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Often times people want a discount
for our artwork, or "Tawad" as we
call it in the Philippines. Even though
we explain that we donate 100%
of the art proceeds directly to the
CCDF ministry expenses, some people
still drive a hard bargain. Shown here
is Mark Merrill during one of the out-
door art shows in the Philippines.
The Belgian and Swiss Ambassador's
wives bought paintings, but wanted
more at a big discount. Using some
creative thinking, we asked if there
was any foreign aid that we could
receive for the amount discounted.
"YES" came the reply, and through a
purchase grant we were able to obtain
steel lockers for the street children to
use at Kanlungan street kid shelter.
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Children who live on the street
not only don't have a home or
bed to call their own, but they
also don't have a secure place
to hide what little possessions
they may own. While sleeping,
sometimes the sandals are
stolen right off their feet.
These lockers provide a sense of
security and belonging for kids
who live in or drop by the kid
center in Manila.