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‘Tito Roby, salamat is not enough’

Published on Thursday, 15 November 2018 12:56 | Hits: 12446
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Emma Barca-ReanzaresEmma Barca-ReanzaresLopezLink presents another beneficiary whose life was impacted by the CSR and philanthropic initiatives of the Lopez Group and the Lopez family.

If Emma Barca-Reanzares did not meet Roberto “Roby” M. Lopez, she would not be where she is now, gainfully employed as a local government social worker. Her husband works as a company driver and they have five children, all studying in a public school in Taguig City.

In the early 1990s, BarcaReanzares, who was a scholar of a charity organization, was suddenly informed that the organization’s scholarship program in their area was ending. Barca-Reanzares was devastated. She was looking forward to receiving the scholarship throughout her elementary years as a stepping stone to pursue higher studies.

“My parents had difficulty providing for our educational needs at that time. My father had an irregular income as a foreman and my mother was a housekeeper and taking care of my younger siblings. The income of my father was only enough for our daily basic needs,” narrates Barca-Reanzares.

Meeting ‘Tito’

Then she met Roberto M. Lopez (he did not want to be called “sir,” remembers BarcaReanzares, and preferred instead to be called “tito” [uncle]). Roby was opening PIA-PAAFI (Philippine International Aid based in San Francisco and founded by Mona Lisa Yuchengco, and Phil-Asia Assistance Foundation Inc.) in Ermita, Manila, which catered to street children, orphans, child abuse victims and other underprivileged children who wanted to finish high school.

PAAFI scholars are provided a monthly allowance, as well as values formation, livelihood training and medical and dental benefits which also extend to their parents.

Barca-Reanzares recalls that Roby told her he would help her finish college and could take up whatever course she wanted. And when she informed him she wanted to be a social worker so she can help others, he was pleased with her choice.

Always joyful

“He was a helpful man and was always joyful. He didn’t want to see any sad child whenever he would visit our drop-in shelter. He would immediately ask why the child was sad or whether he/she was sick or had other needs and he would immediately talk to the staff.

“It was important for him to provide educational opportunities for the children. He was quite optimistic that we would achieve or fulfill all our dreams. He always told us to study well as this was our means to improve our lives and help others as well. But then he passed away,” says Barca-Reanzares.

After Roby’s demise on September 26, 1992, the scholars of PAAFI were worried about their future. But BarcaReanzares believed that their late benefactor would not just leave them, and she was right. PAAFI continued helping her and the others.

Registered social worker

Barca-Reanzares was able to finish college and become a registered social worker. She is now a volunteer coordinator of PAAFI scholars in their community.

“The only advice I can give to PAAFI scholars is to always be grateful and give importance to the opportunities provided to them as this is our weapon against poverty.

“For Tito Roby,” adds Barca-Reanzares, “the word ‘salamat’ is not enough. For all that he has given us, in return, I will continue doing good especially to children in need.

If you want to sponsor a PAAFI scholar, call Fe at 683-0917 loc. 115 or at 0995-5827947.

More Filipinos receive Kapamilya love from ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’

Published on Thursday, 20 August 2020 | Hits:366

More Filipinos receive Kapamilya love from ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’

Kapamilya love reached more Filipinos as ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.’s (AFI) “Pantawid ng Pag-ibig: Isang Daan, Isang Pamilya” campaign distributed food packs and ligtas bags outside Metro Manila for those greatly

Mayors express gratitude wellness. to ABS-CBN, AFI

Published on Thursday, 18 June 2020 | Hits:379

Local government units (LGUs) found it challenging to quickly provide relief to families affected by the quarantine. That is why several mayors in Metro Manila and nearby provinces have expressed

‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ gears up for 2nd phase

Published on Thursday, 18 June 2020 | Hits:336

‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ gears up for 2nd phase

As Filipino families continue to struggle with the loss of jobs, ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (AFI) moves to the second phase of the “Pantawid ng Pagibig” campaign with the aim of

Over 600,000 families to benefit as ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ raises P350M

Published on Tuesday, 19 May 2020 | Hits:408

Over 600,000 families to benefit as ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ raises P350M

The “Pantawid ng Pag-ibig” campaign of ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (AFI) has raised P350 million in cash donations and pledges for the benefit of over 600,000 families in Metro

ABS-CBN reaches out to evacuees via ‘Tulong-Tulong sa Taal’

Published on Thursday, 06 February 2020 | Hits:351

ABS-CBN reaches out to evacuees via ‘Tulong-Tulong sa Taal’

NO evacuee will be left behind. This is the promise of ABSCBN as it launches the “Tulong-Tulong sa Taal” campaign, which aims to unite the nation in helping Filipinos affected

ABS-CBN Foundation Europe to hold telethon for London Grenfell Tower fire victims

Published on Friday, 23 June 2017 | Hits:3948

ABS-CBN Foundation Europe to hold telethon for London Grenfell Tower fire victims

ABS-CBN Foundation Europe CIO joins public and private support for the victims of the massive fire that hit the 24-storey residential London Grenfell Tower in West London on June 14

Donate to Operation Sagip Surigao to help earthquake victims

Published on Friday, 17 February 2017 | Hits:4277

Donate to Operation Sagip Surigao to help earthquake victims

A state of calamity has been declared by the Mayor of Surigao City. Relief and rescue operations are underway for the barangays that have been affected.

Bulusan workers turn to backyard farming for steady food supply

Published on Tuesday, 19 May 2020 | Hits:990

Bulusan workers turn to backyard farming for steady food supply

The Rural Workers Association of San Rafael (RWASR) based in Bulusan, Sorsogon, which runs Nasipit Eco-Agri Farm, has a simple message for their fellow Filipinos: “There is no problem we

‘Ligtas Pilipinas’ helps educate Filipinos on COVID-19

Published on Thursday, 16 April 2020 | Hits:928

‘Ligtas Pilipinas’ helps educate Filipinos on COVID-19

ABS-CBN helps arm Filipinos with relevant information to stop the spread of disease through its “Ligtas Pilipinas sa COVID-19” campaign on radio, TV and online.

ABS-CBN delivers protective gear, food to health workers

Published on Thursday, 16 April 2020 | Hits:1089

ABS-CBN delivers protective gear, food to health workers

HELP came through for health workers in East Avenue Medical Center after ABS-CBN delivered masks and other protective gear and snacks to show support and Kapamilya love to those leading

‘G Diaries’ bags academic excellence awards

Published on Monday, 09 March 2020 | Hits:775

‘G Diaries’ bags academic excellence awards

“Maraming, maraming salamat po sa award na ipinagkaloob ninyo sa amin. Alay namin ito sa kapatid kong si Gina Lopez,” said “G Diaries” host and Bantay Bata 163 executive director

Finally home

Published on Monday, 09 March 2020 | Hits:791

Finally home

She could hardly contain her joy and excitement when she saw her son walking towards her. She welcomed him with tight hugs and happy tears as a loving mother would

ALKFI renames building in honor of Gina Lopez

Published on Monday, 09 March 2020 | Hits:598

ALKFI renames building in honor of Gina Lopez

ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation Inc. (ALKFI) renamed its building Gina Lopez Building in honor of its late chairperson and founder of ALKFI programs Bantay Bata 163 and Bantay Kalikasan.

Fighting child malnutrition with Alaska Milk

Published on Thursday, 06 February 2020 | Hits:774

Fighting child malnutrition with Alaska Milk

ACCORDING to UNICEF, 95 children in the Philippines die every day because of malnutrition. This is one of the reasons Alaska Milk Corporation supports the advocacy of ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya

Bantay Bata, Globe activate #163 helpline for free

Published on Monday, 16 December 2019 | Hits:1254

Bantay Bata, Globe activate #163 helpline for free

IN 2015, Unicef and the Council for the Welfare of Children conducted the National Baseline Study on Violence Against Children in the Philippines, which indicated that eight out of 10

For the Love of Children

Published on Friday, 05 January 2018 | Hits:1272

For the Love of Children

  For the Love of Children For the Love of Children   These children live everyday making ends meet without losing hope that a better future awaits them. Together, let’s keep their hopes alive

New World Hotels & Resorts Hold Run & Raise 2018

Published on Wednesday, 20 December 2017 | Hits:1586

New World Hotels & Resorts Hold Run & Raise 2018

New World Hotels and Resorts gears up for another exciting edition of Run & Raise in 2018. Now on its fourth year, Run & Raise 4 will be held at

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