Operation: HOPE

Operation: HOPE H.O.P.E. Helping Others Progress & Excel

This project is all about giving HOPE to those who needs it the most. The recent Haiyan Typhoon a.k.a. However Mrs.

Yolanda caused massive destruction and devastation to the citizens of the south-eastern provinces in the Philippines last November 8, 2013. This is currently one of the worst natural disaster in the country and possibly in the world. It has displaced over three million people, damaging over a million homes and killing more than five thousand people. OBJECTIVES
This project involves a long-term rehabilitation and rebuilding program for the victims of typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda). It hopes to become a model program that will help us be more prepared for the next calamity. Furthermore, it aims to educate everyone that these disaster will continue to happen unless we humans will start giving more care for our environment. Most important of all, this program is about HOPE. Its about recognizing that as long as there are good people, there will be hope. Never underestimate the power of one. This Project is called “Operation: H.O.P.E. (Helping Others Progress & Excel). The number of family evacuees at the tent city in Pasay is fast rising. This project aims to put up a resettlement area here in Zambales in order to help decongest the evacuation centers in Manila. We have already coordinated with Zambales LGU through Vice Governor Ramon Lacbain. He has committed an area along San Marcelino that can serve as the site for this resettlement area. The objective is not just for an initial relief but rehabilitation that involves several components for a vital support system which includes:
- Medical assistance
- Education
- Stress debriefing
- Spiritual building
- Livelihood

The livelihood program can work with the current booming tourism industry in the region by being able to supply resources such as food and raw materials. Furthermore, it can also serve as a sustainable and eco-friendly community which also invite volunteerism/voluntourism. The Department of Tourism said that the outpouring of support shows that travel and tourism have transformed the globe into one community, ready to stand by each other not only in times of festivities, but in times of challenges. Tourism continues to be one of the major contributors to the economy, playing a significant role in rebuilding lives and business in communities. Lastly, this program will be a study that can help us better prepare in these types of calamities. CLIMATE CHANGE
According to Climate Change Commission vice chairperson Lucille Sering, greenhouse gas emissions greatly contribute to global warming. The Philippine delegation during the 19th Conference of Parties UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP19) in Warsaw, Poland has been pushing for the establishment of a “loss and damage” mechanism that tackles measures that will help prevent further loss and damage as a result of disasters and calamities, or help mitigate their effects. Sering noted that the loss and damage is “imperative” especially because industrialized countries display a lack of commitment in reducing their greenhouse gas emissions. Thousands of people unite all over the world including government, private businesses and other organizations to give aid to the victims of the typhoon. Sering stressed, “Relief is only temporary. Prevention is more necessary.” She also urged countries to provide $100 billion by 2020 for the Green Climate Fund to be co-chaired by Albay Governor Joey Salceda, to extend developing countries financial support for their mitigation and adaptation activities. Yolanda is the new benchmark for disaster prevention. BE PREPARED
As long as the problem with our environment exists, this natural disaster will just keep getting worse. We have to be prepared. Funding such as the GCF can help us develop Zambales into a “Disaster Relief Hub” that can serve as the center for Disaster Management Services here in the Philippines. As a former naval base, the Subic Bay Freeport is equipped to handle such calamity and can serve as base camp or command center. Moreover, it is accessible by land, air and sea that can serve as the hub for all relief aids coming from anywhere in the world. Its terrain is ideal for training disaster response teams that can easily be deployed in affected areas. This will provide the country a successful disaster recovery program which can be aligned to the current House Bill 3351 proposed by Rep Weslie Gatchalian which institutes a National Disaster Rehabilitation Program and the establishment of the Philippine Disaster Rehabilitation Commission (PDRC) which aims to speed up the recovery and the return of normalcy of affected areas. According to Philippine Star (November 21, 2013), the bill stresses that It is “the policy of the state to assist the victims in the communities damaged or destroyed or adversely affected by disasters and its after-effects by extending to them aid, relief, resettlement, rehabilitation and livelihood services and by undertaking construction or repair and reconstruction of infrastructure to the end that life may return to normalcy at the earliest possible time and the development of areas affected.”

Hopefully this project will not only help the victims of the typhoon Yolanda and prepare us for the next disaster, but at the same time encourage people to recognize that the root of this problem is also related to the way humans have exploited the planet. We hope to be able to change the way people see nature and encourage them to live a more eco-friendly life. FILIPINO VALUES IN ACTION
Zambales is an ideal location, equipped in managing reliefs, rehabilitation and an effective resettlement program since it has first hand experience in handling a large scale disaster such as the Mount Pinatubo Eruption in 1991. During the time of the eruption of Pinatubo, the local people of Olongapo and Zambales has experienced receiving aid and assistance. It is safe to say that this project will be supported by the local people and create a brand that “Zambales Cares”. It aims to give the people ownership of this endeavor and encourage everyone including local businesses to be part of this very meaningful project. It also creates a moral awakening and national consciousness on human values that are unique, genuine and positively Filipino. Values such as compassion, generosity, hospitality, patience, diligence and even resourcefulness are some noteworthy traits. It is these values and other Filipino traits that have allowed us to weather many storms and we can also use these to move forward from Yolanda. We recognize the large scope of this project, but if not us, then who? If not now, then when? We appeal for your support in this project. Your contribution will go a long way not just in helping those victims of the typhoon but also showing everyone that there is HOPE. This project is organized by The Lighthouse Marina Resort Legacy Foundation. For more information please email us at legacysubic@gmail.com.

According to the Presidential Adviser of Environmental Protection, Secretary Neric Acosta, Climate change is happening f...
18/06/2014

According to the Presidential Adviser of Environmental Protection, Secretary Neric Acosta, Climate change is happening faster than ever before. There are several so called "hot spots" in the Philippines. The potential for serious economic and social dislocations are high. He called it "climate refugees". We can and we have to prepare for this. We have to act now.

The Lighthouse Marina Resort in Subic Bay and Vice Governor/Provincial PESO Manager Ramon Lacbain II (under the administration of Gov. Hermogenes E. Ebdane Jr.) jointly organized a Consultative Dialogue for Environment, Livelihood and Business Opportunities last Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at the DepEd Training Center, Iba, Zambales.

Participants warmly welcomed the honorable guest speaker Secretary Neric O. Acosta, Presidential Adviser on Environmental Protection, who gave an inspiring and challenging talk entitled, “Climate Change - How to turn problems into opportunities”. He discussed the status of our environment and emphasized the importance of caring for the planet. “Ecology is the basis of economy, not the other way around.” explained Secretary Acosta.

The whole day meeting consisted of guest speakers that tackled topics that are in synergy with socio-economic best practices/livelihood opportunities they can apply to their respective organizations. Attendees included Mayor Ronald Apostol of Cabangan, Mayor Carolyn Farinas of San Felipe and about 113 other participants coming from the government (together with the police and military) and the private sectors within Zambales and Olongapo City.

At the end of the event, Vice Gov. Lacbain announced the launching of International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) on September 20, 2014 for Zambales, spearheaded by ICC Zone Captain and the Sales & Marketing Manager of The Lighthouse Marina Resort, Zedrik Avecilla. Last year's ICC was attended by over 26,000 participants from Zambales, Olongapo and Subic Bay combined. This year, more volunteers are expected to be mobilized from all towns to help clean the coastlines and waterways of Zambales. Furthermore, during the activity, Hon. Lacbain together with Secretary Acosta and Mr. Avecilla decided to have a bigger and more meaningful dialogue that will involve the entire LGU of Zambales including Olongapo City and Subic Bay Freeport Zone together with business owners to discuss the current problems of the environment at the same time solutions on how to tackle them. This will be held sometime in September before the ICC on September 20 at Subic Bay Freeport Zone. This will be a joint project of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority, the Provincial Government of Zambales and the Municipal Government of Olongapo.

The Lighthouse continuously serves the community by organizing from relief donations, outreach programs,sponsoring rescue training and other community service activities across the province. They will soon launch The Lighthouse Marina Resort Legacy Foundation, whose mission is to improve the lives of people in the community through integrated and sustainable programs to enhance tourism, livelihood and environment.

For more information on how to help, please email legacysubic@gmail.com. To learn more about the International Coastal Cleanup Zambales 2114, visit fb.com/icczambales, to learn more about Operation: HOPE, visit fb.com/hopeinzambales

The Lighthouse Marina Resort in Subic Bay and Vice Governor/Provincial PESO Manager Ramon Lacbain II (under the administ...
18/06/2014

The Lighthouse Marina Resort in Subic Bay and Vice Governor/Provincial PESO Manager Ramon Lacbain II (under the administration of Gov. Hermogenes E. Ebdane Jr.) jointly organized a Consultative Dialogue for Environment, Livelihood and Business Opportunities last Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at the DepEd Training Center, Iba, Zambales.

Participants warmly welcomed the honorable guest speaker Secretary Neric O. Acosta, Presidential Adviser on Environmental Protection, who gave an inspiring and challenging talk entitled, “Climate Change - How to turn problems into opportunities”. He discussed the status of our environment and emphasized the importance of caring for the planet. “Ecology is the basis of economy, not the other way around.” explained Secretary Acosta.

The whole day meeting consisted of guest speakers that tackled topics that are in synergy with socio-economic best practices/livelihood opportunities they can apply to their respective organizations. Attendees included Mayor Ronald Apostol of Cabangan, Mayor Carolyn Farinas of San Felipe and about 113 other participants coming from the government (together with the police and military) and the private sectors within Zambales and Olongapo City.

At the end of the event, Vice Gov. Lacbain announced the launching of International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) on September 20, 2014 for Zambales, spearheaded by ICC Zone Captain and the Sales & Marketing Manager of The Lighthouse Marina Resort, Zedrik Avecilla. Last year's ICC was attended by over 26,000 participants from Zambales, Olongapo and Subic Bay combined. This year, more volunteers are expected to be mobilized from all towns to help clean the coastlines and waterways of Zambales.

The Lighthouse continuously serves the community by organizing from relief donations, outreach programs,sponsoring rescue training and other community service activities across the province. They will soon launch The Lighthouse Marina Resort Legacy Foundation, whose mission is to improve the lives of people in the community through integrated and sustainable programs to enhance tourism, livelihood and environment.

For more information on how to help, please email legacysubic@gmail.com. To learn more about the International Coastal Cleanup 2014 in Zambales, visit fb.com/icczambales.

16/01/2014

The Lighthouse Chairman Clyde Chua with actress Cherry Pie Picache and first H.O.P.E. benficiary, the Espino Family, from Tacloban City.

Thank you for supporting Operation H.O.P.E. New Year's Eve Countdown last Dec. 31, 2013! Please visit the this album to ...
16/01/2014

Thank you for supporting Operation H.O.P.E. New Year's Eve Countdown last Dec. 31, 2013! Please visit the this album to view photos from the event.

Wishing you all an abundant and joyful new year!

Pastor Eugene Ramirez with wife Ruth of Victory Tacloban together with the Espino Family from Barangay 88 in Tacloban Ci...
29/12/2013

Pastor Eugene Ramirez with wife Ruth of Victory Tacloban together with the Espino Family from Barangay 88 in Tacloban City (Left). The Espino Family will be the first beneficiary of Operation HOPE.

They are now staying in Olongapo with relatives. For more information on how to help, please email us at legacysubic@gmail.com.

We look forward in seeing them this coming New Year's Eve Countdown at the Lighthouse Marina Resort Beachfront as we start the year right, full of HOPE.

Mr. Fernando Espino, 51yrs old, (6th from the left) from Barangay 88 in Tacloban City was able flee Tacloban together wi...
29/12/2013

Mr. Fernando Espino, 51yrs old, (6th from the left) from Barangay 88 in Tacloban City was able flee Tacloban together with his family and grandchildren a week after Typhoon Yolanda is destroyed the city.

They are now staying in Olongapo with relatives. For more information on how to help, please email us at legacysubic@gmail.com.

We look forward in seeing them this coming New Year's Eve Countdown at the Lighthouse Marina Resort Beachfront as we start the year right, full of HOPE.

The Lighthouse Marina Resort in cooperation with Casa San Miguel proudly present: “Operation: H.O.P.E. New Year’s Eve Co...
29/12/2013

The Lighthouse Marina Resort in cooperation with Casa San Miguel proudly present: “Operation: H.O.P.E. New Year’s Eve Countdown” featuring Coke Bolipata and The Pundaquit Virtuosi on December 31, 2013 from 7pm onwards at The Lighthouse beachfront in Subic Bay.

Tickets can be purchased by calling the Reservations or Marketing Dept. at 252.5000 or e-mail: reservations@lighthousesubic.com.

27/12/2013

Until there are people willing to help... there will always be HOPE.

"Hope is both the belief in a better future and the action to make it happen."

27/12/2013

Thousands of people still need help...

Never forget Yolanda!Thank you to Marco D. Biemann for this video.
27/12/2013

Never forget Yolanda!

Thank you to Marco D. Biemann for this video.

More than a month after the typhoon HAIYAN (Yolanda) hit the Philippines. Music by: MOBY www.mobygratis.com

Eco-Friendly resettlement houses would be an ideal model for this project. Not only does it create awareness and support...
20/12/2013

Eco-Friendly resettlement houses would be an ideal model for this project. Not only does it create awareness and supports environmental activities, it also makes it a tourism destination and encourage tourists to partake voluntourism programs in helping victims of natural disasters.

The resettlement site has an abundant supply or sand which can be used in the building of these Eco-friendly houses which will make this house very affordable to build. At the same time, building these earth house will be a good activity for the community to partake.

For comments or suggestions, please email us at legacy@lighthousesubic.com.

Eco-Friendly resettlement houses would be an ideal model for this project. Not only does it create awareness and supports environmental activities, it also makes it a tourism destination and encourage tourists to partake voluntourism programs in helping victims of natural disasters.

A UK-based charity group called ALALA expressed their support for this project. Their charity is focused primarily on h...
20/12/2013

A UK-based charity group called ALALA expressed their support for this project. Their charity is focused primarily on helping children orphaned by natural disaster. Please visit their FB Page for more information. We look forward to having them here.

This project would serve as a model for disaster response which aims to build a community that will serve as rehabilitation for victims of natural disaster at the same time assist in the rebuilding of the lives through a successful vital support and livelihood programs.

For more information about the project please email us at legacy@lighthousesubic.com

Last December 4 we contacted ALALA Charity Group to inform them that there is a possible area for their Eco-Orphanage project. They are working together with "Earth, Hands, and Houses" group.

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