Challenges are expected in life. It is what we do with them that makes us as a person. In the municipality of Talakag, Bukidnon, a beneficiary of the Sustainable Livelihood Program, dreamed of a better future for her children. Through her livelihood at Amper’s Nylon Crafts, Elenith Amper’s perseverance and hard work bore fruit as continue reading : SLP beneficiary unafraid to start over again
In Kisolon, Sumilao, Bukidnon, three Higaonon women dreamt of a better life. Their threads intertwined as they attended the 10-day training in dressmaking held by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). The pandemic came in 2020 their lines may have separated, but they are simultaneously in sync with each other’s dreams. Instead of continue reading : Weaving a Colorful Thread
“Kung makadawat sila [sa kwarta sa gobyerno], ila ibutang sa maayo. Kay tiguwang naman ta, kinahanglan nato na maharuhay ug di nata magsalig sa atong bata.” [If they received money from the government, they should use it well. We are old(my wife and I), so we should be self-sufficient and not depend on our children.] continue reading : SLP beneficiary pays it forward
With the Christmas season approaching, many people are busy buying gifts at malls with festive tunes and colorful displays of flashing lights. But let us not forget the main reason we celebrate this Yuletide season- the birth of Jesus. As December 16 drew near, churches prepared for the annual Simbang Gabi. It is a devotional continue reading : A Christmas To Remember: A Tindera Sells Kakanin for the Season
Marlyn Velbestre, 45, of Purok 8, Calao-Calao, Don Carlos, Bukidnon, is a cautious spender. Marlyn will always set aside an amount from the 4Ps (Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program) cash grant she receives every other two months for any eventualities. A mother of five, Marlyn’s family exited from the 4Ps this year after the Listahanan 3 continue reading : Former 4Ps grantee earns assets by saving money
Marlyn Velbestre, 45, of Purok 8, Calao-Calao, Don Carlos, Bukidnon, is a cautious spender. Marlyn will always set aside an amount from the 4Ps (Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program) cash grant she receives every other two months for any eventualities. A mother of five, Marlyn’s family exited from the 4Ps this year after the Listahanan 3 continue reading : Former 4Ps grantee earns assets by saving money
“We ventured into many businesses before, but we did not succeed. It’s only here in Balo-i that we have thrived through our start-up food business,” shared Alican Bongcarawan Ali, a Balik-Probinsya Bagong Pag-Asa Program (BP2P) beneficiary in Balo-i, Lanao del Norte. After years of toiling on the sidewalks of Quiapo, Manila as a vendor, he continue reading : Opportunities come to those who are prepared
There’s nothing more fulfilling and joyful for a parent than having their children finish their studies. Also, it would be the time to celebrate the glory and success behind the sacrifices and hardships of the parents in supporting their children. This happened to the Timbangan Family of Barangay Kulaman, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon. An active beneficiary continue reading : ‘Our sacrifices are not in vain’
