Children in the Philippines living in extreme poverty struggle to access basic necessities. Many families simply can’t afford food, water, or medical care.
He is 2 years old… and weighs only 15.7 pounds.
This is Marco.
Marco lives with cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and global developmental delay. His body doesn’t move the way he wants it to, and seizures can come without warning. Feeding is difficult because of mild laryngomalacia, and doctors say he needs milk through a feeding tube to help him gain weight.
But right now, his parents struggle to afford the milk itself.
When they run low, his mom cuts his portions in half so it lasts longer. Not because she wants to. Because she has to.
Most of what they earn goes to medications, diapers, and medical check-ups. Therapy has stopped. There simply isn’t enough.
Marco is already fighting so much, and he is severely underweight.
If you feel moved to help Marco, a donation will provide milk, diapers, medications, and essential care. And if donating isn’t possible right now, sharing his story is also powerful, it helps Marco reach the people who can help.
Maya’s Hope works to improve the lives of orphaned, impoverished, and special-needs children worldwide.