The Mission
The Philippines. Diversely beautiful and home to some of the most talented, hospitable, and resilient of people. Behind the booming cities and tourist attractions, there are those who lack the education and medical care necessary to survive and thrive in a growing third-world country. With your help we are making a difference in the lives of many, bringing hope to the shores of God's most precious ones.
In Parnership With First Love International
The Story
Having spent over 25+ years in the Philippines, Dan & Tori Beaver are at home in Filipino culture. They first began their journey as church planters and teachers in Manila. In 2007, they felt God calling them in a new direction... to the island of Boracay.
Boracay is a small island off the coast of Panay. A diverse ecosystem of resorts, restaurants, bars, and markets scattered across the island and where street vendors and sailboat captains invite you to partake some of the island's many delights. It's a unique culture of it's own, but not without it's own troubles.
The island's local inhabitants can sometimes be forgotten amidst the hustle and bustle and are often overlooked by the business owners and foreigners who flood the town. Children are forced to work at an early age just to survive. Many are unable to go to school. Some families are slowly being forced out from their own homeland due to discrimination and oppression.
Over the years, Dan & Tori have learned to adapt to the constantly changing environment of the Island. They see such incredible promise in the Filipino people. Truly... the Filipino's resilience is unmatched, able to withstand calamity after calamity and continue to move forward, surviving the harshest blows. Today, Dan & Tori are empowering Filipinos by opening doors of opportunity through education, helping to provide for their physical and spiritual needs, and ultimately shining the light of Christ by being his hands and feet.
The Work
Training and raising up local leaders who can then return to influence their own communities.
Providing quality education to those who cannot afford or obtain it by building schools in Boracay and Panay.
Building a community center, a safe and positive environment for inspiring change.
Meeting physical and spiritual needs while sharing the love of Christ through every word and deed.
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The work has already been started. Seeds are being planted. Lives are being changed. Be part of the journey and help us make a lasting impact that will affect generations to come.
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