Giving Back 2019

April 29, 2018 - Gift of Light for Mt. Mayon Evacuees

More than 56,000 people had been evacuated to safer grounds from the eruption of Mt. Mayon last January. The outpouring of rain posed danger to the people of Sto. Domingo and the alarming conditions of the evacuation centers brought hardships to the evacuees. One Heart for Hope visited the evacuation centers at Bicol National High School to provide comfort and light to these families. With 2,686 evacuees, the center was overcrowded and muddy. We distributed 120 solar lights particularly to the senior citizens of the center and other much needed supplies. Huge thanks to Mayor Herbie Aguas for assisting us, as always. To the balikbayans from Bay Area, Nieves Beng Alviar & Mario Alviar, and sisters Nini Granda, Chita Torres, Manang Ador & Manang Pat. Your contributions and help will make a difference to the lives of our kababayans. To the indefatigable couple who endlessly help, support and finance outreach projects whenever they are in the Philippines, Virginia Lam and Edward Lam, your hearts are pure. Also huge thanks to all the donors thru Glenda Bule’s birthday fundraising to help these evacuees during this calamity, you touched many lives.

April 20, 2018 - Atulayan Island Gift Giving

One Heart for Hope visited the school to spread the blessing to the children with much needed school supplies such as crayons, pens, pencils, notebooks, writing pads, toothpastes and toothbrush, slippers, and snacks. Huge thanks to Virginia and Edward Lam for spearheading this project and their friends from the the Bay Area - Nieves Beng Alviar and Mario Alviar, and sisters: Nini Granda, Chita Torres, Manang Ador and Manang Pat. T

April 10, 2018 - Bringing HOPE to Northern Samar

In the distant island of Biri in Northern Samar, poorest of the poor fishermen were given "sibiran" or paddle boat for long-term sustainable solution to reduce poverty. These fishermen, who are highly skilled in fishing, could not afford to own a boat because of their daily struggle to meet even the most basic needs. Almost all of them would borrow a boat or join fishing expeditions. A paddle boat will make such a huge difference in their lives as this can generate income to support their families for years. Many thanks to our donors. you gave these families a chance for a decent and promising life. As always, One Heart For Hope will reach out to our kababayans who are considered "unreachable."

April 16, 2018 - OHFH Tutorial Center Opens to 45 Pre-School Children

One Heart for Hope Tutorial Center provides a fun learning environment for children with zero knowledge and a foundation in the basic academic areas that will support their overall development and jumpstart for elementary school. Six basic subjects will be introduced to jump start their schooling: Writing, Reading, Language, Mathematics, Science, and MAPE (Music, Arts and Physical Education). The lessons are in compliance with the K to 12 system being implemented by the Dept. of Education to produce globally competitive students. Among the many children applicants coming from financially challenged families in the vicinity and as far as other barangays, 45 children ages 4-7 and with zero knowledge were chosen. Our goal is to help children develop a positive attitude toward school and learning; develop a sense of high self-esteem; and learn discipline and respect for self and others. With four (4) highly qualified teachers and 4 teacher assistants, the program also includes free snacks or lunch, backpacks, uniforms, hygiene packs and all the school supplies. Thanks One Heart for Hope Philippines who continue to manage this program each year!

May 28, 2018 - OHFH Tutorial Graduation and Award Ceremony

CONGRATULATIONS to the lil graduates! Accompanied by their proud parents, 45 children enjoyed their first graduation to celebrate this milestone. These children now have the skills and knowledge that will serve as their torches in their run towards a better future and assist them in escaping the grips of poverty. At OHFH Tutorial Center, we help our young students develop the academic skills, self-discipline and attitudes they need to excel as they move up into public school first grade. Without this program, these children would struggle in public school or may not attend at all. 200 students successfully graduated in this program since 2013 and some have surpassed their peers with honors. Heartfelt gratitude to our teachers, sponsors and supporters for providing them the gift of education. Thank you to OHFH Philippines team for all your hardwork and patience as mentors to all these children.

May 2018 - Medical Mission by Penaranda Association

With big hearts and compassion to help the poor, Penaranda Assn., in collaboration with One Heart for Hope and Angels of Hope USA served approx. 800 poor families of Penaranda with dental, basic medical and circumcision services. Huge thanks to Annabelle Abesamis, Nelia Banaria, Terri Mendoza, Angels of Hope USA and all the members and families of Penaranda Assn. for this successful mission. Huge thanks to all the volunteer doctors, dentists, nurses and pharmacist, family and friends for your precious time and services. Thank you to all the corporate and individual donors who continue to support this mission in reaching out to the poor families of Penaranda.

December 2018 - Brgy. Ugong and Mapulang Lupa Gift Giving

Last December 2018, a gift giving was held at San Juan Dela Cruz Parish as part of their 25th Feast Celebrarion with a theme "Biyaya, Pag-ibig at Pananampalataya'. In partnership with One Heart for Hope Philippines, Parish Commission on Liturgy and Parish Cooperative, 50 underprivileged children and their families from Brgy. Ugong and Mapulang Lupa in Valenzuela City received snack packs, school supplies and grocery items.

December 10, 2018 - Holiday Gift Giving - the Aetahanan - Pampanga

Elev8 Lagree Fitness Studio hosted donation-based classes at their BGC location to raise funds for the community of Bacolor. The Elev8 team took a field trip to the Aetahanan in Bacolor on December 11th to celebrate Christmas and deliver gifts to the aeta high school and college students. The funds raised were used to purchase a Christmas lunch, tablet, projector, microphone for their speaker, school supplies and Christmas gifts, family games for the students and their younger siblings, school books for their library, and hygiene kits, which were so generously donated by Unilever.

October 15, 2018 - Gift-Giving for T'Boli Children - Tasiman, Lake Sebu

One Heart for Hope and Quota International of Davao City had a joint gift-giving and turnover of sporting goods and school supplies for T'boli children, Tasiman, Lake Sebu, South Cotabato. Thank you Monte Cielo Resort for hosting and taking care of the volunteers!

Sept. 28, 2018- Panlaitan Island Solar Light Giving

One Heart for Hope continues to share the Gift of Light to poor families in Panlaitan Is., Busuanga with over 3,000 residents. The electricity in this island was never restored since after Typhoon Yolanda in November 2013. Many families are still using candles or kerosene for source of light at night. Thank you to Noel, Rhancis, Ace and their families who helped us with the distribution and to our donors - Nieves-Mario, Guia-Rudy, Julie, Fr. Pat, Louie-Teresita, Ana-Tom, and to friends and family who donated in memory of Monica Carreon Gorospe. Your generous donation gave smiles to these families and made their nights a little brighter. As always, One Heart For Hope will bring the gift of light to those who have none regardless of distance.

December 28, 2018 - Solar Lights for Linapacan and Nearby Islands

One Heart for Hope reached out to the people in the islands surrounding Linapacan, Palawan. Although a storm prevented us from accomplishing our goal to distribute more, we were able to giveaway 20 units of D-Light S3 to poor islanders. A very bright, sturdy and compact solar rechargeable light that can last up to 12 hours and a life time well over 5 years. Thank you to all our donors and to those people who helped us, one way or another, to achieve this project. To Jhun Lagan Parangue and wife Jessa, we couldn't have done this without you. To the Zabalo family who took us in in their lovely island during the storm. In the three days we were stranded in the island, they shared with us what little they have and more.