500 kids in Panglao receive early Christmas gifts from DBCA

By Leo Udtohan

PANGLAO, Bohol- After two years, members of the Danao Beach Community Association (DBCA) have finally conducted a gift-giving program for the children of Barangay Danao here on Saturday, Dec. 10, reflecting the association's continuing commitment to supporting the community.

Angie Hoffman-Vidas, president of DBCA, said that about 500 children attended the half-day event held at the covered court of the village.

"The annual gift-giving is our way of  giving back to the community.  It is also a great opportunity for DBCA to partake in spreading love during the Yuletide season,” said Hoffman.

The gift-giving which started in 2009 was halted for two years because of the pandemic and typhoon Odette (Rai).

"We are glad we're able to give back even in the pandemic we were able to share a little," Hoffman said.

From 250 children in 2019, it grew to 500.

James Zhang, proprietor of GuitarWoodHouse, said it was his first time to join the activity and find the event meaningful.

"I'm happy to join this activity. Seeing them truly happy is priceless," he said.

The program started with nutrition-themed, prized-based games, followed by an informative presentation on taking the environment.

The program then proceeded to the main event—the distribution of gifts to four to 10 years old. 

Founded in 2009, DBCA has 25 members. They are GO2Dive, Nora's Place, GuitarWoodHouse, Mist, JJ@Daorong Bungalows, Coco Mango, Linaw Beach Resort/Casa Gardenia, LostBoys Dive Adventure, Alona42, Selectum Mangrove, Solea Coast, Panglao Tropical Villas, Deep Blue Dive Resort, Be Grand Resort, Azul de Panglao, Kalachuchi Inn, Azahar Resort, Bohol South Beach Hotel, PHILM Laundry Services and Intoy's Place/Let's Go Natural.

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Members of the Danao Beach Community Association (DBCA) conduct a gift-giving event for more than 500 children at Barangay Danao in Panglao town, Bohol on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022. Leo Udtohan