It has been 2 years since the Covid-19 pandemic sent shockwaves in most  countries and many Filipinos continue to face deep financial hardship. Job loss has also been more acute in the low-income group. Lower-income adults who were laid off due to the economic slowdown brought about by the pandemic are less likely to be working now. 

Such is the case of Melchor and Maricel, a family of 4 living in Pozorrubio, Pangasinan. Melchor was a construction worker in Metro Manila who lost his job because of the coronavirus outbreak. With no permanent job, he decided to remain in his hometown to look after his family while Maricel, a housewife, is keen to help him support their family, especially since their younger child has a serious chronic condition called G6PD deficiency.   Maricel upon learning of the Rotary Club of Uptown Dagupan service activities posted in its FB page, sought their help. 

She wished to improve their financial condition and be able to feed their young 2 children. Her wish to start a small food business that can go anywhere in the neighborhood was granted.  The couple gladly received a tribike sponsored by PAMAG and rejoiced for the cash given to them to capitalize their food business.