WCH and Sultanate of Magindanaw Extended Humanitarian Aid to Markadz Al-arfadz Orphanage Center in the Spirit of Ramadan

COTABATO - Following the successful "Kanduli" (thanksgiving) event, which featured the Sultan of Magindanaw's “stepping on white dust ritual”, the We Care for Humanity (WCH) team and the Maguindanao Royal Family offered humanitarian assistance to the Markadz Al-arfadz Orphanage Center on March 11, 2024, in the spirit of Ramadan.

Since 2022, the U.S.-based non-profit organization WCH has been involved in charitable initiatives in Mindanao in partnership with the Sultanate of Magindanaw. 

Leading the delegation was HRH Queen Mariam Leonor Torres Mastura, the WCH founder, who presented the organization's mission and dedication to aiding the orphanage.

His Majesty Zulkarnain Mastura VI, the 26th Supreme Sultan of Magindanaw, along with other cultural leaders:  Datu Habib Mastura- Secretary General of SKDOP, H. Datu Suod Ibrahim- Daram sa Magindanaw, Datu Jimmy Asim- Datu Mompong sa Kutawato sa Magindanaw, Datu Jordan Sinsuat- Datu Dikaya III, Datu Alee Uy- Marajalayla Salamen Magindanaw, Datu Zainudin Anan Kabulan- Datu Lawan na Datu Dikaya, HRH Febs Mastura Matalam, Royal Princess sa Magindanaw, HRH Jasma Mastura Karon- Rajah Bai sa Magindanaw, HRH Harjida Mastura Karon- Bailaga sa Magindanaw, Fatima Abdulrakman- Bailawan sa Dikaya, and foreign guest, Dr. Abdalla Sharief- Datu Marajalaila sa UN, who is also the president of United Nations Correspondents Association of Vienna (UNCAV), shared uplifting messages during the visit.

Ustadz Al-faradh Markadz expressed gratitude for the support and congratulated the newly enthroned Sultan on his prosperous reign.

The collaboration between the We Care for Humanity and the Sultanate of Magindanaw has significantly benefited the Markadz Al-arfadz Orphanage Center. During this 2nd visit, essential supplies such as rice and groceries were provided to support the orphanage's needs during Ramadan.

Their generous humanitarian gestures have truly embodied the spirit of Ramadan, bringing hope and joy to the underprivileged children.

WCH and the Sultanate of Maguindanao Have Teamed Up to Provide Food Aid to Hundreds of Families in Sultan Kudarat.

Lebak, Sultan Kudarat- Amidst the vibrant landscapes of Lebak, in the province of Sultan Kudarat, another wondrous event unfolded with the help of We Care for Humanity and the Sultanate of Maguindanao. The GLOBAL SANTA MINDANAO FOOD DISTRIBUTION, 2023, an annual humanitarian endeavor, enfolded more than a hundred families in its warm embrace. The auspicious event was graced by the presence of His Majesty Sultan Salem Mastura Kudarat V, the 25th Supreme Sultan of Magindanaw, the Royal Ladies and Datus of the Sultanate. 

This initiative, held under the patronage of HRH Queen Mariam Leonor Torres Mastura, founder of WCH and the Head of the Royal House of Luzon Tagalog and the Royal Maharlika, reflects the unwavering commitment of the Sultanate to the well-being of its people in Mindanao, and of WCH to alleviate hunger.

The families that were present at the charity event were overjoyed to receive food and necessities that they otherwise might have gone without. It was heartwarming to see the smiles on the faces of the children as they received their gifts from the "Santa Claus" of humanity. 

"The event was not just about giving food, but also about spreading love and kindness in the community."- said the late Sultan of Maguindanao.

WCH Founder Visits Ivory Coast to Promote Education for Humanity (E4H)

WCH Founder Queen Amor Leonor Torres recently journeyed to Côte d'Ivoire as part of the Education for Humanity (E4H) Program African Tour, accompanied by Jain University's Foreign Admission Manager, Mr. Santosh Chowdhury.

As the head of the delegation, Torres, also known as the Traveling Queen, held productive discussions with key stakeholders in higher education, academia, and Traditional Chiefs under the guidance of WCH partner, the Human Development Association (HUDAS) headed by Mrs. Alina OUATTARA, located in Côte d'Ivoire.

The Education for Humanity (E4H) initiative seeks to provide scholarships to disadvantaged Ivorian students, enabling them to pursue higher education or vocational training.

During her visit, the Queen took time to visit an organization supporting vulnerable groups such as street children, orphans, juvenile inmates, and widows. Here, she brought joy to the children by providing both sustenance and essential supplies.

"We are dedicated to coming back to Ivory Coast soon to continue our humanitarian work," were her final words before departing from Ivory Coast.

Queen Maria Inaugurates First Water for Humanity Project in Kenya

Kitui/Kenya - We Care for Humanity (WCH) initiated the Water for Humanity project in Kenya, led by Queen Mariam Leonor Torres Mastura, alongside Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka (10th Vice President of Kenya), Hon. Gideon Mulyungi, and Hon. Irene Kasalu, as well as the local residents of Tita, Katuluni, and Waita ward, Mwingi Central.

During the project launch, former Vice President Musyoka highlighted the importance of providing clean water access to communities in need. The collaboration between WCH and local leaders demonstrated a shared commitment to enhancing the lives of residents in the region.

Queen Maria's dedication to the cause was reflected in her address, where she highlighted the tangible benefits of the project, “although it is a modest project, it will benefit 3000 residents, 800 donkeys, 600 cows, and over 3,000 goats in this area. We plan to initiate more Water for Humanity Projects to support women and girls who travel long distances in search of water during dry seasons.”

Looking ahead, the WCH founder envisioned implementing additional Water for Humanity Projects to alleviate the struggles of women and girls who must travel long distances to find water, particularly in dry periods.

The collaborative and compassionate spirit showcased at the inauguration event sets a positive tone for future efforts aimed at improving water accessibility and enhancing the quality of life for communities in Kenya and beyond.

We Care For Humanity Adopted A Primary School In India

Harmonizing with UNSDG4-Quality Education, WCH launched the “Godmother Program”, a platform that provides financial support to marginalized schools.

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The founder of We Care for Humanity (WCH), Sultana Maria Amor Torres traveled to Puducherry, India to fulfill her commitment to the Little Angels Junior Primary School to be its second mother.

The “Godmother” program is a new Education program of WCH wherein we adopt marginalized schools by means of giving them financial support on regular basis to sustain their status or aid their critical financial situations and even uplift the economic condition of the school.”, explained by Torres. She added, “schools who qualify as our adoptees are those you may consider very poor, most often located in far flung areas in developing countries, and experiencing economic hardships, that when we come in. We not only offer financial support but other sustainable solutions so they can keep the schools going and the children are guaranteed to receive education.

Maria was accompanied by WCH Regional Director, Logesh Dhanasekaran and WCH Humanitarian Ambassador, Rajasimhan Murugavel on a 10-hour roundtrip from Chennai to Karaikal. “We are so proud of the work of WCH all over the world and even more grateful for the accomplishment of WCH that’s being carried-out in our area. As the WCH Regional Director in Tamil Nadu, it will be my duty to ensure that our WCH’s mission and vision are being implemented well and we impact the community in the most effective way,” said Dhanasekaran.

Little Angels Junior Primary School is a government approved school with affordable fees to ensure many students attain education from poor financial background. “We are grateful to Princess Maria Amor and We Care for Humanity, if not for them we would have totally lost the license to operate the school,” explained Mrs. Sumathy Thirupathy, the founder of the school. “We were able to solve the issues of improving the public toilet of the school, as well as paying the government fees to continue our operation. And now that WCH is our permanent Godmother who will support us every step of the way, it’s only fitting that we name the school after Princess Maria,” she proudly added.

The school is now named Princess Maria Amor Little Angels Primary School, located in Kairakal, Puducherry, and currently catering to 100 students. The school provides food for the students and other support other than education. 

Founder Of WCH Visits The Children’s Cancer Hospital In Egypt

 

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We Care for Humanity donated cash and toys to the Children’s Cancer Hospital in Cairo, Egypt and promises to come back to hold a fundraising Art Exhibit by Amortorres at the hospital itself.

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Unstoppable and tireless, the founder of We Care for Humanity (WCH), Sultana Princess Maria Amor Torres made an appearance at the Children’s Cancer Hospital 57357 in Cairo, Egypt, where she distributed toys and made a small cash donation for the hospital’s causes.

"Princess Maria and a cancer
 patient posing the WCH heart logo."

Maria, also known as the Traveling Princess, is on her 4th visit to Egypt. In the past, her organization have implemented various humanitarian programs such as Global Santa feeding programs, distribution of PPE’s (face masks and face shields) during the height of Covid-19, and distribution of blankets to homeless people during winter, usually headed by WCH Publicity Ambassador for Egypt, Mr. Wagdy Youssef.

  

Photo Credit: Wagdy Yousef

The hospital’s Public Relations officer, Mr. Ahmed Abd al Manaem Mohamed Morsy gave the Sultana a tour of the whole hospital and showcased the Art department where artists and patients can practice painting and even hold exhibits for fundraising purposes, thus, giving the Princess an idea to hold an Art exhibit in the future for the benefit of the cancer hospital for children. “I promise to come back to this hospital and when I do, I will raise funds to help aid our vulnerable sick children. They need all the hopes and support we can give them, and I want to make sure We Care for Humanity contributes to this,” teary-eyed statement of WCH Founder.

We Care For Humanity Feeds 100 Families At The Shubra Mint Village In Giza Egypt

 WCH continues its Global Santa Program in Egypt and feeds 100 marginalized families and children at Shubra Mint Village

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On her recent humanitarian tour, the founder of We Care for Humanity, Sultana Princess Maria Amor also known as the Traveling Princess made a stop in Egypt and extended her global feeding program which is the WCH Global Santa. With the help of her team, one of Cairo’s prominent journalists, Wagdy Yousef and his family organized a feeding program at the Shubra Mint Village in Giza.

Feeding almost 100 families, the princess was very happy to execute the feeding program herself which are usually implemented by her appointed directors all over the world. “I am very excited to be back to traveling again, I believe in personalizing the work we are doing to impact humanity better,” explains the princess.

Maria, who’s traveling was put on hold for more than 2 years because of the pandemic is now taking the world by storm by spreading WCH’s various humanitarian programs such as, feeding, relief donations, adopting marginalized schools and many more.

The Shubra Mint Villagers especially the children sent their gratitude along with their sweetest smiles for the support they received from the Traveling Princess and We Care for Humanity.

The Traveling Princess Visits The Varjao Association Of Sports And Culture For The Youth In Brasilia

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The Founder of WCH, Princess Maria Amor with the youth of ASVEC in Brasilia, Brazil

We Care for Humanity extended support to ASVEC and conducted relief distribution in collaboration with the OSJ Knights of Malta a nd Gruppo Nicoletti

On her 3rd day in Brazil, Sultana Princess Maria Amor, the founder of We Care for Humanity visited the ASVEC Associacao Varjao Esporte E Cultura (Varjao Association of Sports and Culture), organized by Gruppo Nicoletti and Queiroz Avogados.

The visit started with a small introduction from their CEO, Ms. Juliana Ferreira Alves and a presentation of sports by the children and youth at their studio; followed by a tour at the football arena where the Princess kicked the ball and made a goal!

“I commend the mission of ASVEC to empower the youth in their community, to save them from unpleasant vices like drugs, alcohol, dangerous activities on the streets, and violence. ASVEC teaches these boys and girls how to be responsible human beings, to value family, and friends and to prioritize education”, said the President of WCH.

After visiting the sports arena, the whole entourage proceeded to a marginalized community in Brasilia to distribute relief items (rice, canned goods and beans) spearheaded by Sultana Amor herself, Dr. Franco Nicoletti, Dr. Wellington Queiroz and Cavalier Victor Frascella.

We at OSJ Knights of Malta and Gruppo Nicoletti are very happy in partnering with We Care for Humanity in philanthropic works in Brazil. Rest assured that for every positive business deals we make with the Princess; a portion of that proceeds will be given back to the community.”, a promised made by Dr. Franco Nicoletti.

The above-mentioned organizations are working together to promote the Amazon Save the Earth project (ASE), a Climate Action project to preserve the Amazon backed by the United Nations and Brazil’s Ministry of Environment. The Traveling Princess, Maria Amor represents the ASE as Global Ambassador.

WCH Fight Against Covid-19 Global Feeding & Relief Distribution In The Philippines Lasted For 21 Days

 We Care for Humanity (WCH) championing UNSDG Zero Hunger during this pandemic period has served more than 5000 vulnerable people in different communities in the Philippines; in Luzon and Mindanao Regions that lasted for 21 days.

The first seven (7) days of feeding was held in Metro Manila covering the vulnerable communities of Rizal Province and Makati City. Program Directors composed of WCH Founder’s siblings, Cristina T. Ayungao, Rizaline T. Pascual and Ferdinand C. Torres worked diligently to distribute packed lunches in 7 marginalized areas, feeding a total of 2,500 people. WCH team also distributed powdered milk for infants and rice to families who have no access to food ration from the local government.

The 2nd leg of feeding, also lasted for seven days was dedicated to the Indigenous group in Misamis Oriental, the Higaonan Tribe. WCH appointed the head of the tribe, Datu Rogelio Basisihan as the Program Director and successfully served 1500 tribal members.

Finally, the last leg of feeding, another 7 seven days was also given to the Higaonan Tribe serving various barangays in Misamis Oriental, totaling of more than 1000 beneficiaries. This last leg was sponsored by Filipino Humanitarians: Col. Greg Gatdula & Ninpha Gayon Gatdula, MPA, C/E Ruben Gavadan, Vmc & Helen Gatillo Gavadan, Capt Ariel Jayme Penafiel, Emsi & Emily Asanion Penafiel, TPC/ LLIC, Retired CPO U.S. Navy Tito & Elsie Dizon Paloma, Councilor Ven Gatdula, Jess Vincent Lumanog Gayon, Dr Leticia Alava Rogacion & Mr. Liberato Olivar Rogacion, Paul & Maria Rizalinda Cantos, Entrepreneur and Anonymous.

The Filipino group also donated crutches and educational tablet to a tribal girl with disability.

 

The WCH Program “Fight Against Covid-19" which includes Global Feeding and PPE Donation served 14 countries covering Bangladesh, Egypt, India, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Uganda, Tunisia, Yemen and Zambia.

“COVID-19 Global Pandemic has brought the world into its knees killing millions of people around world and has put more families below poverty line. With unemployment and global hunger surging many nations, our organization has kept its mission intact, that is to advocate and innovate sustainable social developments and promote universal humanitarianism which includes feeding the hungry during this dark hour of our lives”, said the Founder and President of WCH, Sultana Princess Maria Amor Torres, DBA, DD, DK.

We Care for Humanity is a non-profit organization 501(c)(3), based in California and was founded by Sultana Princess Maria Amor in 2011. WCH is an internationally recognized organization dealing mainly with current global issues focusing on the eight (8) United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG) such as: #1 No Poverty, #2 Zero Hunger #3 Good Health and Well Being, #4 Quality Education, #5 Gender Equality, #10 Reduced Inequality (Human Rights), #13 Climate Action, #16 Peace and Justice Strong Institutions.

Formation Of WCH Turkey And WCH-WHAC Mou On Eco-palace For Humanity Project

Eco-Palace for Humanity – A Social-Economic Development Project Towards Making Turkey as the Leader for Healthy Ageing Globally

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Sultana Mariam Amor Torres Mastura, founder and president of We Care for Humanity (WCH), a non-profit organization based in United States arrived in Ankara to form the WCH Turkey Branch in collaboration with World Healthy Ageing Council – a Turkey based organization.

WCH is an internationally recognized organization dealing mainly with current global issues focusing on the seven (7) United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG) such as: #1 No Poverty, #3 Good Health And Well Being, #4 Quality Education, #5 Gender Equality, #10 Reduced Inequality (Human Rights), #13 Climate Action, #16 Peace And Justice Strong Institutions. WCH has branches all over the world and recently opened a branch in Austria prior to coming to Ankara.

According to Sultana, WCH Turkey branch will be focusing on Healthy Ageing advocacy, hence the reason for tying-up with WHAC, which mission is to create a world network and alliance for Healthy Ageing. “WHAC is a platform that leads, connects and defines the healthy aging industry, supports organizations and professionals that develop wellness environments and services for adults over 50”, says Gerontologist Dr. Kemal Aydin, the president and one of the founders of WHAC.

Eco-Palace for Humanity is a vision of Sultana Mariam Amor and is now being conceptualized in the Philippines, Cambodia and Uganda. “The Eco-Palace will be the center for FREE education, health and wellness, livelihood programs, culture and arts, and advance technologies and innovations to solve global issues. In the case of Turkey, we want to design an Eco-Palace which is catered more on Healthy Ageing for all, with the support of the Turkish government, local NGO’s and academe,” says the Sultan. “WCH is supported by social investors from around the world and we are confident that the concept of Eco-Palace Turkey would be achievable which puts Turkey as the leader in World Healthy Ageing.”

Sustainable Donation to HPF -Bangladesh from WCH & Consul Chowdhury

Help the People Foundation or HPF was the first humanitarian destination of We Care for Humanity (WCH) Founder, Princess Maria Amor as soon as she arrived in Dhaka, Bangladesh on April Fool’s Day from a trip in the Kingdom of Bhutan.

There, in the middle of very busy Dhaka, just behind the train tracks is the small HPF school dedicated in educating neglected children, the underprivileged and slum kids, being governed by board of directors of Help the People Foundation. According to Mr. Arifur Rahman, the school director, it is their mission to set up an independent child rehabilitation center for education for orphans and homeless children which is the purpose of HPF School and to set up a hospital to make medical treatment available for the poor.

Mr. Asif Chowdhury, Honorary Consul General of Chile to Bangladesh, a regular patron of HPF organized a donation of “Rickshaw” (a vehicle similar to a three-wheeled bicycle, having a seat for passengers behind the driver), in behalf WCH and Princess Amor. “I believe in the sustainable donation instead of a one-time relief gifts. I know by giving them Rickshaw, they have a sustainable income to help support their school.”, confidently said by Mr. Asif.

Princess Maria on her assessment of the visit to HPF, “I think Mr. Chowdhury’s idea of giving the school Rickshaw was very innovative, this will guarantee additional income for HPF. Likewise, I am very impressed with HPF and the people running it for their dedication and commitment to making a huge difference in these children’s lives. They bring hope to the less fortunate, HPF is a pride of Bangladesh.”, testified by Amor.

Consul Chowdhury will be honored at the Global Order of Dignitaries and Philanthropists (G.O.D.) Awards on July 28-29, 2018 at the Westin Rajarhat, Kolkata India. 

WCH Donates Cash and Footwear to Maiti Foundation

Who doesn’t know CNN Hero Anuradha Koirala also known as “Diju”, a Nepalese term for elder sister. Anuradha received the prestigious Hero Award from CNN in 2010 for her unparalleled work for saving children, girls and women who were being trafficked within and from Nepal for commercial sexual exploitation. Koirala founded Maiti Nepal with the aim of providing services for both children and women who have endured untold pain and suffering, often in silence.

“It is a tremendous honor for me to meet Diju, ever since I saw her being honored at CNN Hero, I told myself I want to be like her, to make a difference in this world. She greatly inspired me especially it was during the time I founded We Care for Humanity (WCH), a non-profit organization which advocates Education, Health, Eradication of Poverty, Green Environment and Women Empowerment.”, said Princess Maria Amor Torres, Founder and President of WCH and Chairman of the Global Order of Dignitaries and Philanthropists (G.O.D.).

Fulfilling the mission of WCH, Amor and WCH India Advisor Chetan Hora brought hundreds of footwear to the children of Maiti Foundation. Along with relief goods, the Princess also donated some cash to augment some of the daily needs of the organization. “I am grateful to Princess Maria for giving time to visit our organization and bringing inspiration and hope to our children. These survivors have suffered a tremendous deal of pain, and they need your support and all the love and care they could get from people around the world.”, pleaded by Ms. Koirala.