Author: Silver Michelle Baena Ciriacruz

How can you make this Christmas extra special? Give a book. ATD Fourth World Philippines is calling on everyone to join its campaign to build mini-libraries for children living in different resettlement communities. They are asking …

Is there an age limit to happiness? In Old Skool, 69-year old Lola Fely realizes that it is never too late and one is never too old to fulfill one’s dreams. The quest for happiness …

When in Manila, you will see stray dogs and cats everywhere. Although awareness of animal welfare and responsible pet ownership is rising in the Philippines, there are still many who are indifferent to animal rights …

Alumni Protests Wildlife Hunting in UP Diliman   There’s a post that has been going viral on Facebook. University of the Philippines (UP) alumni Lu-Ann Fuentes-Bajarias and husband, Amado, witnessed a group of men killing a Black …

PETrified Halloween Costume Contest on Oct. 25 at Eastwood Mall     Get into the Halloween Spirit with a Kid & Pet Costume Contest, trick-or-treating, Halloween-inspired dishes and more at Eastwood City! Guests can enjoy …

#JUSTICEforDogs at Pasig City Pound Needs Volunteers     I am re-posting a call for help from the volunteer group, Justice for Dogs at Pasig City Pound: The dogs of Pasig City Pound are in desperate …

3 Unique Gift Ideas from the Bookish Community   It’s the -ber months again, so we had better start coming up with gift ideas as early as now for a head start on the holiday …

Donate Second-Hand Items to Segunda Mana and Help Raise Funds for Scholarship Programs   When in Manila, friends love to share really good news. I’d love to share this one with you. What’s funny is …

Rescued Pets Find Sanctuary But Need Your Help with Food and Medical Bills   When in Manila, you can be a hero for rescued pets. There are organizations that will guide you on how to …

Ang Galing is Back! Volunteers Help Underprivileged Kids Build Self-Confidence Through Learning     When in Manila, can you be Ang Galing and help make the lives of children from marginalized communities better and brighter? …