13 April 2024 Love In Action Bahay Aruga, Manila On March 5, 2024, the Chummy Chum Foundation received an email wishing to celebrate her birthday with the most in-need children. The foundation felt the excitement of Ms. Beth Lleva from the very start of her communication. She was very sure of the date and how she wanted to do it with Chummy Chum and her family. They were very pleased to know they are serving the sick children at the Bahay Aruga, in Manila, on her birthday. The day has come, the Lleva and Pineda families were early at the venue. They came prepared with gifts and food, all for the joy and need of the children. The Chummy Chum team was excited to work with Ms. Beth and her family. They set up the venue making it pretty and fun for the event. The program was hosted with a clown duo, did parlor games, and a magic show. Ms. Beth and her family and the Chummy Chum team were preparing the gifts and food. They also participated in playing with the children and distributing the gifts and food. They worked hard together to make the children feel better and happy. It was a Love in Action…. The most fun was when Chummy Chum (the mascot) came in to meet all the children. ..the joyful spirit was in the air and spontaneous. Apart from the toys and food, Ms. Beth Lleva and the Pineda Family gave each child a gift certificate from a drug store that they could use for their medical needs. It was a great way of helping the sick children. The event was brief but truly memorable for everyone who participated and contributed to making it happen. Ms. Lleva and the Pineda Family were very thankful for that moment they were able to help the most in need. Special thanks to the Clearlogic Inc. for letting the CCFPI team use their transport vehicle during its charity event.

6 April 2024 Indigent Children from Gagalangin Tondo, Manila The Chummy Chum team planned a charity event and gift-giving for the children from families living in one of the most depressed areas in the country, Gagalangin, Tondo. Children born and living in a collection of temporary housing units built on a dump site were excited to learn they would be having a children's party. As the Chummy Chum team arrived at the Patricia Paraiso Complex, where the children were gathered and a booth was set up, some children were already there.  The venue was adorned with colorful balloons by Ms. Rio. The team started the program with parlor games – winners got prizes, a special gift from Chummy Chum. The children were given freshly cooked popcorn, sweet cotton candy, and cold juice prepared by Chummy Chum. They also received delicious food packs and bottled water courtesy of WeCarePh. Every child got a new toy provided by Microbase Inc. The most fun part was when Chummy Chum (the mascot) came out and danced for the children. Bubbles floated in the air which turned the event magical for the children. The event was brief but marked as one of the most memorable for the children of Gagalangin, Tondo. Special thanks to Ms. Rio, WeCarePh, Microbase Inc., and Clearlogic Inc. for letting the CCFPI team use their transport vehicle.

2 April 2024 Brgy. Phase 6 Looban Bicutan, Taguig The Chummy Chum team visited the children in one of the most depressed areas in Bicutan. This was the first time the children and Chummy Chum would meet each other. The team took off early carrying all the goodness they prepared for the children. Freshly cooked popcorn, sweet cotton candy, and special gifts like coloring books, Chummy pillows, and wristbands were given to all the children. Each child also received yummy snacks courtesy of the long-time partner donor. The most fun part was when Chummy Chum (the mascot) came out and danced for the children. He stayed for a while for a little chitchat with the children. Some children were fascinated by Chummy Chum’s presence. The children were delighted. The event was brief but marked as one of the most memorable for the children. Special thanks to Microbase, Inc. for the toys, and WeCarePH for the delicious Raisins Bread. Thank you to Clearlogic Inc. for letting the CCFPI team use their transport vehicle during the charity event.

1 April 2024 Donation of Incubator Philippine Children’s Medical Center Quezon City One of the long-time partner donors of the Chummy Chum Foundation, Sir Raj, donated a brand new Infant Incubator to the Philippine Children’s Medical Center (PCMC). This is the 2nd time he has donated this medical equipment to a government hospital through the Infant Survival Program  (ISP) of the Chummy Chum Foundation Philippines, Inc.  The first time was on March 25, 2011, when Sir Raj donated the same equipment to the Philippine General Hospital (PGH). Sir Raj is welcoming his second child soon, thus this second donation of the incubator, apart from all other charity activities he has been doing with his wife and family. On this day, Sir Raj and the Chummy Chum team first met with the PCMC Director, Dra. Sonia  Gonzalez and officially signed the Deed of Donation at the Director’s Office, 3rd Floor.  Then, they proceed to the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) on the 2nd Floor to meet Dr. Charito D. Corpuz, MD, and perform the official turn-over of the infant incubator to the hospital. Dr. Corpuz was delighted to receive the unit as she knew how much help it brought to her division and the entire health institution. Not long after, Dr. Randy P. Urtula, MD, FPPS, FPSPGHAN of the Allied Medical Department, came in a rush hoping to personally thank and meet sir Raj, who had just left. Dr. Urtula was very grateful. He requested to pose a photo at the NICU with Dr. Corpuz and her staff, and the Chummy Chum Team. Donating an Incubator through the Infant Survival Program (ISP) of the Chummy Chum Foundation Philippines, Inc. comes with regular check-ups and maintenance and repairs as needed, free of charge. Thanks to the Chummy Chum team who came early and set up the medical equipment just before the official turn-over happened. Special thanks to Ms. Jessica R. Sta. Maria, Ms.Ira U. Apanay, and Mr. Lee Lemuel C. Dela Torre of the PCMC Director’s Office, who assisted the Chummy Chum team throughout the activity. Thanks to Sir Raj and family for sharing their blessings with the most in-need. Special thanks to the Clearlogic Inc. for letting the CCFPI team use their transport vehicle.

9 March 2024 Brgy. Dita Health Center, Sta.Rosa Laguna Immunization Day For the children from indigent families Brgy. Dita Health Center, Sta. Rosa, Laguna was having an Anti-Pneumonia Vaccination for indigent families, an initiative of Dra. Fe Yapchulay. Dra. Fe understands how important it is for the community, especially the children, to get vaccinated amidst the threat of the new strain of virus spreading fast in the metro. To make the vaccination easy for the children, Dra. Fe requested Chummy Chum to join her medical mission and project “Immunization Day for Indigent Children”. True enough, children fearful of needles found courage upon seeing freebies brought by Chummy Chum. Everything went smoothly as the children took X-rays, Anti-Pneumonia Vaccine, Medical Consultation, and Medicine all free. The catch was children who get immunized with the anti-pneumonia vaccine get freebies, and tada....the children lined up and submitted themselves willingly. All children immunized with Anti-Pneumonia vaccines received snacks, coloring books, Chummy Chum pillows, and Toys. Special thanks to Bahay Aruga for sharing some of their toys and the volunteers who made the event possible. Also thanks to the Clearlogic Inc. for letting the CCFPI team use their transport vehicle during its charity event.

18 March 2024 Happy Ride Little One One of the foundation's trustees and his wife generously shared all the well-kept toy cars their children loved and played once. The Chummy Chum team went out looking for the most deserving recipients of these wonderful toys that every child could have ever dreamt of. There were seven units for seven sick children from poor families. All the children were delighted to receive such a great gift. The joy in their hearts melted the pain caused by the medical conditions they’d been suffering all along. Special thanks to Mam Anisha for your big heart for the most in-need children. To all new owners of cars and bikes, take care of them, enjoy every ride, and when you have outgrown it, share it with others who will be as happy as you were.

13 March 2024 Impoverished children along the lakeside Taytay, Rizal The Chummy Chum team went to visit the children in one part of the long stretch of the lakeside of Laguna the Bay. The children were surprised by the visit. It was the first time they met Chummy Chum and the team. It was a hot Wednesday morning. The team took off early. They wanted to reach their target destination as early as possible. The team knew how much the children needed what they had for them. It was a simple gift. A 2.5kg rice pack, a toy, and a yummy treat for the children who live along the lakeside with their families. It was a simple gift, but a great deal for the children and their families. At first, the Chummy Chum team was just planning a feeding program, but thanks to the generosity of many good Samaritans who shared rice packs and toys, along with the special gifts and yummy treats from Chummy Chum, all for the children. With the rice packs, the children and their families will be fed not only for the time being but at least for the next few days. Special thanks to ATI and to those who never get tired of sharing their blessings to the most in need.

12 March 2024 Bahay Aruga Paranaque City Bahay Aruga was chosen by the Chummy Chum Foundation to receive the Trampoline Playset donated by Mam Anisha. Bahay Aruga is a temporary shelter under the supervision of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) for abandoned children. Among these children are those with special needs. Their domestic cases are being carefully handled by the DSWD. The social workers and caregivers in Bahay Aruga are delighted with the trampoline, as they know how much excitement the children would have. True enough, as soon as the trampoline was up (thanks to the Chummy Chum team who patiently assembled and installed the unit inside the shelter), the children went in and started to jump with joy. This kind of playset is a good stress reliever for children who have been going through a hard time being abandoned by their own parents and families. Bahay Aruga was very grateful for the wonderful gift that Chummy Chum gave to the children. Special thanks to Mam Anisha and to all who never get tired of sharing their blessing with the most in need.

9 March 2024 Indigent Children from Brgy. Tambo Paranaque City It was a hot Saturday morning. Some of the people are having a day off. But not for the Chummy Chum team. They planned to visit the children from indigent families in one part of Brgy.Tambo. The Chummy Chum team was excited to meet the children and hand over the yummy treats and special gifts they prepared for them. It was a simple gift but the thought of caring for the children counts a lot. It is not often that the children from this part of the town get a visit, and they were very happy. The children were disciplined. They formed a line and waited for their turn to receive the yummy treat and special gift from Chummy Chum. Chummy Chum (the mascot) personally handed over the snacks and special gifts to the children. He was very happy serving the children and even made a pose for a picture with them. The moment was brief but truly a memorable one.

8 March 2024 Indigent Children from the Sunrise Creekside San Antonio, Paranaque City Thank God It’s Friday, the most favorite day of the week for many people. For the children of Sunrise Creek, it was just amazing. Chummy Chum and the team visited the children from this part of the community in Paranaque City. Surrounding might look depressing, but the spirit of the children was so alive, especially when they saw and met Chummy Chum for the first time, up close and personal. Not every day, do these children receive a visit. It was just sweet and thoughtful. The Chummy Chum team brought a set of yummy snacks and a special gift for each child they met. The moment was brief, but the memory remains in the children's hearts. Chummy Chum has just met and made new friends. Thank you to all the volunteers and friends who helped make this visit successful.

6 March 2024 Love and Fun Day for the Sick Children with Sir Mike National Children’s Hospital Earlier in March, the Chummy Chum Foundation received a query that turned into a request for a charity event for sick children in a public hospital. A fine young man with generous love wished to celebrate his special day with the less fortunate children and give them more than we used to. Sir Mike, as we call him, requested the team to prepare more food and gifts to be given to 100 children, the children currently confined at the Hema Ward, and those having a regular medical check-up at the Hema OPD. The Chummy Chum team was pleased and gratified with Sir Mike’s intention of making more children happier. The team was extra inspired planning for Sir Mike’s charity event. They recommended the National Children’s Hospital (NCH) as the venue of the “Love and Fun Day with Sir Mike”. Amidst the preparation, the team was delighted to receive another request from Sir Mike. He wanted to give Php 500 gift cash to each of the 100 children, on top of all food and toys. The entire team was extremely happy for all the children who were about to receive the blessings to be shared by Sir Mike. That day came, and the team took off early, they were meeting Sir Mike and his friends at the NCH. The team made sure everything was properly coordinated and prepared. Upon their arrival, the team immediately set up the table of food and gifts. They prepared the gift cash in a red envelope. The team together with Sir Mike started to go into the Hema Ward Pediatrics. The children on their hospital beds were excited to see them with the gifts that were prepared for them. They got more excited seeing the big guy in striped red T-shirts and Green pants – Chummy Chum (the mascot). Chummy Chum took time for a quick chat with some of the children but made sure he didn’t miss to nod and say “Hi” to all the children in every room they went into. Each child received food packs, special loot bags, and gift cash c/o sir Mike, along with the special gifts from Chummy Chum. The same gifts were received by the children at the Hema OPD, who were very happy seeing Chummy Chum together with Sir Mike and his friends. The entire team, doctors, nurses, staff, and social workers were very grateful for Sir Mike’s generosity and presence on that day. A total of Php 100,000.00 worth of food, toys, and cash gifts was willingly shared by Sir Mike with the sick children at the National Children’s Hospital. Sir Mike witnessed the hard work of the team – he extended a monetary appreciation, which the team appreciated and was very grateful. Message from Chummy Chum Foundation to Sir Mike: “May God bless your heart with greater love for the needy and wealth tenfold than what you shared, so you may continue helping the most in need." Happiest Birthday Nye Nye Bonel!. (Need to mention the amount for transparency) (The Chummy Chum mascot is 100% disinfected before and after meeting with the children, ensuring the safety of everyone from the dreadful diseases caused by community virus).

20 Feb 2024 (Tues) Ospital ng Maynila Medical Center (OMMC) Chummy Chum once again visited the Outpatient Department of Pediatrics and the Animal Bite Section of the Ospital ng Maynila Medical Center. They were giving a surprise visit to the children who were lined up for medical check-ups. Upon the team’s arrival, they were assisted by a nurse to secure and ensure that the charity event would be properly set up at the OPD. While the Chummy Chum team was preparing for the event, doctors who were present at the time inquired on how they can invite Chummy Chum to other charity events for the unwell children, which was explained well to them by the team. Finally, the popcorn was ready to serve, and the team called the children who were in the queue for a medical check-up. The children were excited to see Chummy Chum (the mascot) up close and personal. Everyone received goodies, special gifts, and a pack of hypo-allergenic facemasks which are perfect for children with medical conditions. The team could not resist taking some photos of the children who were smiling despite the uncomfortable conditions brought on by their sickness. Some of the children were playing with the Chummy Chum doll, some were excited about working on the coloring books, and some were just simply enjoying munching the freshly cooked popcorn. Along with the yummy treats are fresh-baked choco banana muffins and packs of fruit juice. The team also shared some toys with the children. Special thanks to Clearlogic Inc. for the hypo-allergenic facemasks, and to the Nursing students of the National University for giving a hand. (The OMMC building is new and well-built. We learned that the Out-Patient Department (OPD) building in next in line for renovation.)