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Operation Blessing is committed to help transform people’s lives – from one who is desperate to one who is full of hope. But we cannot do so on our own. We need YOUR HELP.

Brighter smile ahead

Brighter smile ahead

At just fifteen years old, Zekiya Calvario had a burden to bear—a relentless toothache that had plagued her for a month due to stubborn tooth decay. For weeks, she endured excruciating pain, relying solely on antibiotics. But hope, as the saying goes, always remains....

Reaching new heights

Reaching new heights

Liezel's story isn't one of despair. Thanks to the support of Operation Blessing’s Life-Changing Surgery and Tebow CURE Hospital, Liezel underwent a series of surgeries that corrected her condition. Today, she stands tall without the need for assistance and walks...

Patient with rare eye ailment received medical assistance

Patient with rare eye ailment received medical assistance

Blindsided by a diagnosis she'd never heard of—Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome (VKH)—Ana felt overwhelmed and uncertain about what lay ahead. Though she was familiar with other eye ailments, this particular condition was entirely new to her. “It was severely painful,...

Enduring an injury

Enduring an injury

Working hard to support his family, Alexander De Leon was taking on extra work as a plumber after his regular job. One day, as he was riding home on his motorbike, he got a flat tire and crashed into some rocks by the roadside. The accident left Alexander with serious...

Donor Turned Volunteer: Marilyn’s Journey with Operation Blessing

Donor Turned Volunteer: Marilyn’s Journey with Operation Blessing

Marilyn Teodoro, a 50-year-old businesswoman, embodies the spirit of giving. A long-time Operation Blessing (OB) donor, her journey took a powerful turn when she finally joined the mission as a volunteer. Here’s what she has to say: “OB’s medical missions is different...

From cruel taunts to confident steps

From cruel taunts to confident steps

More than four years ago, Norie's husband died due to complications from arthritis. Despite this, the 39-year-old mother of three showed strength, taking on the roles of both father and mother for her children. Her youngest, Shameber, was born with clubfoot, which...

Hit and run victim finds relief in a Mobile Clinic mission

Hit and run victim finds relief in a Mobile Clinic mission

While carrying out her duties as a street sweeper in Bagong Silang, Caloocan, 48-year-old Catherine Gilles was hit by a fast-approaching car, leaving her left leg bruised and injured. This incident has made it difficult for her to walk, forcing her to take days off...

A day of fun and learning

A day of fun and learning

Quietly engaged in play within the kinetic sand area of Kidzoona at SM North Edsa, Jann molded the sand into various forms. His mother, Anabelle, observed from a distance, filled with joy seeing her little boy enjoying the moment. Anabelle revealed that initially, she...

At God’s appointed time

At God’s appointed time

Gliesa experienced the fulfillment of her long-standing prayers, as promised in Isaiah 60:22 – "when the time is right, the Lord will make it happen." Born with clubfoot and enduring childhood teasing, she prayed for the necessary surgery to correct her condition....

A healing smile: Life-Changing Surgery story

A healing smile: Life-Changing Surgery story

Jun, 3, was born with a cleft lip. He belongs to the Matigsalug Tribe, which lives in a mountainous community in Davao City. His parents were told that Jun needed surgery immediately to prevent infections in the future. However, they cannot afford the surgery to...

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