Cebu/Bohol

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

Help The Children

Cebu/Bohol

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

Help The Children

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% 9%
At Risk 12% 12%
Chronic 52% 52%
MAM 23% 23%
SAM 4% 4%

Change Observed in Children with Acute Malnutrition in 2023

Recover 59% 59%
Improve 20% 20%
Stable 10% 10%
Worse 11% 11%

Susana Alburo

Cebu/Bohol Regional Coordinator

Meet Susana, a compassionate resident of Lapu-Lapu City who finds joy in serving children. As the dedicated coordinator of the BCF, she ensures that every child receives essential supplements, participates in health lessons, and undergoes regular measurements. Her proactive approach and attention to detail not only support the physical well-being of the children but also contribute to their overall growth and development. Susana’s commitment to their welfare exemplifies her belief in providing holistic care to nurture a healthier and brighter future for the children of her community. She said, “As I serve willingly and wholeheartedly to my fellow beings, I know I am also in the service of my God.”

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.

Calape

Jagna

Liloan

Mandaue

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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.