Philippines
Food for the Hungry (FH) started working in the Philippines in 1978 to help Vietnamese refugees fleeing from the Vietnam War. Today, FH works in Filipino communities to improve conditions for children in church, school and at home.
Philippines Facts
- Capital:
- Manila
- Language:
- Tagalog, Cebuano, llocano
- Population:
- 101,833,938
- Crisis:
- 33 percent of the population live below the poverty line.
- Country prone to natural disasters, especially flooding.
- High risk of food and waterborne illnesses like hepatitis A and typhoid fever.
Our Work in Philippines
Church
331 pastors received training in leadership and discipleship last year. 5,340 children attended children’s ministry programs. 3,020 adults participated in church programs.
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Education
2,668 children received assistance to stay in school and develop their talents last year. 949 teenagers received assistance to pursue secondary education or vocational training to pursue their dreams.
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Health
120 people participated in malaria prevention or treatment programs. 270 people participated in HIV/AIDS prevention programs. Nutrition improved for 102 children through FH health programs.
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Income Generation
275 people participated in savings groups. Last year, construction projects helped 48 people.
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Water
5,000 people benefited from FH water programs for accessing clean water for drinking.
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