Turning 30 is a milestone that has made me reflect on how grateful I am for the opportunities I’ve been given, the people who have supported me, and the life I’m blessed to celebrate.
One cause that has always been close to my heart is helping people experiencing homelessness. Whenever I have the opportunity, whether in the province or here in Metro Manila, I try to share a meal or whatever I can. Living in Metro Manila now, I see every day just how many people are struggling, each with a story we may never know. I hope, in my own small way, to remind them that they are seen, valued, and worthy of compassion.
In lieu of birthday gifts, I’d like to invite anyone who would like to celebrate this milestone with me to support this cause. Please know that there is absolutely no obligation to donate. Your friendship, love, and support are already more than enough.
If you choose to contribute, you may do so in whichever way you feel most comfortable. Please let me know how you would like your donation to be used:
• You may have your donation given directly as financial assistance to a person experiencing homelessness; or
• You may ask me to use your donation to purchase food, groceries, hygiene items, or other essential necessities for distribution.
Whichever option you choose, I will personally oversee the distribution and share receipts, photos, and updates so you can see exactly how your generosity was used. Transparency and accountability are very important to me, and I want every donation to make a meaningful impact.
Our goal is to raise ₱10,000 to provide meals and essential necessities for people experiencing homelessness in Metro Manila. Whether we reach that goal or not, every peso and every act of kindness can make someone’s day a little brighter.
Thank you for helping make my 30th birthday about more than celebrating another year of life. Thank you for helping turn it into an opportunity to share hope, kindness, and compassion with others.
With gratitude,
Urika
Part 1 (31 August 2026)
August 31, 2026
Bayanihan Update 🤍
We received an additional ₱2,000 donation today, which has been added to the fund. Thank you so much to the donor! 🤍
Today, we bought food from Jollibee and distributed it to people we came across on the streets along Gil Puyat and around San Antonio Village. It was a little more difficult to locate people today, perhaps because the typhoon had just passed and many may have sought shelter elsewhere.
We’ll be buying food and other necessities again, likely next week, and I’ll post another update then.
We’ll continue doing this until all of the donations have been used. I’ll also provide the receipts as we go along for transparency.
Thank you again to everyone who has contributed. We’ll keep doing what we can, one little act of kindness at a time. 🤍
Part 1 (31 August 2026)
August 31, 2026
Bayanihan Update 🤍
We received an additional ₱2,000 donation today, which has been added to the fund. Thank you so much to the donor! 🤍
Today, we bought food from Jollibee and distributed it to people we came across on the streets along Gil Puyat and around San Antonio Village. It was a little more difficult to locate people today, perhaps because the typhoon had just passed and many may have sought shelter elsewhere.
We’ll be buying food and other necessities again, likely next week, and I’ll post another update then.
We’ll continue doing this until all of the donations have been used. I’ll also provide the receipts as we go along for transparency.
Thank you again to everyone who has contributed. We’ll keep doing what we can, one little act of kindness at a time. 🤍
Part 1 (31 August 2026)
August 31, 2026
Bayanihan Update 🤍
We received an additional ₱2,000 donation today, which has been added to the fund. Thank you so much to the donor! 🤍
Today, we bought food from Jollibee and distributed it to people we came across on the streets along Gil Puyat and around San Antonio Village. It was a little more difficult to locate people today, perhaps because the typhoon had just passed and many may have sought shelter elsewhere.
We’ll be buying food and other necessities again, likely next week, and I’ll post another update then.
We’ll continue doing this until all of the donations have been used. I’ll also provide the receipts as we go along for transparency.
Thank you again to everyone who has contributed. We’ll keep doing what we can, one little act of kindness at a time. 🤍
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August 7, 2026
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₱10,000
The world needs more of you Urika Mae ♡ happy thirtieth and happy you're celebrating it this way ♡
August 5, 2026
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