Project ARUGA

26/06/2025

As we continue to nurture our advocacy of extending kindness and service, PROJECT ARUGA, now on its 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 of unwavering commitment, has made its way to various communities in Compostela by reaching 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥, 𝐆𝐨𝐯. 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞 𝐆. 𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐞 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥, and 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐨 𝐌. 𝐆𝐮𝐚𝐲 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥. With every step forward, we reinforce our promise to stand by those in need, and we remain dedicated in our vision of reaching even more barangays in the years ahead.

In line with this commitment, we launched a special initiative focused on 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘂𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Through the distribution of school supplies, we offered not just material aid but a sincere message of encouragement. This simple yet meaningful gesture aims to empower and inspire the youth to chase their educational dreams with confidence and determination.

𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦’𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘈𝘳𝘶𝘨𝘢! 💚

Photo and Caption | Lyca Abenoja

26/12/2024

“𝒩𝑜𝓉 𝒶𝓁𝓁 𝑜𝒻 𝓊𝓈 𝒸𝒶𝓃 𝒹𝑜 𝑔𝓇𝑒𝒶𝓉 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔𝓈. 𝐵𝓊𝓉 𝓌𝑒 𝒸𝒶𝓃 𝒹𝑜 𝓈𝓂𝒶𝓁𝓁 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔𝓈 𝓌𝒾𝓉𝒽 𝑔𝓇𝑒𝒶𝓉 𝓁𝑜𝓋𝑒.”
― 𝑀𝑜𝓉𝒽𝑒𝓇 𝒯𝑒𝓇𝑒𝓈𝒶

The Good Samaritan's 7th Annual Outreach Program, led by the ever-compassionate Ma’am Realyn Tenajeros, has blessed us with an incredible opportunity to extend our help and service to a chosen barangay in Compostela. Guided by the whispers of God, we were inspired to choose 𝘽𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙮 𝙋𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙣, the farthest barangay in Compostela, as this year’s recipient.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ma’am Realyn for her unwavering dedication to this mission and to the members of The Good Samaritan for their generosity and selflessness, which embody the very essence of Christmas.

To the Barangay Officials and the residents of Barangay Panansalan, daghan kaayong salamat sa inyong mainitong pagdawat. Your smiles and laughter reminded us that the true magic of Christmas lies in the joy of human connection and the simple act of giving from the heart.

As we celebrate this season of light and love, may this outreach program serve as a reminder of the boundless compassion we are called to share—not just during Christmas, but every day of our lives. Together, let us continue to spread the joy and hope that make this season truly meaningful.💚🤍

Photos | RASTV

23/07/2024

In celebration of Aruga's first anniversary, we return to the community that has been the cornerstone of our journey and the driving force behind our success. The community of 𝙎𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤 𝙆𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙩 is the very reason we embarked on this adventure, and it continues to inspire and motivate us every day.

To express our gratitude, we organized a special initiative to give back to them in a meaningful way. We distributed school supplies to the students as a small gesture of assistance for the upcoming school year, hoping to empower and inspire them to pursue their educational goals with confidence.

𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦'𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘈𝘳𝘶𝘨𝘢, 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳!💚

03/06/2024

06-02-24

Medical Mission at Tagum SDA Elementary School- Compostela Branch

1 Peter 4:10: "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace."

Yesterday, during the medical mission, we were privileged to assist with various clinical duties. Let us continue to Praise God's name through serving others, embodying the values of kindness and selflessness in all that we do.

Daghang Salamat, Compostela SDA Chuch ug sa mga medical professionals, sa inyong libre nga serbisyo. May God continue to bless you! 🤍

17/12/2023

𝓒𝓱𝓲𝓵𝓭𝓻𝓮𝓷 𝓫𝓸𝓻𝓷 𝔀𝓲𝓽𝓱 𝓪 𝓼𝓹𝓮𝓬𝓲𝓪𝓵 𝓹𝓾𝓻𝓹𝓸𝓼𝓮.

Today, we had the opportunity to not only witness but actively contribute to the transformative power of reaching out to those in need in the annual event of the Good Samaritan Reaching-out Program, organized by Ma'am Rea Lyn Tenajeros in Brgy. Ngan, Compostela, Davao de Oro.

We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to meet these extraordinary children and engage with them. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Ma'am Rea and the members of Good Samaritan for providing us with this chance to get involved with their program. Through their efforts, they have created a platform for these children to showcase their talents and receive the recognition they deserve.

Additionally, we would like to express our gratitude to Brgy. Captain Vicente Damalerio and the residents of Brgy. Ngan for their unwavering support and hospitality. Their willingness to embrace and celebrate the presence of these children has contributed significantly to their overall well-being and growth.

Together, let us continue to celebrate and support these children as they inspire us all to reach for greatness.

Photos | Lyca Abenoja

15/10/2023

We reached another milestone!
Ready to serve you with compassion, love, and 𝒂𝒓𝒖𝒈𝒂.

20/08/2023

It is in their hands that hold the future, in their smiles that radiate genuine happiness, and in their eyes, we can see hope.

We feel beyond fulfillment seeing the smiles of these little children as we came back earlier today, August 20, 2023, to extend our blessings by giving out school supplies to support their upcoming opening of classes.

Thank you, Chairwoman Neneng Labtic, Ma’am Jirah Paderog, Ma'am Suzette Makilan, and all the residents of Sitio Kilabot, for your consistent warm welcome.

Our journey with Sitio Kilabot has just begun. We firmly believe that the empowerment of a community through education is a continuous process, requiring persistent dedication and support. Therefore, we are committed to providing further assistance fostering a love for learning, and providing hope for a brighter future.

Photos | Troy Roble

02/08/2023

𝟕𝟓𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐖 𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝟏𝟕𝐓𝐇 𝐁𝐔𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐇𝐀𝐍 𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐋

- 𝐁𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐁𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 -

Crowned with Grace and Elegance, Our newly crowned Queen of Binibining Compostela 2023 has dazzled us all with her radiant charm and unwavering confidence!

𝑁𝑒𝑠𝑖𝑒 𝐽𝑢𝑙𝑖𝑒 𝑉𝑒𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝑅𝑜𝑏𝑙𝑒 - Binibining Compostela 2023!

21/07/2023

NESSIE JULIE VEINE ROBLE
Binibini 9

Project ARUGA is what she advocates. This aims to advance the reach of healthcare information. It encompasses a comprehensive approach to ensuring that every Compostelaños, including those in the remote areas, are well-aware of the importance of healthcare and the accessible services we have and strives to empower individuals in remote areas for a sound body and sound mind.

Continue to vote for her into the semifinals of the Bb. Compostela 2023 https://pageantvote.com.ph/pageants/1725.

20/07/2023

16/07/2023

Project ARUGA: Advancing the Reach of Healthcare Information.

Why ARUGA?
Aruga in English means to care or to nurture and we believe that it is a concept that underpins the very essence of humanity and that is the very heart of this project. It goes beyond spearheading healthcare information, it is a service that demonstrates empathy, compassion, and understanding.

This project encompasses a comprehensive approach to ensuring that every Compostelaños, including those in the remote areas, are well-aware of the importance of healthcare and the accessible services we have and strives to empower individuals in remote areas for a sound body and sound mind.

Project ARUGA believes that the foundation of a healthy Compostela lies in the well-being of the Compostelaños.

Special thanks to Purok Chairman Neneng Labtic, Ma’am Suzette Makilan, and the residents of Sitio Kilabot for your gracious hospitality and allowing us to feature your community in this project. Thank you also to Sir Tony Garcia for the stunning scenes that really capture the spirit of project Aruga.