How many of us have told ourselves at least once that
"If
my life gets better(pag naka-ahon na), I'll help other
people?"
Only to push that time to later, later, later...
Each one of us has accomplished something, either in our
personal careers, family, health or spiritual aspect.
But sometimes, we complain of our clothes, when others do not
have something to wear, of our house when others don't have one to
call their own.
Let me share a little bit about of myself. I am Louella, born of
a poor-average family in a south east Asian country called Philippines
and grew up in a family with 2 siblngs and a single mom - Through my
mom's hard work, and financial dole outs of relatives and
acquaintances. By God's grace I was able to finish studies and had my
first work at age 20.
Contrary to most Filipino's culture, I did NOT give my first
earnings to my mom. Instead, I got my 6 yr old brother, went to
Session road(considered the town center of Baguio City) where I
usually saw street kids selling flowers or just simply begging.
Together we bought Andoks (whole roasted chickens) and several food
groceries from Secen-Eleven Convenience store and handed them to
several street children.
Why? Because I remembered that during our family's time of need,
there were helping hands who offered help to us.
Why? Because it
is better to be in the giving end than to be in the needing
end.
Why? Because I remember my promise as a child that if my
life, get's better, I will help other people.
Why? Because I can.
And I believe you can too...
Let us help these children and homeless by providing food, bag
of groceries clothes(depending on budget) and empowerment. I will
personally conduct a small event for them and provide teachings and
learnings of personal development. The same concepts that I have used
as an internationally trained and certified coach who have helped
hundreds to thousands of people in over 30 countries across the globe.
There is no mandatory amount to donate. But to make it exciting,
for every peso that You contribute, I would give an equivalent amount
of (up to a total of P100,000 ex. If you give P100, I give P100) from
my personal pocket. I will also provide 10 of them a means of
livelihood as a start-up business amounting to P150,000.
Last year, in 10 days we were able to raise P49,840 and were
able to feed over 430 families. Here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haEuahxpjOQ
Let's see what we can do in more than 20 days! =)
On my own, I can do a lot but together we can achieve more.
I am not a political leader, not a religious leader, just an
average typical Filipino blessed enough with opportunities and now
passing it forward. And now it's my turn to give LAB [Lingon Ahon at Bangon]
I know this action will also urge and push other fellow ordinary
citizens to start their own campaigns.
To God be all the glory!
P.S.
Di kailangan ng bagyo (yolanda) para tumulong sa iba
na tumayo...
We don't need a calamity to stand as a community...
P.P.S. Those who will be able to contribute time instead will be greatly appreciated! =) Let us give the children and homeless the warmth, smiles, hugs and Love that money can't buy! =)