Shih Cheng Yen's Blog, page 15

Tzu Chi Taichung Mobilizes Volunteers to Raise Funds for Turkiye and Syria

On February 6, a powerful earthquake in Turkiye devastated both Turkiye and Syria. In response, on February 19, Tzu Chi volunteers in central Taiwan held a large-scale charity fair to pool love and raise funds in the main square in front of the Taichung City Government; there were 108 charity booths. In addition, Tzu Chi volunteers from Miaoli, Taichung, and Nantou counties took to the streets in 850 places, carrying fundraising boxes to solicit donations. Adults and children alike contributed their donations to those boxes with heartfelt empathy.

Healthier Me 21-Day Challenge Program in Taiwan

The Healthier Me 21-Day Challenge—Natural Self-Healing program has been promoted for about two years in Taiwan, and more than 14,000 people have regained their health. You are welcome to join the program too. This year’s program will start on March 1st and run for 21 days.

Tzu Chi Hold Seven Aid Distributions for Earthquake Survivors in Istanbul

On three consecutive days from February 17 to 19, Tzu Chi held seven distributions and helped more than 1,100 families in Istanbul, Turkiye. On the 17th, two distributions at the El Menahil School benefited about 320 disaster victims who received supplies. In addition to providing materials, the volunteers wanted to heal the spiritual wounds of the victims through love and  warm embraces.

In Nepal, Tzu Chi Helps A Girl Receive An Education

The morning air was bitterly cold, but Sonam felt warm and happy in her heart because she was able to go to school. Eager to continue her studies, she was not afraid of the cold winter.

An Atmosphere of Love for Mothers and Children from Ukraine

For people faced with misfortune, loss and grief, it is important to know that there are open doors for them, inside which they can find life, love, support, development, and a better future. In the summer of 2022, such a door opened for Ukrainian refugees when the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation and Polish Women Can Foundation joined forces and created the “Safe Haven” program to help people who had escaped from the war in Ukraine.

In Texas, Tzu Chi Brings Care, Gift Cards to Tornado Victims

On January 24 this year, the southeast of Houston, Texas in the United States suffered its worst tornado damage in 25 years. Hundreds of families in Pasadena, the hardest-hit area, were left homeless. Tzu Chi cooperated with a local NGO to distribute gift cards.

Awaken Hope with Love -- Tzu Chi Volunteers Conduct Home Visits in Istanbul

After the devastating earthquake in Turkiye and Syria, the many images in the news and media made so many people sad and close to tears. Families that were complete lost members, while others survived. Faced with the eternal separation from their beloved, they lose hope, even if they escaped death themselves.

In Taiwan, Senior Volunteers Seize Opportunity to Serve

“Look, you must go in straight, not crooked," said Jiang Gen-chang, as he fitted the new window frame in the house of a care recipient of Tzu Chi in northwest Taiwan.

Nepali School Principal Inspired by Tzu Chi to Give More

Altaf Husen Khan, principal of Siddhartha Primary School in Lumbini, Nepal, said affirmatively: "To change society, one must learn from Tzu Chi volunteers. Because they are consistent in their words and deeds under any circumstances."

Tzu Chi Receives Permission to Enter the Earthquake-stricken Areas in Turkiye and Will Hold the First Distributions on February 17 and 18

Tzu Chi received permission from the Turkish authorities to enter the disaster areas. On February 15, the team was divided into two groups. One group went to four provinces including Hatay, the hardest-hit area in southern Turkiye, to conduct disaster surveys. The other group stayed in Istanbul. On February 17 and 18, the volunteers will hold the first distribution to provide material assistance to more than 1,000 households who fled to Istanbul. This will include gift cards, blankets, mattresses, scarves, and other warm clothing.