The Philippines Association of Papua New Guinea known as The Fraternal Order of Eagles made a heartfelt donation yestersday to the Friends of Pomgen (FOPG) Charity Appeal.
The donation was led by Ambassador Edgar Tomas Auxilian and organised by the incoming Association president Roxan Cruz.
Members of the association handed over boxes of water, toilet tissues, diaper, food, a fridge, microwave and other essential items for patients at Port Moresby General Hospital.
The items were warmly received by FOPG founder Michelle Monsour and manager Grace Roland on site.
Ms Monsour expressed deep gratitude to the fraternal order of eagles’ association for donating essentials items for the patients.
“Its only through the kindness of communities like this that we are able to continue our mission of supporting patients and their families.
“Every small gesture counts. Our mothers Oncology Unit now has a fridge, and the Pediatric Tuberculosis (TB) ward finally has a microwave – this are simple items, but they create big changes. They bring dignity, comfort, and a sense of care to patients who often feel forgotten,” Ms Monsour said.
Ambassador Auxilian said: “This is more than a donation – it is an expression of who we are as a people.
“The Philippine community always stand for compassion, community work, humanity, an we see those same values deeply rooted in the work of friends of Pomgen in the hospital.
“What began as a gesture of goodwill has now grown into a genuine friendship, and we proudly stand beside FOPG as partners.
“FOPG continues to receive donations from the community in support of its recent appeal for patient care needs. This represents the power of community support serves as a reminder that humanity beats all odds.”