Typhoon Ondoy(Ketsana) donation update
In the one week since the Typhoon Ondoy (Ketsana)flooded much of Manila, through the efforts of our troopers and TB-1870 Regina Layug - updating information, sharing news and asking for donations for those affected, the Pinoy 501st was able to raise over P50,000 (US$1,065) in cash in addition to other donations - clothes, food, medicine and now, school supplies. you can also send money through Paypal or bank transfer
we are still accepting donations for those in need
Charity donation turnover update
October 2009 Update:
With the aftermath of Typhoon Ketsana ("Ondoy"), the call for help continued and there was a tremendous response from various private citizens both locally and abroad. Through the efforts of Philippine Outpost Public Relations Officer & Charity Liaison Regina Layug, and other members of the 501st, a total of 89,000 pesos was raised in just 2 weeks to help the victims of the calamity.
Crimson Nightfall: Scarlet Tears' 5th Year Celebration
CRIMSON NIGHTFALL is Scarlet Tears' 5th Year Celebration + Website Launch + 5th Anniversary CD Release. The Philippine Outpost was invited to participate, and gather donations for victims of the typhoons that have hit the Philippines:
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Join us as we celebrate our 5th anniversary with a night of good vibes, music, and booze. Gate opens at 8pm. Show time is 9pm SHARP until 2am (More details to follow.)
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Prayers that Move Mountains
Written by Big Brother Big Sister
It was a hot day in October, a stark contrast to the stormy weather that was the cause of this gathering. Children sat Indian-style beneath canvas shelters temporarily shielding them from the heat of the sun. When emcee Aryxz Centra warned the kids to behave, lest the spaceship carrying Stormtroopers from Star Wars will not land, they all strained their eyes to peek through the tarpaulin canvasses, hoping for a glimpse of the said spaceship.
Distribution of school supplies at ESA, part 2
On Saturday, October 17, troopers from the Philippine Outpost and volunteers from Big Brother Big Sister traveled from all corners of Metro Manila to San Mateo, Rizal, to distribute school supplies to the students of the Eastern Star Academy. Each student got notebooks and notepads, and pencils, and snacks! TB-1870 and TC-1330 made an appearance to cheer up the flood victims as well.
Distribution of school supplies at ESA, part 1
On Saturday, October 17, troopers from the Philippine Outpost and volunteers from Big Brother Big Sister traveled from all corners of Metro Manila to San Mateo, Rizal, to distribute school supplies to the students of the Eastern Star Academy. Each student got notebooks and notepads, and pencils, and snacks!
As you can see, the school is in dire need of repairs, new equipment and new teaching materials:
Preparing the school supplies for the Eastern Star Academy
On Saturday, October 17, troopers from the Philippine Outpost and volunteers from Big Brother Big Sister were scheduled to distribute school supplies to the students of the Eastern Star Academy. But we needed to do a lot of work before we could go there! Thanks to all of you, we were able to raise the funds needed to buy school supplies. You gave us more than we needed, and we were able to buy more than just the basic school supplies the ESA students needed.
Marc Ecko Star Wars 2009 Collection
Once again Marc Ecko is making a creative imprint on the Star Wars Empire! Combining Classic Star Wars imagery and characters with the style and artistic flair of street culture, the 2009 collection is comprised of t-shirts and outerwear pieces featuring characters of the movie such as the Stormtrooper and many more.. Those pieces will definitely make great holiday gift for the Star Wars die-hard fans!
Troopers at a dental convention
The Philippine Outpost was invited to escort the new president of the Philippine Dental Association at their 101st Annual Convention.
