Not just one, five, or ten, but a total of 59 students are being supported and provided for by the couple Terence and Elizabeth Martin from Talibon, Bohol.
According to The Daily Sentry Facebook page, the Martin couple has earned praise for their unwavering commitment to helping deserving young individuals complete their education.
Photo courtesy: Ronald Ancero Casil Official via The Daily Sentry (Facebook)
The Martins are hands-on in guiding the students under their care. This has led to a whirlwind of activity, especially when multiple graduation schedules overlap for their scholars, ranging from elementary to junior and senior high school, and even college.
They provide almost everything their scholars need, including school supplies, laptops, printers, cellphones, and even monthly allowances.
According to Elizabeth, she has experienced all the hardships and the feeling of having nothing in life.
Back when she was in college, she often didn’t know what to do or where to find the resources to cover her educational expenses. That’s why she never wasted the trust and opportunities given to her by the person who helped and supported her through her studies.
Now that she has the ability to help, she does not hesitate to extend the opportunity to assist others who, like her in the past, are striving to finish their education.
“That’s why now, we’re simply giving back what the Lord has provided us—essentially, paying it forward,” said Elizabeth in an interview.
The couple is known not only for their educational assistance but also for their remarkable efforts in helping others rebuild their lives. They have constructed homes for those severely affected by recent typhoons and provided livelihood opportunities to support continuous recovery and sustainable income for the people in need.
Helping those in need is deeply ingrained in their hearts and minds. They also fund the construction and renovation of police stations and repair dilapidated schools.
Photo courtesy: Ronald Ancero Casil Official via The Daily Sentry (Facebook)
Indeed, blessings never run out for those whose kindness overflows in helping others who are in greater need.
