Mark Benson B.

Name: Mark Benson B.
Avg Family Income in Community: $410.00
Gender: Male
Age: 12
Personality: Cheerful, enthusiastic, optimistic, Friendly/social
Interests: Singing, Socializing with friends, Doing general housework
Siblings:
Mary Benelyn, 17, Female
Mj B., 8, Male
Mary Suzyne, 4, Female
Lives with: Parents
Language: Filipino
School: Yes
Child ID #: 1364512

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Walls: Metal, cloth, cardboard, or plastic scraps
Roof: Metal, cloth, cardboard, or plastic scraps
Floor: Cement or gravel
Water source: Community water source
Level of Overcrowding: Adequate privacy
Access to Internet: Occasional
Access to Telephone: Occasional

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Children growing up in poverty in the Philippines face serious barriers that can limit their opportunities — including unsafe environments, disrupted education, health and nutrition challenges, and few pathways to meaningful work. 

That’s why our approach focuses on helping children stay in school, gain confidence and thrive in safe, supportive spaces — building the skills they need for the future. Through educational support, health and nutrition resources and other programs led by trained local staff, children develop self-assurance, resilience, and a solid foundation to grow into healthy, capable young adults who can shape their own futures.