News about Community volunteerism

The weekend camp inspired them to make a difference in their community.

After months of planning, Tzu Chi Youth wrapped up a successful three-day camp from May 1 to 3 at the Buddhist Tzu Chi Campus in Sta. Mesa, Manila. In “Seeds of Change: Growing a Better Tomorrow,” 53 campers not only learned through experiential activities the teachings and values of Tzu Chi founder Dharma Master Cheng Yen, they made new friends and committed to be a better version of themselves.

After a dark period, Juniel Rey Gigaquit finds direction and purpose in farming

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

The 3-day event asks 126 registered participants to seek their “Why” .

Over 100 teenagers and twenty-somethings spent three days learning Tzu Chi culture and practices in a youth camp from June 6-8 at the Buddhist Tzu Chi Campus in Sta. Mesa, Manila. Etiquette, vegetarianism, filial piety, recycling and other missions of Tzu Chi were introduced to them in lectures and experiential programs.

The event showcases Tzu Chi Youth’s warm energy while promoting humanitarian values.

On March 8, the Buddhist Tzu Chi Campus in Sta. Mesa, Manila served as the venue for Tzu Chi Youth's Sportsfest. The event allowed young volunteers to work up a sweat through fun, physical games, but it also built camaraderie among the group and instilled values taught by Dharma Master Cheng Yen through unique activities.

On February 15-16, Tzu Chi welcomed 24 participants to its first post-pandemic New Volunteers Camp at the Buddhist Tzu Chi Campus (BTCC) in Sta. Mesa, Manila. Guided by 46 Tzu Chi volunteers, participants engaged in activities like etiquette lessons, sign language, and discussions to learn about the organization's mission and impact. As camp participant Ivan Tsoi noted, "Volunteerism is a channel through which you can share your blessings with another person."

A desire to help motivated them to join Tzu Chi’s New Volunteers Camp.