Bicol
Cost to Run Program for 1 Year: $12,000
Nutritional Supplements Used:
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- 6-12 months – Cerelac
- 13-24 months – Alaska powdered milk
- 25-36 months – peanut butter + MNP (micronutrient powder)
- 37-60 months – MNP (micronutrient powder)
- Pregnant and Lactating Mothers – peanut butter
Bicol
Cost to Run Program for 1 Year: $12,000
Nutritional Supplements Used:
-
- 6-12 months – Cerelac
- 13-24 months – Alaska powdered milk
- 25-36 months – peanut butter + MNP (micronutrient powder)
- 37-60 months – MNP (micronutrient powder)
- Pregnant and Lactating Mothers – peanut butter
Philippines Demographic Overview
- The Philippines ranks 8th globally for severe wasting in children under five.
- Every day, 95 children in the Philippines die from malnutrition.
- Twenty-seven out of 1,000 Filipino children do not get past their fifth birthday.
- A third of Filipino children are stunted or short for their age. Stunting after 2 years of age can be permanent, irreversible, and even fatal.
Challenges that BCF-P Addresses
- 18% of children are food poor
- Stunting remains widespread
- Many children lack access to nutrient-dense diets
- BCF-P supports the most vulnerable
Strategic Alignment with Government Goals
BCF-P’s goals align with PPAN 2023-2028:
- Infant and Young Child Feeding
- National Dietary Supplementation Program
- Micronutrient Supplementation
- Early Child Development
- Maternal Mental Health
- Women’s Empowerment
- WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene)
- Focus on reducing all forms of malnutrition
Nutritional Status of Children Screened in the Philippines 2023
- Normal 9%
- At Risk 12%
- Chronic 52%
- MAM 23%
- SAM 4%
Change Observed in Children with Acute Malnutrition in 2023
- Recover 59%
- Improve 20%
- Stable 10%
- Worse 11%
Ludivina M. Ballan
Bicol Regional Coordinator
Ludy, a compassionate soul, was born on May 7, 1968, in Fatima, Tabaco City. Her journey began in 2014 when she eagerly volunteered to serve in BCF. Her dedication to the cause reflects her deep commitment to serving the Lord by positively impacting young lives.
She finds immense satisfaction in witnessing children grow healthy, excel in school, and actively participate in their education. Her completion of basic Health Lesson training underscores her readiness to contribute effectively to BCF’s mission. Ludy’s quiet determination and caring nature make her a valued member of the organization, embodying the spirit of selfless service and dedication to others.
Bountiful’s Community Coordinators
Community coordinators serve with Bountiful as volunteers. They organize other local volunteers and together conduct screenings, train families, distribute locally-purchased nutritional supplements, and follow up on infant development.
Bulan
Bacacay
Catanduanes
Donsol
Matnog/Irosin
Legaspi/Rapu-Rapu
Tabaco
Considering A Donation?
All donations go toward identifying mothers and children in need, providing food supplements, health lessons, and other services. All donations are welcomed. Recurring monthly donations support community stability.
- $15 = nourish 1 child for a month
- $45= nourish 3 children for a month
- $180 = nourish 1 child for a year
- $1,000 = nourish an average community for a month
- $12,000 = nourish a community of your choice for one year