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 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.

WCH Pandemic Relief In Tamil Nadu, India Served More Than 5000 Vulnerable People

We Care for Humanity (WCH) championing UNSDG Zero Hunger during this pandemic period has served more than 5000 vulnerable people in different communities in Tamil Nadu, India starting June until November of this year.

The successful 14-day feeding program in India was headed by WCH India Regional Director, Logesh Dinasekaran and accompanied by diligent volunteers: WCH Ambassador – Mr. Rajasimhan, Someshwaran, Mohamed Sageth, Madhu Ganesh, Paul Samvel, Mohamed Asif, Ashiq, Chief. Rajasekar.

Dinasekaran, a young businessman from Chennai has been working with WCH since 2016 as a Humanitarian Ambassador and recently promoted as Regional Director for Tamil Nadu. “Our people in Tamil Nadu are very grateful to We Care for Humanity and HRH Sultana Princess Maria Amor for this Global Feeding Program. We were able to help our brothers who are dire need of help especially those who have no source of income and those living in the far-flung areas, unreachable by pandemic relief from the government”, Logesh expressed. “I also want to thank my father, mother and my wife who have supported me in this mission.”

The WCH Program “Fight Against Covid-19” which includes Global Feeding and PPE Donation served 14 countries including Bangladesh, Egypt, India, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Nepal, 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 lines. With unemployment and global hunger surging every nation, 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.

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.

Check out the COMPLETE PHOTOS and COMPLETE VIDEOS.