International Care Ministries

When David* was just 3 years old, he was more than 4 pounds underweight. And on his tiny toddler frame, 4 pounds too little was a big deal. David was skinny and frail. His hair was dry and dull. When he should have been running and playing, he was lethargic and weak.   “He often cries and gets distressed easily,” said his mother, Joy. She knew her son was undernourished and was trying desperately to help him. She asked for vitamins at a local health center. “I thought it would help [David] improve his appetite and gain weight.” But his health and his weight continued to decline.   Then Joy learned of the home-based feeding program run by FMSC food distribution partner International Care Ministries (ICM). She promptly enrolled David.   As a part of the program, Joy received nutrition education as well as nutrient-dense MannaPack® meals for her family. Joy was so relieved. She was equipped with both the knowledge and the food her son needed. ICM health trainers regularly checked in with the family along the way.   Much to Joy’s delight, David surpassed his goal weight within the next 11 weeks. He became active and playful and his face seemed to glow with health. Joy was amazed at the transformation. “He’s now cheerful and energetic!” She is confident that she now has what she needs to maintain David’s health — as well as her own. “I gained knowledge … and because of this my son’s condition got addressed. As a mother, I must teach my children to eat healthy food!” Fund life changing meals: fmsc.org/give   *Names changed for privacy. #feedingkids #foodisthefoundation

ARTHALAND was honored to co-present the International Care Ministries (ICM) Manila Banquet 2024. This gathering wasn’t just about bringing together industry leaders—it was about making tangible efforts to combat poverty in the Philippines. Influential guests from Manila, including business leaders and philanthropists, joined a silent auction featuring artwork from both local and international artists. Proceeds go towards supporting ICM’s initiatives. ICM’s mission aligns with Arthaland’s values and our commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 1: No Poverty). Partnering with ICM, which has impacted over 2 million Filipinos, reflects our belief that sustainable communities are about more than the environment—they’re about investing in people. I’m looking forward to our team’s visit to one of ICM’s communities to see how we can deepen our support and make a lasting impact. Have you seen any inspiring community-driven projects lately? I’d love to hear about them. #SustainablyArthaland

Supporting ICM to help ultra-poor communities shine We are proud to have recently contributed to the major annual fundraising events of International Care Ministries (ICM), a non-profit working tirelessly to transform the futures of the ultra-poor. Established in 1992, ICM envisions a world where no child has to live in ultra-poverty. It takes a holistic approach to fighting complex issues, finding and serving people living in mountain, coastal and other hard-to-reach communities across the Philippines, Uganda and Guatemala. In September, inspired by our desire to enable everyone to unleash their potential, we continued our long-term support for ICM by once again donating to its annual banquets and auctions in Singapore, Hong Kong and Manila. Since 2019, we have been delighted to provide Shangri-La Circle points as raffle and auction prizes, rewarding winners for their positive contributions to local communities with unforgettable moments at our properties. These successful events are just some of the community causes we have supported this year: through Shangri-La’s Embrace programme, each of our properties fosters an ongoing relationship with a local non-profit serving underprivileged women and children. Why not join your nearest Shangri-La at its next volunteering opportunity? We’d love to see you there. #ShangriLa #ESG #DoGood #Sustainablilty #Shine #ICM #InternationalCareMinistries