Have you ever imagined living children in garbage?

Dear Supporters,
As we approach the end of the year, we are grateful to share the latest developments from Tondo—one of the most vulnerable communities in Manila, yet also one of the most resilient. Your continued support is helping protect children who grow up among mountains of garbage, unsafe water, and constant exposure to disease. Because of you, hope continues to grow in this village.

Children in Tondo face ongoing threats from contaminated water, hazardous waste, insect-borne infections, and persistent skin diseases. With your help, we were able to:

Distribute vitamins to boost children’s immunity
Provide ointments and basic medications for skin diseases caused by toxic waste exposure
Supply masks and emergency hygiene items to reduce respiratory illnesses and protect families amid
Local volunteers shared that children receiving vitamins regularly are showing better resilience against common colds and skin irritation.

Community Engagement and Education
Our small-group workshops introduced earlier this year have continued to grow:
Families attended sessions on nutrition, clean water practices, wound care, and waste-related disease prevention.

Stories of Change
Several parents shared that they feel more confident caring for their children’s skin conditions, knowing they now have ointments, vitamins, and basic supplies at home.

In the coming months, we plan to:
Conduct another vitamin and medical kit distribution, prioritizing children showing signs of weakened immunity
Strengthen our skin disease response, introducing early-stage treatment guidance for parents

Thank You for Being the Change
Your generosity is giving children in Tondo something they have rarely experienced before—consistent care, protection, and the hope of a healthier tomorrow. You are helping ensure that no child must suffer simply because of where they were born.

We remain deeply grateful for your compassion and partnership.
We look forward to sharing more stories of progress and resilience in the next report.

With heartfelt gratitude,
U9Change Team

Dear Supporters,

We are delighted to share our latest update from Tondo, where your ongoing generosity continues to bring hope and meaningful improvements to the lives of children and families in the community.

Progress Since April
Since our April visit, the impact of your support has grown even stronger. Our regular distributions of food and hygiene kits have reached many families, ensuring that children have access to nutritious meals and cleaner, healthier living conditions.

In addition, our partnership with local medical professionals has expanded. Monthly health check-ups are now being conducted, enabling the early detection of illnesses and the timely administration of vaccinations.

Community Engagement
We have also introduced small-group health education workshops focusing on hygiene, nutrition, and preventive care. The enthusiastic participation from families has been truly inspiring, with many sharing that these sessions have helped them make lasting, positive changes at home.

Thank You for Making This Possible
Your kindness is doing more than providing essentials — it is fostering hope and creating opportunities in one of the most challenging environments. The smiles and stories from Tondo remind us every day of the difference you are making.

We look forward to sharing more progress and heartwarming updates in our next report. Thank you for walking alongside us on this journey of transformation.

With heartfelt gratitude,
U9Change