By MBrand
There is power in using fame and influence for good. Gen Z superstar Belle Mariano knows this all too well as she continues to support World Vision, a Christian humanitarian organization. Now in her second year as its ambassador, the in-demand star hopes to help raise awareness of the organization’s mission to create a world where every child can live life to the fullest.
Belle Mariano
Belle became known as a chart-topping singer and a versatile young actress who starred in lead roles for hit shows such as He’s Into Her and Can’t Buy Me Love. But her role as an ambassador is one that she holds close to her heart, using her platform to raise awareness of the needs of the most vulnerable children.
“I have long been passionate about supporting important causes that help empower children, especially young girls,” noted Belle. “So it’s an honor that I still get to be part of World Vision’s goal of helping children access their basic rights, such as education, protection, and opportunities to thrive.”
Previously, Belle initiated various activities with World Vision. For her 23rd birthday last year, she celebrated with 50 World Vision-supported children in Pangasinan, some of her active fan base, and World Vision staff led by World Vision National Director in the Philippines, Dr. Herbert Q. Carpio. The celebration included getting to know the community better, games, and making and trading friendship bracelets to commemorate the fun-filled day. The children, along with their parents, went home with treats from Belle, including school supplies, hygiene items, and other essentials, boxes of donuts, and sacks of rice.
Aside from the meaningful birthday celebration, Belle also treated at least 15 children to a storytelling session. The children are part of Brigada Pagbasa, World Vision’s reading remedial program that fosters a love of reading among Filipino children.
Last year, Belle also engaged in the #GirlsCan campaign and participated in World Vision International’s 75th anniversary celebration was held in Iloilo, even amidst the storm season.
World Vision National Director in the Philippines, Dr. Herbert Q. Carpio, stressed that Belle’s reach can inspire many more Filipinos to support the organization’s campaigns that bring hope, joy, and justice to Filipino children. He shared, “Belle’s presence brings fresh inspiration to World Vision’s mission. We’re excited to continue working hand-in-hand with her, hoping that we can encourage many more Filipinos to sponsor kids so that they may
achieve their full potential.”World Vision works with families, communities, and partners to ensure that children grow up healthy, are educated for life, experience the love of God and their neighbors, and are cared for, protected, and able to participate fully in their communities. Through this holistic, community-based approach, the organization aims to address the root causes of poverty and transform lives.
For more updates on World Vision and its programs, visit the World Vision website at www.worldvision.org.ph and follow World Vision Philippines’ official social media pages: @worldvisionph on Facebook and Twitter, and @worldvisionphl on Instagram.
