7 February 2025
SPED CAA Elementary School, Las Pinas City
One of the core missions of the Chummy Chum Foundation is to support children with special needs, especially those from families who face financial challenges and are unable to provide all the essential emotional and intellectual resources their children need.
The foundation believes that every child deserves to experience the joy and excitement that comes with childhood, regardless of their circumstances. With this in mind, Chummy Chum makes it a priority, in a month or two, to visit the Special Education Departments of public schools, bringing happiness and love to children who need it most.
This month, the team arrived early at SPED CAA Elementary School, where teachers and parents were already buzzing with excitement. As the Chummy Chum team set up their booth, filled with delicious snacks, fun toys, and special gifts, the air was filled with anticipation.
The foundation's mission is not just about providing treats and gifts—it’s about enhancing the lives of children with special needs in meaningful ways. Toys were specifically chosen because they play a crucial role in helping children develop skills that are essential for their growth. These toys help build self-esteem and confidence, while also contributing to their emotional, intellectual, and social development.
The event, hosted by a dedicated group of teachers, was filled with laughter and joy as parlor games engaged both the children and their parents. It was truly moving to see how deeply loved these children were by their parents, who cheered with pride and joy as their kids participated. Despite the challenges these children face, the event brought an overwhelming sense of happiness to all. It was a powerful reminder that every child—regardless of their abilities—deserves to feel joy, excitement, and love.
The highlight of the day was when Chummy Chum, the mascot, joined the children for a lively dance performance. The children’s faces lit up with pure joy as they watched Chummy Chum, mesmerized and in awe. It was as though they had fallen in love with him at first sight. They couldn’t contain their excitement and eagerly ran up to give him hugs. The smiles on their faces were priceless.
This moment, though brief, was the most cherished of all for the Chummy Chum Foundation. It was a testament to the power of kindness and the true meaning of happiness—the kind that comes from knowing you've made a difference in the lives of children who deserve nothing less than pure joy.
A special thank you to SM City Sucat for their generous donation of Bears of Joy, and to Clearlogic, Inc. for providing brand-new hypoallergenic undergarments for the parents.
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