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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.

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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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Latest Updates, Stories, and Events

January 24, 2023

Tzu Chi marks Chinese New Year 2023 with 3 steps and 1 bow

The pilgrimage ended at the Jing Si Abode.

January 31, 2023

2022 Summary of Aid

In 2022, Tzu Chi's work of love has reached thousands of Filipinos nationwide.

January 31, 2023

Technical-Vocational scholar learns and earns for his family

Angemar Abot finished a two-month Refrigerator and Air-conditioning Course.

January 31, 2022

Tzu Chi Relief for Cebu

After living through the violent winds and torrential rains of Super Typhoon Odette (Rai) on the evening of December 16, 2021, Cebuanos woke up to a disheartening sight: the total devastation of their homes and livelihood. According to a January 14, 2022 report by the Department of Social Welfare and Development, 636,837 families, or close to 2 million persons in Cebu, were affected by the Category 5 storm.

Tzu Chi volunteers from Manila flew to Cebu on January 1, 2022 to begin a week of relief work. Guided by their Cebuano counterparts, they identified typhoon victims in the impoverished coastal barangays of Lapu-Lapu City and Carcar City, as well as an underserved community in the Municipality of Sibonga. The distribution of 20-kg sacks of rice to families in Sibonga and Talisay soon followed. But it was news of cash aid of up to P20,000 that sent crowds crying tears of joy. Metrobank and BDO branches in Carcar, Lapu-Lapu, and Opon, facilitated the release of financial assistance to 2,808 beneficiaries.

January 12, 2023

Scholars discuss gratitude, positivity in the first Humanity Class of 2023

Elementary, high school, and college scholars came in full force.

January 31, 2022

Tzu Chi Relief for Leyte

Having experienced the wrath of Super Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) in 2013, Leyteños moved quickly with the coming of Super Typhoon Odette (Rai) on December 16, 2021. In Ormoc Tzu Chi Great Love Village, residents were brought to an evacuation center where local government provided collapsible tents and volunteers cooked and fed them warm porridge. Sets of clothes were also distributed to evacuees who didn’t have enough time to bring personal belongings with them.

Volunteers in Manila organized the airlifting of 3,000 Taiwan blankets to Tacloban. They also coordinated with Metrobank the release of financial aid to beneficiaries. Metrobank’s branch in Sogod, Southern Leyte, served 1,978 families.

January 10, 2023

Tzu Chi thanks donors in dinner party

Guests enjoyed a vegetarian dinner at the BTCC plaza and a special tea ceremony at the Lotus Pond.

December 22, 2022

Kabutihan Farm sponsors Tzu Chi’s Quarterly Charity Day

The resto and events place in Amadeo, Cavite, espouses vegetarianism.

January 7, 2023

Tzu Chi donates medical equipment to Missionary Sisters of Immaculate Heart of Mary

The Catholic missionary group received hospital beds, wheelchairs, noodles, and hygiene supplies.

November 10, 2022

Volunteers survey Typhoon Paeng damages in Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao

190 houses were destroyed and 23 lives were lost in a landslide in Brgy. Kusiong, Datu Odin Sinsuat.

October 30, 2022

Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool’s Trick-or-Treat goes to BTCC

Preschoolers came in vegetables and animals costume to encourage vegetarianism and love for animals.

June 19, 2022

Fire Breaks Out at Buddhist Tzu Chi Campus

Building fire at Sta Mesa Tzu Chi Campus extinguished with the help of Filipino and Chinese fire brigade volunteers and Tzu Chi volunteers.

April 20, 2022

Volunteer training continues with Tzu Chi’s “Mission of Charity”

The whole-day event included a tour around BTCC.

April 12, 2022

Angelo King Foundation donates bicycles to Tzu Chi

The donated bicycles will be distributed to the beneficiaries of Tzu Chi’s livelihood, medical, and scholarship programs.

April 8, 2022

Manila East volunteers hold tea party at BTCC

After two years, volunteers from the Mingtong 岷東 district reunited at the BTCC coffee shop.

April 7, 2022

Manila Central volunteers reunite in tea party

Volunteers from the Mingchong district gathered at the Jing Si Hall in Quezon City.

April 6, 2022

Tzu Chi distributes rice to indigent families in Payatas

Tzu Chi volunteers partnered with Mother of Divine Providence Parish to give rice to 100 families in Payatas, Quezon City.

April 5, 2022

Angelo King Foundation Donates to Tzu Chi to Help Typhoon Odette Efforts

Angelo King Foundation, Inc. (AKFI) officials visited BTCC; strengthened partnership with Tzu Chi.

April 1, 2022

Tzu Chi Charity Day draws beneficiaries old and new

Assistance included 20-kg rice, groceries, and medicines

March 31, 2022

Volunteers send rice to Girlstown and Boystown in Silang, Cavite

The Sisters of Mary congregation and Tzu Chi Foundation share a mission to help the poor

March 29, 2022

The Secret of Sonya’s Garden

A former banker, unhappy with the corporate life, created a paradise retreat in the hills of Tagaytay to take her back to simpler times, and the nostalgia of her childhood in her grandmother’s garden. Sonya’s Garden is an idyllic, verdant, and flower-laden oasis, that brings guests back to nature and offers a healthy refresh to mind, body, and soul.

March 27, 2022

Eating and planting organic at Sonya’s Garden

Sonya's Garden, a well known Filipino bed and breakfast, is committed to their environmental advocacy.

March 16, 2022

Tzu Chi hosts veggie buffet for a cause

Guests feasted on a delicious spread of sweet and savory meat-free dishes.

March 5, 2022

The Vegan Grocer

Part one of our series "This Vegetarian Life" takes us to The Vegan Grocer in San Juan. We talk to the owners, Auggie and Israel, to find out about vegan foods and how a vegan diet can improve our health.

March 1, 2022

Tzu Chi’s ‘A Mission of Love’ now part of National Library

Author Alya Honasan looks back at how the book came to be.

February 2, 2022

A Different Chinese New Year at Tzu Chi Campus

Guests and volunteers received angpao, tikoy, and other tokens of good fortune.

January 28, 2022

Volunteers offer rice, hope in Inabanga, Bohol

841 households in three barangays were completely destroyed.

January 20, 2022

Tzu Chi volunteers, indigenous Davao farmers plant 2,500 banana seedlings

It's part of Tzu Chi's poverty alleviation program for Davao's indigenous communities.

January 18, 2022

Odette victims in Leyte receive financial assistance.

Almost 20,000 families from Liloan, Southern Leyte claimed their cash aid.

January 10, 2022

Rice relief, cash aid for Cebu’s Odette victims

Beneficiaries also shared their blessings with the less fortunate.

January 7, 2022

Hope after Odette

Amid tragedy and devastation are love and warmth.

January 4, 2022

Tzu Chi volunteers begin Odette relief operations in Cebu, Bohol

Beneficiaries claimed their relief cards.

January 3, 2022

Tzu Chi volunteers hold Odette donation drives in Leyte, Davao malls

Volunteers welcomed pledges in any amount.

December 28, 2021

2Go transports Tzu Chi aid to Cebu

Seven container vans will ferry donated essential goods for free.

December 28, 2021

Cebu scholars share their rice relief with Odette victims

The scholars personally delivered the "bundles of joy."

December 26, 2021

Bohol has bleak Christmas after Odette

Volunteers call for food, water, and other basic necessities.

December 26, 2021

Tzu Chi sends 3,000 blankets to Odette victims

This initial aid is for distribution to storm-battered areas in the Visayas.

December 20, 2021

Taguig-Pateros District Hospital honors Tzu Chi with plaques of appreciation

Tzu Chi also sends aid to Bahay Mapagmahal.

December 21, 2021

Tzu Chi, Digital PH invite Biz Leaders to Join Hands in Odette Relief

Let's help in a manner that’s relevant, transparent, and purposive

December 15, 2021

Payatas scavengers, PWD receive their third tranche of relief

Amid the poverty and misery, beneficiaries share their blessings.

December 14, 2021

Tzu Chi Volunteers Christmas Cookfest

That’s the theme of this cooking contest today, cook a vegetarian recipe that will excite the judges.

December 14, 2021

Veggie dishes a hit at Charity Sale

Shoppers stocked up on fried dumplings, braised bean curd, Korean kimchi, kelp salad, and more.

December 7, 2021

Caloocan North tricycle drivers reveal generous spirit

Michael Celeste shares his rice supply, Christopher Bengca looks after drivers' welfare.

December 3, 2021

This scavenger claimed her relief goods—then shared them with others

Mylene Romano takes the teachings of Tzu Chi to heart.

December 2, 2021

Cardiologist Dr. Kent Tan has cutting-edge technique and heart of gold

For Dr. Kent Tan, everyone has the capacity to help.

December 1, 2021

Caloocan South trike drivers claim third tranche of rice, relief goods

2,852 tricycle drivers have supplies to see them through the holidays.

November 24, 2021

Volunteerism begins early for these college seniors

Universidad de Manila students Catherine Jill Cillo and Franchesca Nadine Bituin go above and beyond their on-the-job training at Tzu Chi

November 24, 2021

Tzu Chi Donates Dental Chair to Help People of Marikina

The Tzu Chi Foundation donates dental chair to to citizens of Marikina to help with dental care during the pandemic. Together with a second dental chair donated by local businessman, Tony Andres, the people of Marikina are finally able to receive proper oral care.

November 20, 2021

Eduardo Yañez: From Eye Center beneficiary to Tzu Chi volunteer

After a much-needed cataract surgery at the Tzu Chi Eye Center, Eduardo Yañez shares his time and efforts as a way of saying thanks.

November 15, 2021

Even with her family’s foundation, Tzu Chi volunteer Olga Vendivel continues to help others through Tzu Chi Foundation

Tzu Chi volunteer Olga Vendivel doesn't put limits to who and how she can serve.

November 10, 2021

Caloocan South tricycle drivers inspired to help

Edwin Macasieb Rivera counts his blessings; Benjie Mendoza Rafols says even the poor can extend aid.

November 5, 2021

Montalban scavengers find community and dignity in trash

Scavengers of Montalban, Rizal, are proud of their profession.

November 12, 2021

Caloocan North tricycle driver proves that every centavo counts in creating a better life

Caloocan North tricycle driver Domingo Navida proves that every centavo counts in creating a better life.

November 2, 2021

Scavengers old and new at relief distribution in Montalban, Rizal

Montalban, Rizal’s beneficiaries include Eugene Ramos, who is forced to work as a scavenger after the murder of his father, and lady guard Gina Ren, a former scavenger.

October 26, 2021

This PWD tricycle driver from Pampanga doesn’t play the victim card

Santo Tomas, Pampanga, tricycle driver Marvin Basilio doesn’t let polio get in the way of his dreams.

October 28, 2021

Reprieve from Tzu Chi for Payatas scavengers

Down and out of their luck, Payatas scavengers Rosauro Sarmiento and Rolando Pagdanganan are grateful for their first tranche of rice and relief goods.

October 25, 2021

Tzu Chi scholars return for second tranche of rice, relief goods

Twins Jaypee and Jayvee de los Santos are the sons of a former Tzu Chi volunteer; Angel Mactobo is the family’s responsible one who helps her parents.

October 21, 2021

Cebu City’s Badjao community receives Taiwan rice aid from Tzu Chi Foundation

More than 100 Badjaos each receive a sack of 20-kg rice from Cebu City’s Anti Mendicancy Office.

October 19, 2021

Tzu Chi volunteers distribute rice, relief goods in Santo Tomas, Pampanga

Tzu Chi volunteers bring their latest rice and relief efforts to 999 indigent residents in Santo Tomas, Pampanga.

October 15, 2021

Tzu Chi donates Hyper Light Disinfection Robot to CGHMC

Tzu Chi volunteers facilitate Mediland Enterprise Corporation’s donation of a Hyper Light Disinfection Robot to Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center. The turnover was live-streamed to Tzu Chi’s main office in Taiwan.

September 15, 2021

How a Tzu Chi scholarship changed these students’ lives

For Christian Samodio, Raniel Balmoja, and John Denzel P. Rimando, a Tzu Chi scholarship isn’t just about financial assistance—it’s about values education, environmental awareness, and community works, too.

September 10, 2021

High-flow nasal cannulas turned over to PGH, CGHMC

Tzu Chi Philippines donates these devices critical to severe COVID-19 patients’ recovery.

September 9, 2021

Homeless for years, Tzu Chi scholar now looks to the future with hope

Life’s struggles motivated Ron Matthew Solar to work hard and be independent for himself and his family.

October 13, 2021

These Brightwoods School teachers are Tzu Chi volunteers too

Last October 9, Brightwoods School in Angeles, Pampanga, opened its sportsfield to a large-scale rice and relief goods distribution organized by Tzu Chi Foundation for more than 1,000 indigent residents from Angeles City, and a barangay of Aetas from Tarlac. Volunteers showed up bright and early to support the worthy cause: among them, 30-40 teachers from the host school.

October 12, 2021

Aeta community among Angeles City beneficiaries in latest Tzu Chi distribution

Over 1,000 Angeles City indigents from five barangays were the beneficiaries of Tzu Chi Foundation’s rice and relief goods distribution last October 9 at the Brightwoods Sportsfield, in Pandan, Angeles City.

October 7, 2021

Tzu Chi’s Palo Villagers sew Facemasks to Raise Funds for HFNC

At Great Love Village in Palo, Leyte, volunteers organized a facemask fundraiser to support Tzu Chi Foundation’s efforts to donate high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) oxygen machines to hospitals treating COVID-19 patients. Made with excess fabrics collected from members of the community, the masks cost P25 each. Profits from the sale of the masks will help cover the cost of a HFNC machine.

October 5, 2021

Tzu Chi Donated High Flow Oxygen Machines to Tacloban, Cabantuan & Pasig

The Tzu Chi Foundation continues to help hospitals throughout the nation fight the COVID-19 pandemic, with its mission to donate vital equipment needed in the treatment of patients.

October 4, 2021

Tzu Chi brings relief to Antipolo landfill community

Tzu Chi Foundation volunteers organized the first of three relief distributions for Antipolo City’s scavengers on October 2 at the multi-purpose covered court of Pantay Elementary School in Barangay San Jose, Antipolo City. Sacks of 20-kg Taiwan rice, various foodstuff, and other essential goods were claimed by 219 beneficiaries after volunteers gave them a short background of the Tzu Chi Foundation.

September 29, 2021

Visually impaired massage therapists receive third tranche of aid

Representatives for visually impaired massage therapists from VIBES Caloocan, VIBES Montalban, VIBES Pasay, VIBES Quezon City, VIBES San Lazaro, Zhenti Massage, SM Novaliches, Touch With Faith Massage, AVCMT Inc., AVIMMS, DOC Wellness Massage, Good Massage, Robinsons Place, SM City VIBES Bicutan, UBMA Massage, and VIBES Sta. Rosa dropped by Buddhist Tzu Chi Campus in Sta. Mesa, Manila, to claim their third tranche of relief goods.

December 11, 2021

Early Christmas for Antipolo scavengers

Doris Moaña shares her blessings, opens a small store

January 5, 2022

Boholanos show kindness in Odette’s aftermath

Kindness can help rebuild homes and communities.

January 27, 2022

Volunteers return to Bohol, visit Odette-ravaged CPG, Ubay, Tubigon

Homes were washed away, fishing boats destroyed beyond repair.

February 3, 2022

Php10,000; Php15,000; and Php20,000 Cash Assistance for Odette Victims in Bohol

A total of 4,889 beneficiaries received cash aid from Tzu Chi Foundation.

February 15, 2022

Tzu Chi hosts Chinese New Year blessing ceremony at BTCC

The event marks the first time in two years that Tzu Chi held a live event.

February 18, 2022

Tzu Chi generators restore water supply to 11 Bohol areas

Residents now have access to clean, potable water.

March 3, 2022

After a broken leg, a new lease on life

Tzu Chi helps Micholle Manila with an operation, cash air, and pedicab.

March 4, 2022

Free Mandarin class a blessing to Tzu Chi staff

Tzu Chi Philippines staff enjoy free Mandarin classes from Tzu Chi University School of Science and Technology.

March 4, 2022

Tzu Chi Philippines on TikTok

Tzu Chi Philippines expands their social media platforms by entering TikTok.

March 9, 2022

3,900 families in Bohol receive 30,000 GI sheets

Relief areas in the province also received rice, generators, cash assistance.

March 19, 2022

Kristine Lim - Vegan Artist on a Mission

In the second part of our continuing series, This Vegetarian Life, celebrated Filipina artist Kritine Lim talk to Tzu Chi about her vegan lifestyle, and her art.

March 20, 2022

Original volunteers, TIMA doctors meet in mini-reunion

Volunteers based in Taiwan and Hualien's Jing Si Abode live-streamed their greetings.

March 21, 2022

One step healthier: Meatless Mondays by Fried and Prejudice

Continuing with “This Vegetarian Life” series, Tzu Chi Philippines speaks to food blogger Dianne Nicole Go to know how she uses her platform to advocate for a healthier lifestyle, one day at a time.

March 23, 2022

Tzu Chi Philippines holds volunteer training session at BTCC

Hundreds of Tzu Chi volunteers arrived at BTCC for a day of training and sharing of learnings.

March 24, 2022

Through Tzu Chi, they do good things

For these volunteers, giving brings happiness to the heart.

March 26, 2022

Life lessons from longtime Tzu Chi volunteers

They offer sensible advice to volunteers in training.

March 28, 2022

Farm to table: Organic food favorites from Sonya’s Garden

Classic healthy menu from Sonya’s Garden includes garden green salad, bread, pasta, desserts, and drinks—all freshly made from Sonya’s greenhouses.

March 29, 2022

San Juan City honors Tzu Chi Foundation as pandemic partner

A plaque was given during the City's 115th Foundation Day

March 30, 2022

Doctor and angioplasty patient honor friendship on Charity Day

The procedure benefited both Renato Santos and Dr. Kent Tan.

March 31, 2022

A second chance at life through Tzu Chi

Tzu Chi beneficiaries give thanks on Charity Day

April 2, 2022

More than just eye care

Students from Sisters of Mary were thankful for a day of free eye checkup and new learnings from Tzu Chi

April 5, 2022

Tzu Chi returns to Tahanang Walang Hagdanan with rice relief

PWDs are grateful to their longtime source of support.

April 23, 2022

Tzu Chi donates 170,000 face masks to Sisters of Mary Girlstown and Boystown in Silang, Cavite

Students thanked Tzu Chi volunteers through song and dance performances and learned Tzu Chi’s One Family sign language.

April 26, 2022

Volunteers mark Tzu Chi’s 56th anniversary and Master Cheng Yen’s 86th birthday

Participants performed the solemn three steps and a bow ceremony.

April 27, 2022

Tzu Chi Scholarship for Academic Year 2022-2023

April 28, 2022

They’re smart, active, and vegetarian since birth

Brothers Liam and Lev Ngo also encourage their friends to eat their veggies.

May 2, 2022

Volunteers visit Davao banana farming project, distribute rice to indigenous families

This agricultural project is part of Tzu Chi’s poverty alleviation program for Davao’s indigenous communities.

May 4, 2022

Volunteers conduct site survey in Palo Great Love Village for permanent housing project

Target completion of the permanent housing project is in November 2023.

May 6, 2022

Tzu Chi sends relief to fire victims in UP Campus

106 families receive rice, blankets, hygiene supplies, and cooking essentials.

May 12, 2022

Buddha Day, Mother’s Day, Tzu Chi Day return to BTCC

It's the first time that a face-to-face gathering of such proportions was held in the pandemic.

May 12, 2022

Buddha Bathing Ceremony, according to first-timers

The solemn event is said to cleanse impurities and bestow limitless blessings to all.

May 23, 2022

Tzu Chi volunteers celebrate beneficiary's 100th birthday

Volunteers surprised the centenarian, Socorro Bello with a bag of groceries, rice, cash allowance, and birthday cake

May 26, 2022

Scholars claim rice, groceries, and bicycles at latest relief distribution

26 scholars each received a bicycle donated by Angelo King Foundation, Inc.

May 26, 2022

With a new lease on life, Tzu Chi beneficiary pays it forward

After receiving angioplasty assistance, Virgilio Rom donates to Tzu Chi.

May 27, 2022

A bike for her brother

Tzu Chi scholar Jhasmine Yecla gives her donated bicycle to her Food Panda rider brother Justine.

May 28, 2022

A new bicycle replaces a secondhand, 20-year-old bike

Tzu Chi scholar Jennifer Camal is giving it to her father, a fruit-and-vegetable vendor.

June 1, 2022

Volunteers respond to fire incident in Baseco, Manila

277 families each received rice, groceries, blankets and mats, hygiene supplies, and cooking essentials

June 1, 2022

Tzu Chi makes rice dumplings for Ukraine

Honorary Consul General of Ukraine in Manila, Dr. Bea L. Ang helped volunteers make the dish.

June 3, 2022

Volunteers resume upcycling initiative of making foot mats

The mats are made of excess fabric from sports socks.

June 7, 2022

TIMA doctors enjoy dinner, memories at BTCC Café

Guests include the first batch to join Tzu Chi's medical missions.

June 8, 2022

Manila volunteers visit Davao banana planting project

The livelihood program gives hope for the poor Ata Manobo tribe in Talaingod, Davao del Norte.

June 9, 2022

Tzu Chi volunteers hold tea party in Davao City

Volunteers and guests come together to learn more about Tzu Chi’s mission and accomplishments.

June 13, 2022

Tzu Chi scholars attend mock interview training with top execs

About 50 graduating scholars attended the program.

June 15, 2022

Sisters of Mary Girlstown students get prescription eyeglasses at Tzu Chi Eye Center

Students performed song and dance numbers and gave hand-made cards to volunteers.

June 27, 2022

126 beneficiaries receive quarterly meds, 20-kg rice on Tzu Chi Charity Day

Beneficiaries and their families attended a short program before distribution.

June 30, 2022

Tzu Chi Zamboanga gets mobile prosthesis van, celebrates milestones in tea party

This marks the first big gathering of Tzu Chi Zamboanga volunteers since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

July 1, 2022

Tzu Chi Philippines’ pandemic response bags Dragon Star Award

This is the second time Tzu Chi got recognized by the award-giving body.

July 1, 2022

Tzu Chi and Rotary International launch Prosthesis Center in BTCC

The Center employs state-of-the-art 3D printing technology to make artificial limbs.

July 13, 2022

Tzu Chi hosts successful 3-day youth camp

184 third-year and fourth-year college students participated in the event

July 14, 2022

Youth inspires youth at Tzu Chi’s Scholars Camp

Volunteers from Bicol and scholars from Palo, Leyte, participated in the 3-day event.

July 15, 2022

Tzu Chi sends off graduating scholars

Magna cum laude Joshua Daarol leads the graduating batch of 2022.

July 16, 2022

For Tzu Chi alumni, values are as essential as academics

Former scholars were guests at the Tzu Chi Youth Camp

July 18, 2022

Tzu Chi to hold Auspicious 7th Month Bazaar on July 30-31

The 2-day event will sell vegeterian food and a variety of plants.

July 26, 2022

Tzu Chi launches scholarship program in Iloilo

This marks the first mission of Tzu Chi in the Iloilo province.

July 27, 2022

Tzu Chi Iloilo celebrates first milestone in tea party

This comes after a successful screening process for the first batch of scholars in Tzu Chi Iloilo

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.

August 3, 2022

Veggie cuapao, kikiam, dinuguan at Tzu Chi Auspicious 7th Month Bazaar

Even meat-eaters were satisfied.

August 8, 2022

Tzu Chi Bazaar Welcomes Local Supporters, Foreign Dignitaries, and Celebrities

The Tzu Chi Foundation celebrates the seventh lunar month with a charity bazaar for environmental awareness, and vegetarianism.

August 4, 2022

A son goes vegetarian, as promised

David Anthony Tan has been meat-free since January 2021.

August 8, 2022

Globe employees meet Tzu Chi scholars

Thirty Globe employees facilitated breakout discussions and helped distribute rice, groceries

August 9, 2022

Tzu Chi kicks off scholarship program in Bicol

The scholarship gives assistance to 25 college students from the Bicol University Tabaco Campus (BUTC) and the Bicol University College of Agriculture and Forestry (BUCAF)

August 10, 2022

Tzu Chi builds prefabricated houses for Rolly, Ulysses survivors

The Tzu Chi Great Love Village in Tabaco City is home to 100 displaced families caused by Typhoons Rolly and Ulysses.

August 11, 2022

Tabaco City declares August 6 as Tzu Chi Day

This is in recognition of the humanitarian works that the foundation has extended to the people of Tabaco City.

August 15, 2022

Medical beneficiaries earn through Tzu Chi’s upcycling livelihood program

Marisol Peñaflorida and Win Hannah Bernabi earn from home.

August 15, 2022

PWDs from VIBES reciprocate Tzu Chi’s help through cash donation

VIBES officers deliver a cash pledge and plaque of appreciation

August 17, 2022

Tzu Chi gives relief to earthquake-hit Abra

768 families from Brgy. Layugan, Bucay and Brgy. Nagtipulan, Langailang each received 20 kilos of rice and a bag of groceries. Four bereaved families received additional 10,000 pesos cash assistance each.

August 18, 2022

Tzu Chi Foundation Provides Earthquake Relief to Indigenous Peoples of Abra

Tzu Chi Foundation travels to Abra to provide earthquake relief in the form of rice, food, and monetary assistance.

September 6, 2022

Tzu Chi holds Volunteers’ Diligence Training Camp

Volunteers from all over the Philippines gathered to learn Tzu Chi’s mission, culture, and direction with speakers from Taiwan and Dharma Master Cheng Yen herself.

September 7, 2022

A math teacher learns a lot as a Tzu Chi interpreter

Ligaya Ng took on Master Cheng Yen’s call to shoulder responsibilities

September 8, 2022

Tzu Chi Volunteers Practice The Venerable Lotus Sutra

Commissioners and Faith Corps Diligence Training Camp provides opportunity for Tzu Chi volunteers to participate in one of the most important prayers in Buddhism.

September 10, 2022

Conquering fear, uncovering love: Sowing seeds of compassion in Zamboanga

In the 2022 Volunteers Diligence Training Camp on September 2 to 4, volunteer Harvey Yap tells stories of how meeting a group of people has transformed hearts in Tzu Chi Zamboanga.

September 12, 2022

Dilgence Camp uses technology to bring volunteers closer to Taiwan

Livestreaming allowed Filipino volunteers to listen to and interact with Buddhist nuns and Master Cheng Yen

September 13, 2022

Tzu Chi Signs MOA with The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples

The Tzu Chi Foundation and the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples signs a Memorandum of Agreement for cooperation to help indigenous communities.

September 13, 2022

Mothers shed happy tears at recognition ceremony for new Tzu Chi college scholars

With 75 new scholars, Tzu Chi’s current roster of elementary, high school, and college scholars is now 680

September 15, 2022

At Diligence Camp, volunteers find meaning, purpose in simple tasks

Volunteers at the recent Diligence Camp explain the beauty of helping out

September 22, 2022

Spreading the Dharma: Tzu Chi volunteers conduct community-based humanities classes in Cebu

Tzu Chi Cebu volunteers hold values formation classes for public school and parish youth

September 23, 2022

New Tzu Chi scholars from Iloilo dream big

Home visits took volunteers to the province’s remote areas

September 26, 2022

Cebuanos find hope in Tzu Chi college scholarship program

Volunteers paid a visit to new college scholars in Brgy. Pulpogan, Consolacion, Cebu.

September 27, 2022

Cute performances, gifts to parents at Tzu Chi preschool launch

The preschool marks Tzu Chi’s foray into the mission of education.

September 27, 2022

Tracing Cebu’s Humanitarian Footprints: Volunteers share stories of change, compassion, and commitment

Volunteers from Cebu share milestones, stories, and lessons from their volunteerism with Tzu Chi Foundation.

September 30, 2022

Helping Typhoon Karding victims with Globe Rewards points

Donate your Globe Rewards points to Typhoon Karding relief operations by Tzu Chi Foundation

September 30, 2022

Volunteers survey Typhoon Karding damages in Dingalan, Aurora

251 homes in 11 barangays were completely damaged by the storm

October 3, 2022

Two generations of beneficiaries

Tzu Chi facilitated a man’s brain surgery, then granted a scholarship to his granddaughter.

October 1, 2022

Taiwan Doctors’ Symposium at BTCC

Tzu Chi Philippines hosts doctors' symposium on holistic cancer treatments and stem cell research, by Dr. Chi-Cheng Li, Director of the Center of Stem Cell & Precision Medicine at the Tzu Chi Hospital in Hualien City, Taiwan.

October 5, 2022

Help the victims of Super Typhoon Karding

Help the victims of Super Typhoon Karding. Join our efforts to rebuild their lives.

Donate to Tzu Chi by scanning the QR codes shown in the photo, or through the following bank accounts.

Account Name: Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation Philippines
BDO Account No.: 011978001800
Metrobank Account No.: 163-3-16307190-9

Please send sof copy of deposit slips to donations@tzuchi.org.ph or through Viber/Line/WeChat: +63967 211 0940

Official receipts will be provided.

Thank you so much!

#HelpTzuChiHelpOthers

October 5, 2022

Fiesta Verde is back

Fiesta Verde is back!

We invite you to Fiesta Verde '22, a two-day wellness and vegetarian food festival happening on November 5 and 6, from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm at the Buddhist Tzu Chi Campus, Sta. Mesa, Manila.

Enjoy vegetarian cuisine, fresh produce, organic products, and more.

Don't forget to bring your own lunch kit, food containers, and reusable bags.

See you there!

October 14, 2022

Tzu Chi provides relief to typhoon-hit Aurora

2,400 families from barangays Ibona, Umiray, Paltic, and Matawe in Dingalan, Aurora received rice and cash assistance from Tzu Chi’s Typhoon Karding response.

October 17, 2022

Volunteers distribute school supplies to students of Aurora

2,274 students from elementary school in Paltic, Ibona, Umiray, and Matawe in Dingalan, Aurora received school supplies from Tzu Chi.

October 16, 2022

Typhoon Karding beneficiary grateful for Tzu Chi’s medical assistance years ago

Antonio David underwent successful spinal surgery in 2013.

October 17, 2022

Caregiving scholars depart for Taiwan

They will complete a two-year college course in Long-Term Care at the Tzu Chi University of Science and Technology.

October 21, 2022

Caregiving scholars thankful to study in Taiwan

Scholars are expected to graduate in June 2024 and assured of employment in Taiwan.

October 21, 2022

Fiesta Verde is back

Fiesta Verde is back!

We invite you to Fiesta Verde '22, a two-day wellness and vegetarian food festival happening on November 5 and 6, from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm at the Buddhist Tzu Chi Campus, Sta. Mesa, Manila.

Enjoy vegetarian cuisine, fresh produce, organic products, and more.

Don't forget to bring your own lunch kit, food containers, and reusable bags.

See you there!

October 24, 2022

Tzu Chi’s caregiver course gives hope and second chances

19 scholars make up this sixth batch

October 25, 2022

Tzu Chi to Host Fiesta Verde

October 30, 2022

Help Typhoon Paeng victims with Maya App

Take part in relief efforts for the victims of Typhoon Paeng by donating directly to the Tzu Chi Foundation. Just scan this QR Ph code to donate using your Maya app or any QR Ph-enabled bank or wallet app such as:

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China Bank
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RCBC
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Union Bank of the Philippines

November 3, 2022

Hot veggie porridge for Bicol and Ormoc evacuees during Typhoon Paeng

No casualties or major damages were reported in Tzu Chi’s Bicol and Ormoc villages.

November 3, 2022

Zamboanga volunteers respond to Typhoon Paeng

867 families in eight evacuation centers in Zamboanga City received rice and other relief goods from Tzu Chi.

November 4, 2022

Veggie food, photo exhibit at Fiesta Verde ’22

The 2-day event promotes vegetarianism and a healthy lifestyle.

November 9, 2022

Veggie treats and cultural pride at Fiesta Verde ’22

61 sellers participated in the two-day charity event

November 10, 2022

Tzu Chi volunteers hold Fiesta Verde at BTCC

Volunteers, staff, and guests made the weekend vegetarian bazaar a huge success.

November 11, 2022

Call them Fiesta Verde ‘22’s unsung heroes

For these volunteers, it’s all about giving back and serving many.

November 13, 2022

Tzu Chi Hosts Historical Photo Gallery

Tzu Chi hosts photo gallery during Fiesta Verde, displaying the Foundation's rich, 28-year history in the Philippines.

November 13, 2022

Rural Rising PH: Bringing Help and Hope to Farmers

Rural Rising Philippines embarks on fruit-and-veggie rescue buys all over the country.

November 15, 2022

Scholars learn Tzu Chi values through humanities classes

Scholars learn Tzu Chi’s Ten Precepts in face-to-face humanities class in BTCC.

November 19, 2022

Tzu Chi strengthens ties with university partners

Tzu Chi’s university partners signed pledge of support in its very first tea party.

November 23, 2022

Volunteers rehearse Lotus Sutra Adaptation

The sutra’s song and movements are a reminder to change inner character

November 15, 2022

Familiar and new faces at 3 steps and 1 bow for Tzu Chi’s 28th anniversary

The ritual symbolizes a pilgrimage, an invitation to immerse in kindness

December 2, 2022

Tzu Chi Awards Scholarship to Iloilo students

The Tzu Chi Foundation expands its scholarship program to Iloilo to help more students attain their dream for a better life.

December 2, 2022

Ata Manobo farming community in Davao gets early Christmas gift from Tzu Chi

Each family received 20 kg of rice and various food and non-food grocery items.

December 5, 2022

Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Philippines holds holiday bake sale

The sale's beneficiaries are Tzu Chi's scholars

December 7, 2022

Tzu Chi scholars learn filial piety in December humanities class

Master Cheng Yen calls it “the most rewarding thing in life”

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.

December 8, 2022

Three lives changed by a Tzu Chi scholarship

The program impacts both students and their families

December 12, 2022

Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Philippines holds Thanksgiving program

Cute performance, gifts, and thanksgiving mark the preschool’s year-end.

December 13, 2022

Tzu Chi Taiwan hosts Lotus Sutra Musical Adaptation

Tzu Chi Philippines held a live viewing of the musical at the Jing Si Hall in BTCC.

December 19, 2022

Gifts, gratitude, and inspiration at Tzu Chi Tech-Voc thanksgiving

Tech-Voc scholars gave thanks and performances; received gifts and encouragement on year-end party.

December 21, 2022

Blessings, thanksgiving on last Quarterly Charity Day of 2022

86 medical assistance beneficiaries attended the event

December 21, 2022

Humane Society International promotes plant-based diet with Tzu Chi

A talk and cooking demo kickstarted Tzu Chi’s partnership with Humane Society International to promote plant-based diet.

January 17, 2023

Tzu Chi, PUP to deliver projects for the youth

January 17, 2023

Tzu Chi makes Tikoy for Chinese New Year

Tikoy making is part of the rich Chinese tradition during Chinese New Year.

January 24, 2023

Tzu Chi Technical Vocational Program Application

Tzu Chi Philippines is now accepting applications for the Tzu Chi Technical Vocational Program!

February 1, 2023

Tech-Voc students share stories of resilience, hope in humanities class

Manny Penaredondo, former Tech-Voc scholar and now a professional caregiver inspires scholars to reach for their dreams.

February 6, 2023

Tzu Chi Foundation to Deepen Its Partnership With The Metrobank Foundation

Tzu Chi Foundation Philippines to deepen cooperation with the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. At a meeting on February 1, 2023, representatives from both organizations met at the Buddhist Tzu Chi Campus in Sta Mesa to disucss future plans for expanding their relationship.

February 7, 2023

Tzu Chi celebrates New Year Blessing at BTCC

Each guest received angpao from Dharma Master Cheng Yen.

February 8, 2023

Spreading Jing Si aphorisms through calligraphy

Percival Cruz enjoyed his first try at handwritten art

February 9, 2023

Continuing the cycle of love: Family of Tzu Chi beneficiaries gives back

Long-term medical beneficiary Nelson Rosales Jr. thanked Tzu Chi for support on his medication and daughter’s college education.

February 13, 2023

Tzu Chi scholars donate to Syria and Turkey quake victims

Any amount was welcome and appreciated.

February 14, 2023

Once beneficiaries, now Tzu Chi benefactors

They turned over coin banks filled to the brim.

February 16, 2023

Tzu Chi volunteers hold donation drive for Turkey and Syria

Residents of Brgy. Malanday in Marikina City donated for the cause.

February 17, 2023

Tzu Chi, TUP discuss pathways of collaboration

February 18, 2023

Tzu Chi Great Love Village Groundbreaking Ceremony

Ten years after Super Typhoon Yolanda, the Tzu Chi Foundation continues to look after Leyte. Witness the groundbreaking ceremony of a permanent housing project on February 24 at 9 am.

February 18, 2023

Scholars, Parents Attend Engaging Humanity Class on Sexuality

The topic is a timely one with alarming statistics

February 25, 2023

Dingalan Mayor visits Tzu Chi Campus

Grateful for past relief aid for the affected families of Typhoon Karding.

February 28, 2023

Tzu Chi breaks ground for permanent housing project in Palo, Leyte

Volunteers, scholars, local officials, and guests joined together for the momentous groundbreaking of the new Tzu Chi Palo Great Love Village.

March 2, 2023

Tzu Chi Foundation’s footprints of love reach CamSur in Bicol

March 3, 2023

Tzu Chi, Bicol University sign MOA to boost scholarships

Bicol University President Dr. Arnulfo Mascariñas and Tzu Chi Philippines CEO Henry Yuñez led the ceremonial MOA signing.

March 4, 2023

Congratulations, Tzu Chi Scholars Class of 2022!

March 6, 2023

21-Day Challenge for Health, Environment Launches in the Philippines

This is part of Tzu Chi’s program to advocate environmental protection and promote healthy living.

March 15, 2023

Scholars Commit to Environmental Protection in Humanity Class

Lessons were imparted in fun, thought-provoking activities

March 21, 2023

2023 Volunteer Training Program Inspires Participants Old and New

The class was a beginner’s course to all things Tzu Chi.

March 28, 2023

Stories of hope at March 26 Charity Day

Past and present beneficiaries share their inspiring accounts.

March 30, 2023

Tzu Chi holds eye clinic in Zamboanga City Jail Female Dormitory

124 persons deprived of liberty were given free reading glasses.

March 31, 2023

Pisay students partner with Tzu Chi for vegan food kiosk

Menu includes vegan versions of sisig, salpicao, and more

April 1, 2023

Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool hosts kiddie market for a cause

The proceeds of the project will be donated to Tzu Chi’s earthquake relief efforts in Turkey and other causes.

April 11, 2023

QC Food Security Task Force taps Tzu Chi to promote plant-based diet

Volunteers visited two farms in the city.

April 13, 2023

Solo parent devotes time to Tzu Chi and PWD daughter

Esther Co Yu is an inspiration to volunteers and beneficiaries alike.

April 14, 2023

Tzu Chi, PUP ink MOU for scholarship, partnership programs

The event signifies a stronger collaboration between the two institutions.

April 24, 2023

Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Holds Family Sportsfest

The activity served to strengthen bond among students, parents, and the whole preschool community.

April 25, 2023

Tzu Chi distributes coin banks to Tabaco City LGU

Tabaco City Mayor invites Tzu Chi Foundation to distribute coin banks to LGU employees.

April 26, 2023

Tzu Chi holds medical mission for scholars, staff, and their families

Volunteers include 13 general medicine physicians, 10 pediatricians, 55 dentists, and 22 dental students.

May 16, 2023

Tzu Chi celebrates 2023 Buddha Day, Mother’s Day, Tzu Chi Day

A grander setup for the Buddha Bathing Ceremony reminded volunteers of their stronger commitment to walking the Bodhisattva path and relieving suffering in the world.

May 16, 2023

Humility and gratitude at May 13 3 steps and 1 bow

The ritual has a profound effect on both first-time and regular participants.

May 19, 2023

Volunteers apply Master Cheng Yen’s teachings in 3-in-1 celebration

The values of recycling, resourcefulness, and obedience helped make the event a success.

May 15, 2023

Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool holds Buddha Day, Mother’s Day, Tzu Chi Day Ceremony

Students took active role in the ceremony while learning the Buddha’s teaching on environmental protection and gratitude to their parents.

May 22, 2023

From photographer to blood donor

Tzu Chi Communications Department web developer and photographer Matt Serrano donates blood for a staff member’s wife

May 23, 2023

Tzu Chi donates oxygen concentrators to aid COVID-19 patients in public hospitals

Tzu Chi provides public hospitals with oxygen concentrators as a means of combating COVID-19.

May 18, 2023

Tzu Chi Continuing Education Center hosts 2023 Yoga Class

The registration for this year's Yoga Class, which begins on June 3, is now open.

May 30, 2023

Tzu Chi Youth Still Thoughts Camp returns to BTCC

This was the first Youth Camp after a 4-year pandemic hiatus.

May 31, 2023

Former scholar speaks on financial wellness in Humanity class

Successful financial adviser Jeff Dolittle returns to Tzu Chi to give back.

May 24, 2023

Tzu Chi holds relief operations for Oroquieta Street fire victims

The distribution benefited 1,201 families.

June 3, 2023

Former Tzu Chi Youth continue Master Cheng Yen’s missions

Kinlon Fan and Leo Villanueva encourage new Tzu Chi Youth to do the same.

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