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Our Trip to Pampanga

Published on September 1, 2010 By Stephen Troutman

The jeepney ride was just about as unremarkable as you would think, as we headed on our way towards the Cubao bus station.   Same routine, “bayad po” Katy said as she paid the driver.  We didn’t really know where the bus station was so naturally we began to ask people where we could find [...]

Average Meal Cost at 11 Cents

Published on August 4, 2010 By Tim Troutman

With the current exchange rate at 44.22 Philippine pesos per US dollar, our average meal price has plummeted to a mere eleven cents per meal. This is also thanks to donors allowing us to use their utensils and bowls. Eventually, we hope to acquire donated food items as well. This will drive the costs even [...]

Rebuilding a Street With Bayanihan

Published on August 2, 2010 By Stephen Troutman

Last week, we worked together with the community in Fairview to rebuild a damaged street.  Here are some photos from the work.  You can see more at our Facebook gallery.

Profit From The Division Red’s New CD Will Support PAS Scholarship

Published on July 31, 2010 By Tim Troutman

Charlotte band, The Division Red has announced that proceeds from their latest CD will go to support a Philippine Aid Society scholarship.  This new scholarship will be available for the upcoming semester beginning in October, 2010.   Their CD can be purchased online here. Thanks to the band members for being so generous with their [...]

Our Soup Kitchen

Published on July 27, 2010 By Tim Troutman

Here is a short video with some photos of our soup kitchen’s first day. This is just the beginning…