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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.
Years of pain, gone in a moment
Kennedy Villalon, a 60-year-old father of five from Cagayan, has lived a simple life as a fisherman, relying on catching bullet tuna and reef fish to provide for his family. However, like many in his community, Kennedy faces challenges, especially when it comes to his...
Surviving the storm alone
When nature strikes, it doesn’t hold back. For elders living alone, the experience can be even more overwhelming, leaving them feeling more isolated and hopeless. “My goodness, I was terrified because I was alone…” Even though weeks have passed since Super Typhoon...
Responders helping responders
When disaster strikes, there's always someone who steps up, and for Precious Laaño-Baluyut, it’s all about providing hot, comforting meals to those in need. This cultural worker and founder of ArtRelief, along with her husband Alex, has been on the frontlines of...
Evacuation center served as a newborn’s shelter
When Typhoon Enteng struck, it brought devastating floods to many parts of Luzon, including Rizal. At an evacuation site in Antipolo City, Sherryl Diamante’s family found themselves in the midst of this catastrophe. Just after giving birth, Sherryl found herself...
Long walks and aspirations
In 2023, Jarish Dolosa faced significant financial struggles while trying to balance her college studies. With her parents unable to work due to illness and no funds for transportation, she had to sell goods in her classroom just to make ends meet. Each Sunday, her...
When the rescuer needs rescuing
Life has a way of throwing us unexpected challenges, and for Eric Laudatu, a former ambulance driver at Imus Hospital, the past year has been a true test of strength and resilience. Eric, 51, was known for his dedication to helping others in times of medical...
Austine’s remarkable transformation
Austine Abrillo's life has been transformed in ways his parents could only dream of. Born with a severe cleft lip and palate, Austine's future looked bleak as his family struggled to afford the necessary surgeries. Austine's parents, Bernadeth and Rheniel Abrillo,...
A warrior seamstress’ resilience
On May 23, 2017, Marawi City in Mindanao was rocked by violent extremist groups. Thousands fled, including 48-year-old widow and entrepreneur, Piya Azis. Operation Blessing (OB) stepped in to aid the displaced, launching massive relief operations and providing food,...
A Blessing for Body and Soul: Concepcion Finds Relief
At 88 years old, Concepcion grappled not just with the aches and pains of age, but also the burden of affording basic healthcare. "Vitamin B is expensive," she shared, "the cheapest option is 5 pesos, and that's only if we have the money." Menthol ointment became her...
A Cough Lifted, and Spirits Renewed: Mailin Finds Relief at Operation Blessing Clinic
On the third day of their impactful medical mission in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan, the Operation Blessing team encountered Mailin, a 37-year-old single mother, and her son Lance, 9. Mailin works tirelessly selling bananas to make ends meet, but on this particular...
A Helping Hand in Brgy. Gumaoc West: Operation Blessing Brings Relief
Operation Blessing Foundation Philippines recently touched the lives of residents in Brgy. Gumaoc West, San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan through a heartfelt Mobile Clinic Medical Mission. The mission focused on providing free medical check-ups, dental services, and a touch...
Fire Survivors in Tondo Receive Aid from Operation Blessing
Last month, a fire tore through a residential neighborhood in Tondo, Manila. The blaze raged for nearly seven hours before firefighters were able to extinguish it. Eunice Julio, a 27-year-old mother of two, was one of the fire's survivors. "It happened around 10pm,"...