Kiwanis Club of Trece Martires Tender Hearts

25/05/2026

District Governor Stachys Neil Espino presented the Kiwanis Engage Gold Standard Award to the Kiwanis Club of Trece Martires Tender Hearts during his Governor's Visit in Division 4A, recognizing the club's strong commitment to service and consistent reporting.

This award reflects our dedication to doing the work with care and accountability, helping create a greater impact for the children and communities we serve.

Our sincerest appreciation, Governor Neil.

21/05/2026

Governor Neil Espino’s visit to Division 4A on May 17, 2026, carried the quiet authority of leadership that values connection over ceremony. Attended by DGE Aleta Tolentino and District Treasurer Marina Marasigan, and joined by Past District Governor Andy Mojica, the gathering became a meaningful convergence of experience and shared purpose.

The Kiwanis Club of Trece Martires Tender Heart attended the event to present its club report and to express its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported Division 4A’s Little Miss Kiwanis Ambassadress candidate, Keliz Jonson, following her wonderful performance.

Congratulations to newly elected officers of Division 4A! Let's keep serving!

16/05/2026

14/05/2026

The 2026 Canva Summer Training for Kids powered into its second week with even greater energy and momentum than when it began.

The Kiwanis Club of Trece Martires Tender Heart's most beloved signature program, now in its third successful year, continued to fill the room with young aspiring graphic designers who are growing more confident and more creative with every session. Week two brought deeper lessons, bolder designs, and the unmistakable buzz of children discovering that they have something genuinely worth expressing, and now the skills to express it.

Super K's visit was a reminder that behind every skill being learned and every design being built, there is a child who simply deserves to feel seen, celebrated, and cheered on.

What started as an introduction to digital literacy has become a summer these kids will carry with them long after the season ends.

07/05/2026

The sun-drenched fields of Pila, Laguna, radiated with joy on May 5, as members of the Kiwanis Club of Trece Martires Tender Heart enthusiastically participated in the first-ever ceremonial harvest of high-zinc rice. To add to the excitement, we brought along our favorite hero, Super K, to share in the fun!

We are immensely proud to be part of this initiative, a collaboration between DA-PhilRice and the Kiwanis Philippine Luzon District, led by District Governor Stachys Neil Espino. This program is set to provide vital nourishment to 1,500 children over the next three months.

Our sincerest gratitude to Governor Neil Espino for the invitation to be part of this event.

04/05/2026

The energy is absolutely electric today as we officially kick off the 2026 Canva Summer Training for Kids!

This signature project of the Kiwanis Club of Trece Martires Tender Heart, is now entering its third successful year of empowering young minds through creativity and digital literacy.

Let’s make Summer 2026 a season to remember!

02/05/2026

The Kiwanis Club of Trece Martires Tender Heart stood in witness to a passing of the torch as Division 4A's Council of Lieutenant Governors held its Turnover Ceremony and Installation at Angela’s Events Place in Alfonso, Cavite .

The transition was marked by the steadying presence of those who have long steered the district’s mission. Distinguished Kiwanis leaders, including PDG Alejandro Mojica, PDG Mauro Cocjin, PDG Boyet Lucero and DGE Atty. Maria Aleta Tolentino, shared insights that reminded every member why they show up: for the children and the communities that rely on our collective strength.

28/04/2026

Standing beside the steady rush of Catmon Falls, the lines between service and friendship began to blur in the best possible way. By gathering at the very site of our recent environmental project, the Kiwanis Club of Trece Martires Tender Heart combined a day of relaxation with the formal confirmation of the 2026–2027 club officers. Allowing the leadership to step back from the logistics of service and simply enjoy the company of those who make the work possible.

The strength of our club is most visible in the fellowship that thrives during these quiet moments in nature. Kiwanis recognizes that the most resilient service projects are fueled by a membership that genuinely enjoys one another’s company. This authentic bond transforms a group of volunteers into a family, ensuring that as the new administrative year begins, every member is backed by a foundation of trust and a shared love for the community they serve.

Hail the Kiwanians!

26/04/2026

There is something quietly powerful about a community that chooses to show up for its children.

​On a bright morning in Brgy. Tua, Magallanes, Cavite, the children woke up to a village that truly cared. The Kiwanis Club of Trece Martires Tender Heart, alongside Super K, the St. Joseph Child Development Center, and the local leadership of Barangay Tua, gathered with a singular heartbeat: to nourish growing bodies and nurture young souls.

​Before the first spoonful was served, licensed psychometrician Jasmine Marie Sasi shared a gentle moment with the children, explaining the psychology of play and the vital role peer belongingness plays in child development. She reminded those gathered that when a child feels they belong, their confidence grows and their character begins to take shape in the most beautiful ways.

​The morning offered lessons that will endure long after the meal is served. In keeping with the "Warm Bowls, Full Hearts" program's commitment to health, the children practiced proper handwashing, a simple habit with a lifelong impact. The energy reached its peak when Super K arrived, bringing laughter, prizes, and a dance that left every child’s face alight with joy.

📸: Che Almendras

25/04/2026

The "A Thousand Forest" initiative at Catmon Falls, Magallanes ,Cavite proves that the most enduring environmental solutions are rooted in technical precision.

By partnering with the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) , Municipality of Magallanes, Cavite, National Irrigation Administration (NIA) and Barangay Tua, Magallanes, the Kiwanis Club of Trece Martires Tender Heart didn't just plant trees; we engineered a future for the Magallanes watershed. These hybrid coconut seedlings serve as biological anchors. Because coconuts possess an adventitious root system, they bind the riverbank soil with more tenacity than almost any other tropical species, preventing erosion while promising a future harvest.

​The impact of the day centered on the "measured pit" technique, a lesson in intentionality provided by PCA agriculturist who will continue to monitor the grove's progress.

This project moves past the typical sentimentality of Earth Day to deliver a relevant dual-purpose result: economic stability for the community and structural integrity for our waterways. We aren't just restoring a landscape; we are installing a living legacy that protects the land as much as it provides for the people.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the volunteers of Barangay Tua, led by Brgy. Captain Jonald Tampes, who worked alongside our club members and young volunteers to prepare the soil and plant seedlings. Our thanks also go to Jamland Development for assistance and the Philippine Coconut Authority Cavite-Batangas office for providing fifty hybrid coconut seedlings and the expertise of their licensed agriculturist to guide our efforts.

📸: Che Almendras