Our Stories
Kristine’s Aspiration: Hope from an Underprivileged Beginning
Kristine Jane Bacalso, a 21-year-old scholar from Rise Above Foundation–Cebu and the University of Cebu, continues to hold tightly to her dreams despite the challenges of an underprivileged life. Now in her third year of Criminology and aspiring to become a policewoman, she proves that determination can outshine circumstance, revealing ...
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Sharing Smiles and Meals | Yasmine and Rebecca’s Heartwarming Visit to Cebu
This day marked the first sponsored hot meal event of the year, lovingly prepared for 500 kids by Rise Above Foundation Cebu. The event was made even more heartwarming with the presence of two kind-hearted foreign sponsors, Yasmine, Rebecca and their friends, who traveled all the way to Cebu to ...
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Unveiling Passion for Children: Meet the Danish Pedagigy Interns
Three Pedagogy students from Københavns Professionshøjskole Campus, Carlsberg Copenhagen, Denmark—Luna, Marica, and Silas—embarked on a journey across the world to explore diverse cultures and economic realities. Their goal: to gain deeper understanding of societal challenges and learn how to address conflicts within our complex society.
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Handprints of Joy: Fostering Creativity and Inclusion at Rise Above Foundation
Danish interns Marica, Luna, and Silas, together with Spanish volunteers, brought joy and creativity to the Rise Above Foundation Cebu through a handprint painting activity. The colorful project not only brightened the walls but also created lasting memories for the children, who giggled as they left their vibrant handprints and ...
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Smiles Renewed | Rise Above Foundation’s Dental Mission 2024
After a four-year hiatus, Rise Above Foundation triumphantly returned to Cebu City, breathing new life into its impactful Dental Mission. Over two transformative weeks, the mission reached out to 315 patients across two key locations, reaffirming the foundation's commitment to bridging the gap in oral healthcare access for underserved communities.
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Radiant Hearts | Sparking Joy in Filipino Homes for Christmas
As the festive season approaches, Rise Above Foundation Cebu (RAFC) unveils "Radiant Hearts," a Christmas Gift-Giving initiative to bring hope to the less fortunate in Cebu, Philippines. RAFC invites you to be the shining star, illuminating lives with warmth, generosity, and collective giving. This year, they aim to surprise 50 ...
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