none

Louise Nicole Angingan

“Capturing Hope: My Heartwarming Experience with Street Children at Childhope Philippines Foundation Inc.”

Each day, as I walked in and out of the Childhope office, I was determined to gain new insights in every possible way—whether it was knowledge, skills, perspectives, or, most importantly, values. I remember telling myself these words when I decided to intern and was fortunate enough to be welcomed as a student intern at the Childhope Philippines Foundation. Looking back, I can confidently say that it was a decision I’ll never regret. I am incredibly thankful for the transformation I underwent in those 200 hours. Join me as I revisit the meaningful experiences, I had within the embrace of Childhope.

On our first day at Childhope, I immediately felt the welcoming atmosphere as all the employees were friendly and greeted us warmly. We also had a proper orientation and a tour of the entire office area to get to know the team. This is where I realized that our work here would be lighter, not just because of the tasks, but due to the positive working environment with everyone. I’m delighted to be part of a team that is genuinely hardworking, with a mindset focused on the welfare of street children. Whether it’s staying late, working on weekends, enduring the heat in the area– everything. Every day after a full day’s work, you leave brimming with hope for humanity because of them. It’s truly amazing how such a mindset is easily embraced by the employees.

Out of all the experiences I had during my 200-hour internship, my most cherished moments were the times I spent outside the office area, engaging with the beneficiaries – the street children. I had the privilege of participating in KalyEskwela, where I had the chance to teach the children on various subjects relevant to their lives. I also had the opportunity to join Kalyenderia, witnessing the children receive meals that would nourish their bodies for the day. Participating in different outreach programs and activities alongside sponsors, donors, and fellow volunteers was truly rewarding.

One of my main responsibilities at Childhope was to document moments through photography. This role opened my eyes to the fact that my photographs were more than just social media posts; they captured the genuine smiles of children who were truly grateful for what they received. Witnessing older children reminding their peers to say “thank you” resonated with me deeply. It highlighted the values and character instilled by Childhope. At that moment, I found myself unable to suppress a heartfelt smile, which truly serves as evidence of the significant influence the organization has on these children’s lives.

As an intern, it has been an honor to be a part of this incredible team, even if only for a short period. I’ve grown fond of them, especially the children, because Childhope has been one of the reasons for me to change my perspective about street children. Childhope has shattered the stereotypes about them. All the children here are kind, respectful, obedient, proactive, content, and above all, grateful. Because of them, I’ve learned to be more appreciative and determined in life so that I can also contribute in my own capacity. These street children aren’t confined by their circumstances, and I hope more people will be open to that perspective. Street children have the potential to succeed, not just financially and academically, but also in terms of their values and how they perceive life.

If you’re reading my testimony and truly seeking ways to help, you might want to consider supporting Childhope. In these challenging times, Childhope relies heavily on support and assistance from individuals like us. I encourage everyone not to miss out on the opportunity to volunteer or contribute in any way possible. Any form of help matters, especially because it is for the welfare of street children. It’s an even richer experience if you can physically visit their areas, as it’s a once-in-a-lifetime encounter. The assistance you’re providing will go a long way, especially since Childhope focuses on various aspects such as education, healthcare, counseling, food distribution, and many more.

Childhope has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on me. They exemplify compassion, dedication, and the power of transforming lives. My journey with Childhope has instilled in me a profound desire to make a lasting impact on the lives of others, just as they have done for countless street children. I will forever cherish the memories and lessons I gained during my time with Childhope. Together, we can be life changers, working hand in hand to empower these remarkable street children and redefine their potential.

Scroll to Top

Terms and Conditions

Childhope Philippines Foundation, Inc. is registered non-government organization in the Philippines. We operate the website www.childhope.org.ph (the Website).

These are the Terms and Conditions which govern each use you make of the donation payment services provided through the Website.

These Terms and Conditions apply separately to each single donation that you make. Except as provided for in section 6, ‘Monthly Donations’, and unless specified by you, they do not form a contract allowing for future or successive transactions to be set up. By confirming on the Website that you wish to make a donation you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions for that donation.

(1) The donation services
We will use your donation at our discretion but within our stated charitable objectives.

All payments through the Website are to be made by payment card or via PayPal.

Once you confirm to us through the Website that you wish to proceed with your donation your transaction will be processed through our payment services provider, PayMongo. By confirming that you wish to proceed with your donation you authorize PayMongo to request funds from your credit, debit, or PayPal card provider.

(1a) For Recurring Donations
By agreeing to recurring payments, the cardholder authorizes PayMongo to automatically deduct payment from the given credit/debit card account until he/she revokes such authorization. The payments shall be charged at the start of each billing cycle, which shall be dependent on the agreed products/plans. After the processing of payment, the Merchant shall reach out to the cardholder if his/her payment is successful or not. PayMongo shall not be held liable for the Merchant’s failure to notify the cardholder regarding the payment status. The cardholder further acknowledges and agrees that the billing cycle and amount to be deducted are dependent on the instructions made by the Merchant to PayMongo.

This stipulation doesn’t apply to one-time donation.

(2) Unauthorized card use
If you become aware of fraudulent use of your card, or if it is lost or stolen, you must notify your card provider.

(3) Information from you
Before we can process a donation you must provide us with (i) your name, address and email address; and (ii) details of the credit or debit card that you wish to use to fund the donation. We will use this information to process your donation. It is your responsibility to ensure you have provided us with the correct information.

When you submit your payment details, these details will be transferred to our payment provider, PayMongo, and your payment data will be collected and processed securely by them. You should make sure that you are aware of’s terms and conditions, which are different from our own, to ensure that you are comfortable with how they will process your personal data before you make a donation.

We won’t share your personal details with any other third party other than is set out in our Privacy Policy. Our Privacy Policy forms part of these Donation Payment Terms and Conditions and by agreeing to these Terms and Conditions you are also agreeing to the way we use and protect your personal information in line with our Privacy Policy.

(4) Refund policy
If you make an error in your donation please contact us either by email at igivehope@childhope.org.ph, by phone at +639171005303 or by post at 1210 Penafrancia St., Paco, Manila and a full refund will be made to you in 30 working days.

(5) Monthly donations
These Donation Payment Terms and Conditions will only apply to successive donations made through the Website where you have set up a monthly donation. When you set up a regular donation you will be scheduling a series of donations to be made on the day of the month that you choose until further notice. You agree that these Terms and Conditions will apply to each of the donations in that series.

By confirming that you wish to proceed with a monthly donation you authorize our payment service provider PayMongo to request funds from your credit or debit card on the day of each month that you set.

To cancel your regular donation please contact us at info@mentorinternational.org.

(6) General
We reserve the right to amend these Donation Payment Terms and Conditions at any time.

These Donation Payment Terms and Conditions are governed by Philippine law and are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Philippine courts.