if they were misappropriated from public donations. Authorities have yet to issue a formal ruling on the legality of the fundraising practices involved.
