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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.
A milestone achieved
For four years, Grace had the privilege of being a Back-To-School (BTS) scholar, and it made a world of difference in her life. Mary Grace Amaro is the sixth child in a family of seven siblings. The meager income her parents earned often left them with debts, making...
Unveiling the smile within
Imagine a child, born into a humble home at Sitio Malikongkong, in Marilog District, Davao City, his family's love and dedication their only possessions of worth. Jun, the firstborn of his parents, Joel and Lorena, came from a loving yet impoverished family. His...
A Scholar’s Pledge
Rica Mangahas is on the verge of accomplishing a remarkable milestone in her life. As she approaches her graduation day, she reflects on the incredible journey she had with the unwavering support of Operation Blessing's Back-To-School Project, in partnership with the...
The scholarship that changed everything
Despite facing financial challenges, Cyra San Gabriel harbored dreams of pursuing a college education. Her journey, however, was far from easy, and she contemplated abandoning her dreams. Little did she know that a big blessing was about to emerge through a...
A sudden disruption
It was John Lesner Paliza’s first time becoming an evacuee. He lived comfortably in Sorsogon all his life. When he and his wife, Janelle, got married, they decided to stay in Albay. It’s been only three years since they moved to their home in Brgy. Salugan when Mayon...
Rising to new heights
With a heart full of gratitude and a spirit of determination, Allen stands at the precipice of his future. He is ready to begin a new chapter, equipped with the skills, knowledge, and unwavering support of Operation Blessing's Back-To-School Project, in partnership...
When nurtured dreams manifest
Like many success stories, Back-To-School scholar Monte Carlo Faustino was not without challenges. He encountered numerous obstacles, including financial constraints, limited educational resources, and personal setbacks. However, his passion and perseverance propelled...
80-year-old grandma happy to get dental extraction at OB Mobile Clinic
In our Mobile Clinic activity in Lemery, Batangas, we met 80-year-old Leticia Arenas. She came for the dental extraction service. Leticia, beautifully wrinkly crowned with silver hair, is still sharp and smart to talk to. She is also physically strong. She is a widow...
Vision and hope restored
This June, we were able to serve hundreds of residents in and nearby Brgy. Tubuan, Lemery, Batangas through our Mobile Clinic. This community is an hour away from the city, which means going to the health center with complete medicine and facilities is quite costly....
A young doctor’s passion restored
While we administer health and healing to people in far-flung and difficult communities, little do we know that OB’s medical missions are also healing for the team. One of those who testifed is Dr. Amanda Susulin, 28, one of our youngest and newest volunteer doctors....
Orica donates 23 wheelchairs to Operation Blessing
Orica, a global leader in mining and infrastructure solutions providers, showcased their commitment to corporate social responsibility by making a generous contribution to Operation Blessing. The donation took place during Orica's Team Building Program at the esteemed...
The depth of kindness
In recent years, Alice Dela Cruz had been facing a personal challenge. Warts had begun appearing on her face and neck when she turned 57, and over time, they had spread, causing her discomfort. Although the warts were not painful, they felt rough to the touch, and...