Around 30 cancer-stricken children under the care of CHILD Haus were treated to an early Christmas party celebration led by SM and the Metro Manila Mayors’ Spouses Foundation Inc. on Nov. 28.
Mother Ricky Reyes (left) with SM Prime Holdings Chairman of the Executive Committee Hans Sy (5th from right) and members of the Metro Manila Mayors’ Spouses Foundation Inc. and their representatives, as they present Christmas gifts to 30 beneficiaries and their parents from CHILD Haus, an institution founded to be a bastion of hope for children stricken by cancer. The event, which aimed to create a memorable Christmas outing and merienda party, took place on November 28, 2023 at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA). Activities included a shopping spree at the SM Store, snacks at Shake Shack, and rides at MOA SM By the Bay Amusement Park.
Mother Ricky Reyes (center) with SM Prime Holdings Chairman of the Executive Committee Hans Sy, members of the Metro Manila Mayors’ Spouses Foundation Inc., and their representatives by the SM Mall of Asia’s magnificent 65-foot gigantic Christmas tree.
Held at the SM Mall of Asia that is now unofficially rechristened “CHILD Haus #3”, SM Prime Holdings Chairman of the Executive Committee Hans Sy, CHILD Haus’ Executive Director Mother Ricky Reyes, and the Metro Manila Mayors’ Spouses Foundation Inc. led the Christmas party for the children.
San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora and his wife and president of the foundation Keri Zamora were joined by Tiffany Gatchalian (wife of Valenzuela City Mayor Wes Gatchalian), Judy Chua (mother of Mrs. Tiffany Gatchalian), Aubrey Malapitan (wife of Caloocan City Mayor Along Malapitan), Catherine Mary "Trina" Reyes-Biazon (wife of Muntinlupa City Mayor Ruffy Biazon), Pasay City Mayor Imelda "Emi" Gallardo Calixto-Rubiano along with her husband, Pasay City representative Egay Rubiano, and Peggy Anne Riate-Sienes, sister of Mrs. Aileen Olivarez (wife of Parañaque City Mayor Eric Olivarez).
The group bonded with the children and their parents, acting as "ninangs" and "ninongs," fairy godmothers, and godfathers for the day.
Even though they were unable to attend the event in person, Jenine Ponce (wife of Pateros City Mayor Mayor Miguel “Ike” Ponce), Barbie Pardo-Tiangco (wife of Navotas City John Rey Tiangco), Minnie Arte (wife of MMDA Chair Don Artes) and Vice Mayor Menchie Aguilar (Mandaluyong City) still found ways to share their blessings with the CHILD Haus children.
The outing included a Christmas shopping spree for the kids, a delightful merienda party, and the chance for the children to explore the mall and spend time playing with each other and their parents.
(R-L): SM Prime Holdings Chairman of the Executive Committee Hans Sy, Mrs. Judy Chua (mother of Mrs. Tiffany Gatchalian, wife of Valenzuela City Mayor Wes Gatchalian), Pasay City Mayor Imelda "Emi" Gallardo Calixto-Rubiano, her husband Pasay City representative Egay Rubiano, Mrs. Tiffany Gatchalian (wife of Valenzuela City Mayor Wes Gatchalian), San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora, and his wife, who is also the President of the Metro Manila Mayors’ Spouses Foundation Inc., Mrs. Keri Zamora. Other members of the foundation, including Mrs. Trina Biazon (wife of Muntinlupa City Mayor Ruffy Biazon), Mrs. Aubrey Malapitan (wife of Caloocan City Mayor Dale Gonzalo “Along” Malapitan), and Mrs. Peggy Anne Riate-Sienes (sister of Mrs. Aileen Olivarez, wife of Parañaque City Mayor Eric Olivarez ), joined the group at the SM Mall of Asia carousel.
Mother Ricky Reyes (third from left) with the members of the Metro Manila Mayors’ Spouses Foundation Inc., along with their representatives, at the Mall of Asia’s SM Store, where they conducted a Christmas shopping spree for the CHILD Haus beneficiaries.
Pasay City Mayor Imelda "Emi" Gallardo Calixto-Rubiano with the CHILD Haus beneficiaries during their Christmas shopping spree at the Mall of Asia SM Store.
A CHILD Haus beneficiary chooses a toy at the Mall of Asia SM Store during the Christmas shopping spree, supported by the Metro Manila Mayors’ Spouses Foundation Inc.
Shake Shack at SM Mall of Asia provides delightful food for over 30 CHILD Haus children and parents.
The CHILD Haus kids and their parents pose in front of the MOA Eye located at SM By the Bay Amusement Park.
CHILD Haus is a non-profit organization that provides a temporary home for indigent cancer-stricken children and their families.
CHILD Haus provides a safe and loving environment for children to undergo treatment and recovery. The organization also offers support services to families, including counseling, financial assistance, and transportation.
With the guidance of Reyes and through Sy's continued support and status as principal benefactor of the facility, CHILD Haus has blossomed and expanded. Two CHILD Haus locations now exist.