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News from Tzu Chi Philippines missions, ceremonies and community work across the country.

The Power of Compassion: 30 Years of Tzu Chi Philippines
Since it was established 30 years ago, Tzu Chi Foundation has impacted countless lives through disaster relief, medical assistance, education, livelihood, and environmental protection. As it looks forward to accomplishing more of Master Cheng Yen's missions, here's a visual reminder of what volunteers have achieved in recent years.

Tzu Chi Bicol volunteers conduct ocular visits in Camarines Sur
Evacuees included a woman who gave birth and families who brought caskets with their dearly departed.

Kristine’s devastating aftermath: 6.7 million Filipinos displaced, death toll rises to 103
Tzu Chi Bicol volunteers were at the scene to assess damages and survivors’ needs

Tzu Chi Youth volunteers awarded during induction ceremony at BTCC
38 young and courageous volunteers received their uniforms, marking the start of their journey as Tzu Chi Youth.

Tzu Chi Bicol, JLo Foundation conduct ocular visit in San Francisco, Camarines Sur
A total of 1,000 hot meals were also served to storm survivors and stranded travelers

Tzu Chi Bicol volunteers provide hot meals to families affected by Typhoon Kristine
On October 27, our Bicol Tzu Chi volunteers in partnership with JLo BIG HEART Foundation came together to prepare hot meals for the stranded passengers in Naga City and evacuees in Baao, Camarines Sur

SoYummy: Scholars’ Vegetarian Venture
Three Tzu Chi scholars from Pampanga State Agricultural University have launched SoYummy, a successful vegetarian food business. Their venture, stemmed from Tzu Chi's teachings and academic requirements, offers popular plant-based dishes like Tofu Nuggets, Vegan Shanghai, and Tofu Burger. As scholar Kaye Sabornido shared, "It's what we learned from Master Cheng Yen that vegetarian food is very delicious and nutritious.”

Mandaluyong CIW showcases handicrafts by PDL to Tzu Chi
Mandaluyong Correctional Institute for Women plans to sell handmade accessories and ornaments made by its Persons Deprived of Liberty at Tzu Chi’s Fiesta Verde this November.

Tzu Chi Pampanga scholars serve up vegetarian venture success
Three Tzu Chi scholars in Pampanga launch successful vegetarian food business, promoting health and compassion through entrepreneurship.

Join us at Fiesta Verde on Nov 23-24 and make a difference
Bring your own food containers and win awesome prizes. Let's reduce plastic waste together! We can create a healthier future for everyone by bringing our own reusable bags, utensils, water bottles, an