News about Charity

For James Llenos, caregiving can be a stepping stone to his original plan: to take up nursing and medicine.

The partnership provides Tech-Voc scholars with on-the-job training.

Twenty-two-year-old Gerald Seciban’s dream of completing his studies did not end when his family could no longer support his education. In fact, this pushed him even further to persevere for his family. Just when he thought withdrawing from college would conclude his journey with Tzu Chi as an Educational Assistance Program scholar, another opportunity presented itself. He became one of Tzu Chi Foundation’s Technical-Vocational scholars for welding, Batch 4.

18 are training to be caregivers, six are studying machine operations.

Tzu Chi’s monthly Chinese language class for scholars opens doors for better communication and career opportunities.

Every month, Tzu Chi Philippines holds a Chinese language tutorial for young scholars studying in Chinese schools, allowing them to hone their skills and confidently express themselves. For Tzu Chi volunteers, witnessing the scholars' growth over the years is truly rewarding. She hopes that this will give students greater opportunities and a brighter future.

Though James Laurence Llelos couldn't afford to finish a nursing degree in college, he got the next best thing to it: a caregiver scholarship from Tzu Chi Foundation's Technical- Vocational program. The free course didn't just provide him with the knowledge and skills he now uses as a professional caregiver; it taught him values that he applies in everyday life

After sacrificing his studies to support his family, Gerald Seciban learns a viable skill through Tzu Chi’s Technical-Vocational program.

Kenneth Lagonilla and Michelle Jose have a newfound appreciation for the crucial role of assessing applicants.

Plans for a Hearing Aid Bank were also announced.