The clowns were already there when we got to the venue. There was a long line at the registration area while we set up our booth and popcorn machine. Chummy Chum came out to entertain the children. Afterwards they distributed food and gifts to the beneficiaries.

Almost every year, we come here to grace the invitation of the Parish Priest of San Pedro Calunsod Parish Church. The program started with a Holy Mass after which the games ensued. There were many prizes instore plus Chummy Chum freebies.

CCF staff headed to Caloocan City for the yearly charity event of Mam Edith. She is based abroad but she still shares her blessings to her relatives and underprivileged children. When we got to the venue we had a hard time parking our van due to limited space. The clowns came in early and had to wait for 3 hours for the program to start. There were lots of food including lechon to the delight of everyone present. The kids participated actively and games and danced with Chummy Chum afterwards. HAPPY HOLIDAY TO ALL OF US!

After the morning event, CCF staff headed straight to Panapaan 5 in Bacoor, Cavite for another gift giving activity as requested by a group of women of the said community. This event almost got cancelled because of lack of follow up from their group and they also cancelled the booking for the clown because of their constrained budget. The group mention that they will give a token for CCF and when we learned that this is in monetary form (P1,000), we decided to use said money for the clowns for the sake of the children. However, there were some who took some prizes that were intended for the children and we politely told them that those were for the poor kids but instead of complying, the person snapped back at us so we immediately left the place because of the bad attitude accorded to us. We are just saddened that there are still people who are supposedly educated but have bad manners. Charity events should prioritize beneficiaries which are underprivileged kids and we at CCF conduct the services for free, the least they could do is to make sure that Chummy Chum freebies will be given to intended beneficiaries and not to the organizer.

But still, we arrived earlier than them so we could set up. While waiting for the children to arrive, Ms. Lorela’s group took a nap first, after arranging the gifts. Soon the children arrived and the party started. The clowns led the parlor games to the delight of the poor community kids. We prepared lots of gifts and prizes for the children, as well as the donors. Chummy Chum came out to dance for them and had their picture taken. These poor kids are Sunday schoolers from a Christian Church.

They asked for our help to find them worthy beneficiaries and we immediately recommended the Cancer patients at the Hema Ward of NCH. Most patients here are very sick and are very poor. We arrived there ahead of the sponsors so we could set up everything, including the popcorn machine. Afterwards, the gift-giving ensued and the kids returned to their respective beds. One of Sir EJ’ s companions went to the kids’ and prayed for them.

The staff was very strict. Cameras and mobile phones were not allowed that’s why we left our bags in the van. Sunday is considered as visiting day so Ms. Capangan, one of the jail guards, held a birthday charity treat on that day. We got there in the middle of the program because the event was scheduled even earlier. SPED kids danced their hearts out, these are children from a nearby elementary school. A lot of people helped out to make this activity a success, including CCFPI.

At first we were doubtful if there will be any children since it was raining constantly. But when we got to Gawad Kalinga, the children were already there and were patiently waiting for the program to start. There was a different party organized for the children but they opted to attend this event as they know CCF will be here. We were first treated to a lunch of Tinolang native na manok which was perfect for the weather and we thanked them for their generosity. After lunch they started to set up. The program kicked off with games hosted by the clowns as the children cheer on. Big thanks to Ate Patricia for volunteering.

As we arrived in Batangas, we had our breakfast first and headed to Calatagan Church, the venue of the event. The place is beautiful. Mrs. Cobarubbia was able to build a rest house here. It was in Calatagan Church that she got to know the people behind the feeding program. The event started with games hosted by the clowns, while we were cooking popcorn. There were lots of prizes that were given away. Afterwards Chummy Chum came out and danced for the children. After the photo-op, the children were given food, gifts, balloons and lootbags. And because it’s Christmas and the great effort that Mrs. Cobarubbia saw, we were also given tips as Christmas presents. Big thanks to Patricial for volunteering.

After the morning event, CCF Team went to Bahay Aruga in Pasig for the Christmas Treat for orphaned kids sponsored by PAL Express Stewardess & Company. They came to us for help as to where they can share their blessings and we pointed them to Bahay Aruga. CCF Team prepared the party and game prizes and even brought clowns to entertain the children to the delight of PAL Express people and they were even more pleasantly surprised when they learned that this was all for free.

Afterwards, Chummy Chum came out to entertain everyone and joined in the gift giving. Big thanks to Ms. Ruth for the game prizes.

Almost half of the workers here are poor and we can evidently see it on their children that’s why our boss include CCF to give cheer to these children. The weather was not that good as it was raining but fortunately the event was held at the new building and as the program went along, it rained heavily but it didn’t stop the party as everyone enjoyed the games. After Chummy Chum’s dance number, it was the employees turn to celebrate but we went home early as we still have an event to attend to the next day.