Last year, Victor at age 9 received the first of three operations to correct his severe scoliosis. The doctors were pleased until he developed a serious infection. Displaying the same courage that he showed before the operation, Victor fought for his life and won. This little boy has his eyes set on a bright future filled with hope and promise.
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Last year All Children shared the story of baby Jherwin, who was born in a remote farming village in the Philippines. Jherwin was a healthy baby except for a small lump on his bottom. The family was concerned but there was no hospital nearby and they had no money to travel to the big city. With support from their community and family, the young couple made the day-long bus trip to Naga City to meet with a pediatric surgeon.
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Sandwiched between the ocean and the mountains lies the impoverished city of Raboto. Pigs, goats and children forage through the garbage strewn beaches for food. Situated in the middle of this destitute neighborhood is a school for nearly 300 of the neighborhood children. Founder Pastor Genada opened this primary school promising an education and a hot meal each day. This is something that their parents never dreamed of. Many of the children are restaveks (domestic servants) living in homes of other families because their parents cannot afford to raise them.
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