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News from Tzu Chi Philippines missions, ceremonies and community work across the country.
Tzu Chi Palo Scholars’ eco-friendly fundraising campaign
“Project Lift” sells dishwashing liquid and upcycled bags to support scholars.
This Tech-Voc scholar didn’t get the job he wanted—he got a better one
As trainer of Tzu Chi’s Technical-Vocational Program, Elpidio Valdez Jr. helps scholars reach for their dreams.
For this Palo scholar alumna, Tzu Chi became her wings to take flight
Tzu Chi’s support did not only help Shekinah Salazar and her family rise from poverty, but empowered her to help others.
They graduate with Latin honors and a world of opportunities
And all it took was a Tzu Chi scholarship to set them on the right path.
Ready for Takeoff: Soaring into a New Chapter
During the 2025 Tzu Chi Scholars’ Camp held from June 27 to 29, graduating scholars Cristine Mae Udarbe and twins Jaypee and Jayvee delos Santos shared their heartwarming and inspiring stories of overcoming struggles alongside their families.
2025 Scholars’ Camp uplifts and inspires anew
114 participants from seven Tzu Chi chapters leave with impactful life lessons and fond memories.
2025 Tzu Chi Scholars Camp, Shine a Light, Let Dreams Take Flight
n a heartwarming gathering of camaraderie and inspiration, the 2025 Tzu Chi Scholars’ Camp brought together nearly two hundred scholars from across the Philippines—Iloilo, Bicol, Davao, Zamboanga, Cebu, and the National Capital Region—for a three-day event filled with learning, bonding, and finding one's purpose. With the theme “Shine a Light, Let Dreams Take Flight,” this camp became a beacon for young minds to grow, dream, and soar together, bringing with them valuable lessons through the guidance of Tzu Chi volunteers and fellow campers.
Responding to a mother’s call for help
Volunteers act fast to facilitate leg surgery for Lucy Tayongana’s daughter
2025 Tzu Chi Charity Run Media Launch
Friends from the media gathered at the cafe of Buddhist Tzu Chi Campus on June 19 for the launch of the 2025 Tzu Chi Charity Run for Education, a fundraising event set to benefit the current 1,395 scholars under Tzu Chi’s Education Assistance Program and 51 scholars in its Technical-Vocational program. Highlights of the launch included the reveal of runners’ giveaways–a singlet made of recycled PET bottles, a reusable collapsible cup, and medal inspired by Tzu Chi’s iconic coin can–and emotional stories by scholars Esmeralda Daganasol and Heart Baquilar. A vegetarian lunch capped the get-together.
Tzu Chi holds media launch for its Charity Run 2025
The fundraising run features an eco-friendly singlet made from PET bottles, and a collapsible, reusable silicone cup.