17/05/2026
11 May 2026. Fueling Smiles in Brgy. Margen
On May 11, Brgy. Margen came alive with laughter, the smell of hot meals, and the energy of 100 kids who knew something special was happening.
The Kiwanis Club of Geo Ormoc rolled in for our food pack distribution, and thanks to the generosity of birthday celebrant, Mrs. Gretel Enero Sakurai and her sister, Mrs. Aibe Enero Fukuda, no child left hungry — or without a smile.
Each child received a complete pack designed to nourish both body and spirit:
Chicken rice meal with spaghetti – a hot, hearty lunch they could dig into right away; apples, fruit juice, ice cream on sugar cones, and cookies - that make the birthday treat special; multi-vitamins – because healthy kids grow into strong communities; and slippers for the kids and some mothers – small, practical, and deeply appreciated.
You could see it in their faces the moment we started giving out the foods - shy grins turned into wide smiles when they saw the ice cream. Older kids helped the younger ones carry their packs. Mothers who received slippers whispered “salamat” and immediately checked if it fit their kids first.
This is what Kiwanis is about: meeting immediate needs while reminding every child and parent that they matter. The food fills bellies today. The attention, the care, the presence of our sponsors and members — that fills hope for tomorrow.
To Mrs. Gretel and Mrs. Aibe, thank you for turning your generosity into tangible joy for 100 families in Brgy. Margen. To our volunteers who served, packed, and cheered — you are the hands and heart of this club.
One event. One barangay. 100 kids who now know their community hasn’t forgotten them.
Serving the children of the world, one meal, one smile, one act of kindness at a time.