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Stories

Behind the Jar

Meet the People Behind Dignity Coconuts

who signed my jar?

Shirley

"It was incredibly painful as I did not have contact with my siblings for many years."

Oscar

“No amount of money or fortune can compare to what Dignity have given me and my family.”

Rachel M

I realized it is so difficult to be working away from your children. Dignity brought us back together.

Archie

“When I remember this memory, I smile for sure.”

Ramir

I am a skilled electrician. I can also fix broken furniture and build houses.

Reynante

Since I began working at Dignity, our life has improved and my three siblings are now able to go to school.

Raquel

I am happy when I see my children determined to finish their studies.

Eliseo

It is my hope that my father and my mother would get well. I also would like to put up an electrical store.

Joviric

"I have the opportunity to work near my family."

Christian L.

I am proud that I am able to meet the needs of my family and that I was able to build our own home...

John Kenneth

John Kenneth grew up with five sisters, who all worked hard to improve their living situation.

Salvador

Since I started working at Dignity, I am now able to provide for the needs of my family and give them a better life.

Christopher

I dream of being able to buy a big house for my children.

Rovenick

"Dignity is the place where I could enhance and develop my skills."

Elmer P

One thing I wish in this lifetime is for me to be able to study again

Eddie

I was a fisherman before I worked at Dignity.

Alvin T

I am married with four children.  I have a happy family even if we lack money and school supplies.

Rodrigo

What makes me smile is whenever I see my wife and children.

Marites

Since I worked at Dignity, our life is somehow better now. I now have something that I can depend on.

Sandy

I am good and helpful. I like playing volleyball and going deep sea fishing.

Nicanor

Sometimes I help others who are poor and needy. Even giving just a little helps them a lot.

Virgie

I am happy that I am now able to help my family.  It is a significant matter to be able to help my family.

Shirley M.

"Every time I look at the coconut tree, it reminds me during my childhood days..."

Marilyn

"He only had a fishing rod and very small boat with no motor and a leak that cannot be repaired."

JASON

He is now able to help out his family and provide even beyond their basic needs.