May 2014
Philippines
Our trustee Christine was invited to the Philippines by the Light House manager Zed Avecilla, founder of Operation HOPE in support of the people affected by the last Typhoon Yolanda in November.
With the vice governor and Myra Alcid Gavino who support the indigenous tribe in the Philippines. Jozen Curva who is an inspiration to move the project forward and Zed Avecilla whose kindness and generosity is leading the project.
Our successful meeting discussing the plan to build an eco village on the land offered by the government.
Christine went to Tocloban where the Typhoon hit the most, there are still 30,000 families without homes, families are building shelter where they can, recycling pieces found.
With the strength of the typhoon a boat landed in the middle of the town and still is there.
Christine our trustee helped to sort out clothes and food for distribution. Our charity bought 540 kilo of rice.