Tzu Chi Cebu

Master Cheng Yen’s aphorisms now resonate with Tzu Chi Cebu scholar Gwen Nicole Loyao

It’s only a matter of time before Tzu Chi Cebu scholar Andrel Arreglado fulfills a family member’s wish

Every one of the 6,791 beneficiaries of Tzu Chi’s Typhoon Tino (Kalmaegi) relief operations held on November 28–29 carries a story of struggle, survival, and hope. For Cebu residents Lorina Caño, Gina Echaves, and Jacinto Abata, Tzu Chi’s assistance offered not only essential support but also the strength they needed to keep moving forward.

Families in Compostela, Cebu, deal with loss on so many levels after Typhoon Tino

Relief operations in Cebu extended beyond emergency supplies, as Tzu Chi volunteers also brought comfort and support to displaced families.

They nearly drowned in Typhoon Tino’s floods. Now these survivors from Cebu are moving forward with the help of volunteers

In the aftermath of Typhoon Tino (International Name: Kalmaegi), 6,791 families in Cebu received relief goods as Tzu Chi extended a hand in their recovery. On November 28-29, through the concerted efforts of 258 volunteers, eight simultaneous relief operations were held across Talisay, Mandaue, Consolacion, Compostela, Danao, and Liloan - serving 13 towns across these areas.

Volunteer doctors of Tzu Chi International Medical Association conducted free medical consultations during the stub distributions for families affected by Typhoon Tino in Sisters of Mary School - Girlstown, Talisay, Cebu.

Amid the devastation left by Typhoon Tino, affected families in Cebu find hope and courage through relief efforts and community support.

Shoppers of all ages took the opportunity to share their blessings

On November 4, Typhoon Tino (International Name: Kalmaegi) brought casualties and massive devastation across Cebu. Understanding the plight of the affected families who not only lost their homes but also their livelihood, Tzu Chi volunteers immediately traveled from Manila to Cebu, to conduct ocular visits and comfort families, understanding their needs.

Typhoon Tino resulted in thousands of damaged houses and 33 casualties across these eight areas.