The FBM Foundation has partnered with the Lorenzo U. Limketkai Foundation to deliver the first-ever emergency vehicle to Leupapo Inc. The donation is set to help improve healthcare services for families battling childhood cancer in Northern Mindanao, the Philippines.
On December 4, in collaboration with the Limketkai Foundation, the FBM Foundation donated an ambulance to meet Leupapo’s daily transportation needs. This marks the FBM Foundation’s first-ever emergency vehicle donation — a new type of contribution to the project’s commitment to community welfare.
“The ambulance will ensure swift and reliable transportation for young cancer patients, granting them timely access to medical care and alleviating the burden on their families. More than a logistical solution, the vehicle is a life-saving medical care — a tangible representation of both foundations’ shared dedication to practical and meaningful support,” the Foundation noted.
“The FBM Foundation fosters positive change in society through various initiatives, and this emergency vehicle donation is one more relevant chapter to add to the organization’s legacy. By addressing critical healthcare access needs, this partnership demonstrates the Foundation’s commitment to creating meaningful and lasting impact,” mentioned Pepe Costa, FBM Foundation’s Representative in the Philippines.
Besides the vehicle donation, the Limketkai Foundation made another contribution by donating a parcel of land to Leupapo Inc. This land donation opens new doors for the organization to expand its reach and resources, further advancing its mission of supporting families affected by childhood cancer.
Adding a heartwarming touch to the event, a feeding program was also organized for 100 children under Leupapo’s care. This initiative, supported by FBM Foundation volunteers, “exemplifies the spirit of compassion and care at the core of this partnership,” according to a press release.
Leupapo Inc., the Leukemia Patients and Parents Organization, was founded in 2016 by Reczel ‘Ondoy’ Clarabal, inspired by his son’s own leukemia diagnosis.
Over the years, Leupapo has provided shelter and support to young patients and their families, many of whom travel long distances to receive treatment at the Northern Mindanao Medical Center. Despite humble beginnings, Leupapo Inc. has welcomed hundreds of families navigating the challenges of childhood cancer.
“Together, the two social projects strengthened Leupapo’s ability to serve families, bringing renewed hope to those navigating the difficult journey of childhood cancer. This milestone reflects the FBM Foundation’s continuous commitment to improving the community’s well-being, touching lives, and transforming futures one initiative at a time,” the Foundation concluded.