Together While Apart - Building a better normal
What we do
Our work is a mission of love: to relieve the suffering of those in need, and create a better world for all.
We serve with compassion to provide relief to those who suffer.
In Mandarin Chinese, “tzu” means compassion, and “chi” relief.
WHO WE ARE
Relieve the suffering of those in need.
We are an international humanitarian organization whose mission is to relieve the suffering of those in need while creating a better world for all through compassion, love and hope.
WHERE WE WORK
Transforming Lives:
Spreading love around the world
Tzu Chi, the world’s largest Buddhist humanitarian organization, was founded in Taiwan by Buddhist nun Dharma Master Cheng Yen. It has over 10 million volunteers working in more than 60 countries, with relief operations extended to over 120 countries.
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Stories and Events
August 16, 2024
Tzu Chi dental mission serves IP patients
21 Aetas from Pampanga avail of dental consults, fillings, extractions.
October 18, 2024
Mandaluyong CIW showcases handicrafts by PDL to Tzu Chi
Mandaluyong Correctional Institute for Women plans to sell handmade accessories and ornaments made by its Persons Deprived of Liberty at Tzu Chi’s Fiesta Verde this November.
July 28, 2022
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Fulfills Tzu Chi’s Mission of Education
The Tzu Chi Foundation accomplishes its mission of education in the Philippines with the opening of the Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Philippines at the Tzu Chi Agno campus.
December 8, 2022
Tzu Chi founder Dharma Master Cheng Yen is one of BBC’s 100 Women of 2022
BBC recognized Dharma Master Cheng Yen’s contribution in the development of modern Taiwanese Buddhism and Tzu Chi’s humanitarian efforts worldwide.
August 19, 2024
Tzu Chi scholar applicants face panel interviews
77 incoming second year college students pass preliminary screening.
August 25, 2024
Sharing one’s kindness: Tumana typhoon relief distribution
2,863 families were given relief packages to aid their recovery from Typhoon Carina.
August 28, 2024
Sparks ignited at 2024 Tzu Chi Youth Camp
Participants make friends, commit to volunteerism, get in touch with their feelings.
August 31, 2024
Taiwanese promotes simple vegetarian cooking at Tzu Chi Youth Camp
Campers whip up a dish in three easy steps.
September 9, 2024
Tzu Chi Preschool expresses love and gratitude on Grandparents Day
Young learners show a heartfelt sign language performance.
September 11, 2024
Tzu Chi welcomes 69 new NCR scholars for school year 2024-2025
The batch was introduced during Humanity class.
September 12, 2024
Organizations come together to talk about climate change at BTCC
Speakers delved into discussions on climate health, plant-based lifestyle, and wellbeing.
September 13, 2024
Tzu Chi scholars learn etiquette, Tzu Chi style
Volunteers use fun games and live demonstration.
September 16, 2024
Families make lanterns for Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Philippines’ Mid-Autumn Festival at BTCC
Parents and students used upcycled materials.
September 18, 2024
1,119 Antipolo residents claim relief after Typhoon Enteng
Tzu Chi volunteers distributed rice, essentials in three areas.
September 24, 2024
Tzu Chi hosts its Scholars’ Alumni Homecoming
Scholars from 2007 onward recommitted themselves to the foundation and its missions.
September 27, 2024
Tzu Chi Zamboanga hosts awarding, orientation for 20 new scholars
The batch includes 15 college-level students.
September 27, 2024
1,859 families claim fire relief in Tondo, Manila
Tzu Chi provided relief items for nearly 2,000 families displaced by the Tondo fire.
September 30, 2024
Be a benefactor of mankind is indeed a self-cultivation of our own blessings
October 4, 2024
Tzu Chi Foundation and Takeda Healthcare Philippines collaborate towards equitable patient care
Tzu Chi and Takeda Philippines signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to ensure patients’ equitable access to medicine for rare diseases.
November 12, 2024
Tzu Chi Taiwan CEO visits BTCC
Po-wen Yen gives inspiring talks at Tzu Chi’s four-day Diligence Camp.
October 28, 2024
Tzu Chi Bicol volunteers provide hot meals to families affected by Typhoon Kristine
October 7, 2024
It's hard to believe our first Fiesta Verde was all the way back in 2015!
What started as a festival of healthy food has blossomed into something bigger – a community coming together to make a difference. Through Tzu Chi's initiatives, we're not just sharing good food; we're sharing hope and taking steps toward a greener future.
You won’t want to miss it this year!
When: November 23-24, 10am-7pm
Where: Buddhist Tzu Chi Campus (1000 Cordillera cor Lubiran Sts., Bacood, Sta. Mesa, Manila)
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October 10, 2024
Tzu Chi signs MOU for scholarships with TUP Manila
The agreement provides underprivileged students with access to quality education.
October 11, 2024
From housewife to certified caregiver
After devastating news, Venus Telecio finds hope through Tzu Chi’s caregiving program.
October 14, 2024
Tzu Chi Palo Holds 3rd Humanities Class with the theme “Financial Wisdom for Compassionate Action!”
On a bright morning in Tzu Chi Great Love Hall, the scholars and volunteers gathered for the 3rd Humanities Class at Tzu Chi Great Love Village Palo, Leyte, a significant event that focused on equipping the scholars with financial literacy, aligning with the theme: "Financial Wisdom for Compassionate Action." Scholars and volunteers came together for a morning filled with valuable lessons and inspiring stories.
October 15, 2024
Former Tzu Chi scholar gives Humanity class on responsible use of technology
Scholars in Manila, Pampanga, Bicol, and Davao attended the talk.
October 17, 2024
Tzu Chi Pampanga scholars serve up vegetarian venture success
Three Tzu Chi scholars in Pampanga launch successful vegetarian food business, promoting health and compassion through entrepreneurship.
October 29, 2024
Tzu Chi Bicol, JLo Foundation conduct ocular visit in San Francisco, Camarines Sur
A total of 1,000 hot meals were also served to storm survivors and stranded travelers
October 30, 2024
Tzu Chi Youth volunteers awarded during induction ceremony at BTCC
38 young and courageous volunteers received their uniforms, marking the start of their journey as Tzu Chi Youth.
October 31, 2024
Kristine’s devastating aftermath: 6.7 million Filipinos displaced, death toll rises to 103
Tzu Chi Bicol volunteers were at the scene to assess damages and survivors’ needs
November 1, 2024
Tzu Chi Bicol volunteers conduct ocular visits in Camarines Sur
Evacuees included a woman who gave birth and families who brought caskets with their dearly departed.
November 11, 2024
Angelo King Foundation gives P1M to Tzu Chi’s calamity relief efforts
The donation is AKFI’s latest show of support for Tzu Chi’s missions
November 13, 2024
Tzu Chi Philippines celebrates 30th anniversary with Diligence Camp
Tzu Chi Taiwan CEO, Dharma Masters De Bei and De Pei, and Kaohsiung commissioners join four days of reflection and celebration
November 14, 2024
A harmonious kitchen: Collaboration of staff and volunteers at the 30th Anniversary Diligence Camp
Preparations include delicious food for the three-day Diligence Camp and a celebratory cake.
November 16, 2024
Compassion through bayanihan: facing the aftermath of Typhoon Kristine in Bicol
Tzu Chi Foundation distributes sacks of rice to families devastated by the typhoon.
November 22, 2024
Prepared with care
For two women who repacked clothes for typhoon victims, the opportunity to help is priceless
November 25, 2024
Undaunted by their challenges, they’re now caregivers
Trained under Tzu Chi’s caregiving course, Rhea Amilano and Mary Grace Olleta live with purpose and hope.
November 26, 2024
Fiesta Verde 2024 draws 92 exhibitors, many guests
The 2-day vegetarian fair benefits Tzu Chi’s charity, education, and medical assistance programs .
November 27, 2024
More than 4,000 families receive typhoon relief in Cagayan
Tzu Chi Philippines conducts relief operations in municipalities of Aparri and Sta. Ana.
November 28, 2024
Chefs whip up veggie dishes at Fiesta Verde
Live cooking demos show that vegetarian cooking can be easy and delicious.
December 2, 2024
Tzu Chi awards 21 scholars in its caregiving, welding programs
An alumnae’s inspiring testimonial gives them hope.
December 4, 2024
Meet the unsung heroes of Fiesta Verde 2024
Their tireless efforts helped make the 2-day event a success.
December 6, 2024
Recovery after loss: Tzu Chi conducts fire relief in Isla Puting Bato
1,932 affected families claim essential items and a 10-kg sack of rice each.
December 9, 2024
Preschoolers and parents bake pre-ordered cookies at BTCC
The third annual holiday bake sale supports Tzu Chi’s charity programs.
December 9, 2024
Tzu Chi Palo scholars hold environmental tutorial
Kids take environmental consciousness to heart through gardening.
December 10, 2024
Tzu Chi donates plastic caps for DOST-PNRI’s water reclamation project
The caps will be used in a project that seeks to remove pollutants in used water.
December 10, 2024
First Camsur, then Catanduanes: For these Tzu Chi Bicol volunteers, helping is automatic
Tess Reyes, Jocelyn “Jo” Chua, Analisa Amaranto, and Naty Candano join relief work for typhoons Kristine and Pepito.
December 11, 2024
Tzu Chi scholars participate in the annual Christmas Carol Contest
The event was held after the monthly Humanity class and quarterly Charity Day.
December 13, 2024
Scholars, parents express their thoughts in a Humanity class on filial piety
The monthly class was held together with the quarterly Charity Day
December 16, 2024
Tzu Chi covers beneficiary’s hemangioma surgery
Teased all his life, Alejandro Campaña Jr. is finally free of the large growth in his face.
December 17, 2024
Live performances, fun games, and sustainable decor at Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Philippines’ thanksgiving celebration
23 nursery, pre-kindergarten students and their parents attended the Christmas event
December 19, 2024
Tzu Chi provides relief to fire-ravaged Barangay 310 in Sta. Cruz, Manila
387 affected residents receive relief items and a 10-20 kg sack of rice each in the season of giving.
January 6, 2025
TechVoc scholars reunite for an alumni homecoming in December
Graduates renew relationships with their peers and commitment to the foundation
January 8, 2025
Walking the path of volunteerism, healing, and fulfilling Tzu Chi’s vision
From a Tzu Chi Technical-Vocational student to a certified commissioner, Melani Mapili brings Tzu Chi’s missions to institutions.
January 15, 2025
Milestones and firsts highlighted in Year End Blessing Ceremony
From organizing a large-scale medical mission in Sultan Kudarat to a Charity Run for Education, Tzu Chi volunteers made great strides in 2024.
January 16, 2025
How Tzu Chi enlightens attendees of Year-End Blessing Ceremony
Through educational programs, medical missions, and community leadership.
January 17, 2025
Partners in Tzu Chi’s educational support programs attend Year End Blessing Ceremony
In providing educational scholarships and technical-vocational livelihood opportunities to students, partnerships serve as a bridge in putting knowledge to practice.
January 20, 2025
His hand-painted messages usher goodness and harmony into your home
For Chua Hu Hua, creating Chinese scrolls is as much a blessing to him as it is for the recipient.
January 22, 2025
Families enjoy a day of fun during Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Philippines’ third sports fest
20 students and their families played team games, building camaraderie.
January 25, 2025
Tzu Chi’s Technical-Vocational Program welcomes applicants for its Caregiving, Machining courses
For Jeffrey Albarico and Marielle Hernandez, a TechVoc scholarship gave them the means to support their families.
January 25, 2025
Preschoolers learn Chinese culture while celebrating the Lunar New Year
A fun and interactive program made it a memorable occasion
February 1, 2025
Through wishes and prayers: Tzu Chi Philippines celebrates Lunar New Year 2025
Tzu Chi volunteers, guests, and families welcome Lunar New Year with traditional Buddhist ritual, morning walking meditation, festive dishes, and fun activities.
February 4, 2025
The bookstore that gives back
Proceeds from Jing Si Books & Café’s sales support Tzu Chi’s various missions.
February 6, 2025
Davao beneficiaries claim free prosthetic limbs from Tzu Chi Zamboanga
The chapter also donated wheelchairs and crutches.
February 10, 2025
Honorary donors feted at Tzu Chi’s Chinese New Year get-together
Guests gathered for a sumptuous hotpot dinner
February 12, 2025
Strengthened by faith, motivated by family
For Tzu Chi scholar and now doctor, Edil-Joshua Ganas, his achievement is a product of his faith, devotion to family, and the support he received from the Tzu Chi Foundation.
February 13, 2025
Tzu Chi Pampanga brings aid, joy to Munting Tahanan ng Nazareth
Donations include two wheelchairs, a hospital bed, school supplies, and other essentials.
February 14, 2025
Preschoolers experience their first market day
At Farmers Market in Cubao, Quezon City, Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Philippines students learn how to pick and purchase veggies
February 15, 2025
Tzu Chi Philippines donates hospital equipment to Ziga Memorial Hospital in Albay
Eighteen hospital beds, 16 wheelchairs, 12 commodes, and eight walkers were sent from Metro Manila to Tabaco City, Albay.
February 17, 2025
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Philippines holds its third kiddie market on Valentine’s Day
The event was a fundraising drive to support Tzu Chi’s charity programs.
February 18, 2025
Tzu Chi reignites volunteerism with two-day camp
The camp introduced 24 participants to the foundation’s missions, paving the way for a volunteer training in March.
February 19, 2025
Two volunteer trainees are following in family members’ footsteps
A desire to help motivated them to join Tzu Chi’s New Volunteers Camp.
February 28, 2025
Xavier School Nuvali visits Tzu Chi for interfaith event
Grade 10 students learn about Buddhist teachings through Tzu Chi volunteers’ experiences in disaster relief, medical missions, and environmental initiatives
March 11, 2025
Tzu Chi joins “SheSustains Marketplace” for ADB’s Gender Month
The selling exhibition showcased products from the foundation’s bakery, Tzu Chi Palo Great Love Village, and Waste to Wonder initiative.
March 12, 2025
Tzu Chi Philippines signs MOA with Leyte Normal University
14 Tzu Chi scholars were awarded with scholarships.
March 13, 2025
Preschoolers mark their first-ever LRT ride
In this experiential learning activity, Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Philippines toddlers also toured the Light Rail Transit Authority Depot.
March 14, 2025
Humanity class on fire safety combines lecture with live simulation activity
Tzu Chi chapters held a similar class for Fire Prevention Month.
March 17, 2025
Fostering camaraderie at Tzu Chi Youth Sports Day
The event showcases Tzu Chi Youth’s warm energy while promoting humanitarian values.
March 19, 2025
Tzu Chi Foundation inks MOA with Philippine Orthopedic Center
The symbolic signing formalizes a decades-long partnership.
March 19, 2025
Graduating scholars polish resumé-writing skills in Humanity class
The class addressed common concerns and taught them to be succinct and specific with their words.
March 17, 2025
Tzu Chi Pampanga provides school supplies to 150 indigenous students
Sixth to 12th graders received bags containing pencils, ball pens, sharpeners, rulers, face masks, notebooks, and snacks.
March 25, 2025
Charity Day marks World Hearing Day with free hearing screening
Plans for a Hearing Aid Bank were also announced.
March 29, 2025
Tzu Chi supports a father’s recovery
Medicines and basic necessities helped nursing aide Elmer Juampit and his family as he got better from life-changing surgeries.
April 10, 2025
Diligence Day reminds volunteers to uphold Master Cheng Yen’s teachings
Volunteers are urged to represent Tzu Chi through words and deeds.
April 10, 2025
Scholar alumni volunteer for Tzu Chi scholars’ reapplication interviews
Kenneth Lagonilla and Michelle Jose have a newfound appreciation for the crucial role of assessing applicants.
April 14, 2025
43 Ata Manobo avail of eye checkup outreach organized by Tzu Chi Davao and Family Eye Care clinic
Medical treatments fully funded by Tzu Chi Davao’s liaison office.
April 15, 2025
A welding student’s second chance at education
After sacrificing his studies to support his family, Gerald Seciban learns a viable skill through Tzu Chi’s Technical-Vocational program.
April 21, 2025
Learning Chinese to build relationships and bright futures
Tzu Chi’s monthly Chinese language class for scholars opens doors for better communication and career opportunities.
April 22, 2025
Walking meditation celebrates Tzu Chi’s 59th year, Master Cheng Yen’s birthday
The practice represents cleansing, humility, devotion, and gratitude.
April 24, 2025
Tzu Chi recognizes 24 new Tech-Voc scholars
18 are training to be caregivers, six are studying machine operations.
April 28, 2025
Less trash, more commitment to care for the planet at Runrio’s 2025 Earth Day Run
The annual road race used collapsible hydration cups introduced by Tzu Chi
May 2, 2025
Tzu Chi inks MOAs with three caregiving institutions
The partnership provides Tech-Voc scholars with on-the-job training.
May 7, 2025
Tzu Chi’s caregiving program helped this scholar pursue his healthcare dream
For James Llenos, caregiving can be a stepping stone to his original plan: to take up nursing and medicine.
May 12, 2025
Tzu Chi’s Golden Age Academy keeps seniors active and engaged
The half-day program will run for five Saturdays
May 13, 2025
Tzu Chi holds 3-in-1 celebration at the Jing Si Auditorium
Over 1,000 participants joined the annual ritual of cleansing and purification.
May 14, 2025
Parents thank teachers and staff during Filial Piety celebration
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Philippines held a heartwarming get-together with pre-kindergarten students and parents on May 9.
May 19, 2025
26 Tzu Chi preschoolers feted in third Moving-Up Ceremony
The ceremony included dancing, singing, and an exhibit of their artworks
January 29, 2024
Tzu Chi Philippines 2023: Year in Review
Join us in revisiting the impactful moments of Tzu Chi's humanitarian programs in 2023, all made possible by the unwavering dedication and kindness of our volunteers and donors.
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