November last year’s natural disasters, earthquake and typhoons in the region of Cebu and Davao Oriental still show open wounds especially in Mindanao.

Our Mabelle Bagtas reached out organizing additional actions and reports from Manay, Davao Oriental: 

“Relief food packs  distributed to 50 families (200 individuals) who were severely affected, food pack, sufficient to feed 3–4 family members for one month, containing: 20 kilos of rice, 1-kilo packs of rice noodles, salt, sugar, and mungo beans,12 packs of instant noodles, 1 liter each of soy sauce, vinegar, and cooking oil, 9 cans of assorted canned goods. Dozens of Milo and milk powder for children and adults. A set of essential sanitary items” 

The affected families are currently staying in makeshift shelters made from used shipping containers, provided by DHSUD (Department of Human Settlement and Urban Development)  to help restore dignity while they rebuild their lives. These temporary shelters come with guidelines, and families are only allowed to stay until mid-2026. Due to the extensive damage to their homes and loss of livelihoods, many families continue to face serious challenges and are struggling to get back on their feet. Despite these hardships, the community expressed deep joy and gratitude for the visit and support of they received.

Challenges: Livelihood still not back to normal, Temporary shelters only until middle 2026, Toilets reach their capacity and are not serviced by LGU. 

NACSEARelief has ongoing action providing building material and carpentry.

Our  initiative brings hope, relief, and encouragement to families as they continue their journey toward recovery. Thanks once again to our donor, NAK KARITATIV for their generosity, to Manay MSWDO and Municipal Admin office for their logistics support, as well as to ER superstore staff for helping with smooth re-packing of the food items.