Project:Bring A Smile Supporters & Friends

Pastor Ramon & Sis. Leah Banta, parents of my previous student, Samuel David agreed to help distribute some of the toys and clothing. Pastor Ramon and Sis. Leah are very much involved in several Christian ministries and outreach programs including teaching the gospel to prisoners and helping raise funds for the rehabilitation of youth with substance disorders. They also led many feeding programs in selected neighborhoods in the Philippines including the one in Barangay Bagong Silang, Mandaluyong City. The feeding of these children has been going on since 2007 and is done regularly every Saturday. It will surely be a delight to give the kids a little more than just food. Toys and clothing will surely bring a smile on their faces. To get to know more of Pastor Ramon Banta and his projects, click here:
Below are some photos of Pastor Ramon and Sis.Leah in action:

THE MOJE FAMILY
My Grandpa, Reynaldo R. Moje, when he was still alive made a vow to help our less fortunate neighbors in Tondo, Manila. Every 20th of December ( Grandma & Grandpa’s wedding anniversary and my brothers birthday) of each year, with the help of every family member, rice, noodles, coffee and canned goods were packed and distributed. The funds use to pursue this project came from his very own pocket. He is not a wealthy man, our family isn’t a wealthy family but we believe in sharing what we have…

Three years ago, Grandpa passed away. My Papa and Mama, despite some financial challenges struggled to keep Grandpa’s legacy alive.

Just recently my younger sisters, Cheska and Mico, students of Manila Cathedral School were exposed to the works of Missionaries of Charity. On several occasions, they visited Missionaries of Charity Home of Joy for the Sick Children. It is an orphanage that caters to children with special needs. Residents of Missionaries of Charity Home of Joy are kids with Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Hydrocephalus, Asthma and Malnutrition.

My family wishes they could give more to these less fortunate little one. When I told them about Project Bring A Smile, they were truly happy. It inspired them to give more and they also agreed to deliver the toys and clothing and help distribute them to the kids.

I don’t want this list to end. I hope to add more names to the Project: Bring a Smile friends and supporters. All kinds of help are welcome.I believe that bringing a smile to these less fortunate kids is a collective effort. Thank you so much for reading and thank you in advance for your help.