Sixty-four residents from three institutions catering to children living in difficult circumstances received their early Christmas gifts as they took part in the nationwide gift-giving day on Dec. 4.
The gift-giving activity dubbed as “Balik sigla, bigay Ssya” reached out to the residents of the Regional Haven for Women and Girls and the Reception and Study Center for Children (RSCC) under the Department of Social Welfare and Development-Cordillera and the non-government organization Helping Hands, Healing Hearts Ministries Philippines, Inc. (HHM).
The activity was led by the Office of the President, in partnership with the DSWD and the Department of Health.
Bigat, a group composed of private individuals belonging to the business sector, also assisted in the activity. The DSWD-Cordillera is one of the 40 venues of the gift-giving activity.
Through the gift-giving activity, 11 residents from Regional Haven, 18 residents from RRCY, and 35 children from HHM received school supplies and food.
“As the birth of our Savior comes near, may we remember that it is because of God’s love that we are able to celebrate Christmas. As recipients of His love, we hope to be the instrument to let our children know that there is a God who looks after them. We are filled with joy as we see the sweet smiles of our children as they receive these gifts but may we find in our hearts the true meaning of giving beyond material things” Regional Director Leo L. Quintilla said. – Press release
