I have been working with Alfredo Olavidez through Lift the Lid since 2012 and am grateful for him as my partner and friend. This past November 12th, Alfredo celebrated his 80th birthday, a special day for sure, but for as long as I’ve known him, he’s treated every day like a gift, an opportunity to count our blessings and be a blessing to others. I know my life has more meaning and spontaneous smiles because of him and our mission, assisting impoverished children living in Quezon City in the Philippines.

With your donations and the assistance of our partner Nonie, we guide our students, some from infancy through high school and into college, instilling peace of mind, moral values, hope, perseverance, good study skills and nutrition…all with an open heart and a big smile.

This is why the nearly 50 students we have and continue to support stay in school, and why, currently, we have 14 in high school or college. Thank you, Alfredo, for giving your love to us and so many children.

*100% of all donations go to our schools and students. I hope you’ll help us show disadvantaged students that we believe in them and assist them in staying in school. You’ll find secure options for making a tax-deductible donation here, and we’ll send you a student’s essay. If you’re interested in sponsoring a student and starting a pen pal, we’re happy to make that happen! Send me an email at saragoff@saragoff.com. Thank you!