You are in a class of your own. Hindi ka mapapantayan, pero maaring kang pamarisan. Your unselfish devotion to giving indigent children the education they need, without asking in return, is truly exemplary. May your hard work open the eyes of many and pave the way for more of our “kababayans” to extend their time and/or money in helping your noble cause.

 

My family salutes you and we’re proud to have a Filipino like you in our country. CONGRATULATIONS!!! May God bless you in all your endeavors.

 

 

Efren does it by heart, so the Almighty One God acknowledged and rewarded him. Siyempre naman Pinoy yan.

 

 

Efren ... we are proud of what you had done and your group's effort of reaching out to the most vulnerable sector of our society - the neglected children on the streets.

 

Truly, someone does not have to possess a lot of riches and resources to create an impact to other people’s lives.

 

As what you said, there is a hero within us that can make a difference to others. Keep up your admirable work as you are already and always a hero for all of us!

 

 

This should be the kind of people who can lead our Nation to a better change! Not a movie star! Not old worn out politician! Or same network of folks in Malacañang! We need a fresh blood! Bravo Efren for a job well done. Thank you for setting a good example!

 

 

A truly proud moment for Filipinos! Efren Peñaflorida, our pushcard educator has been named CNN Hero of the Year for 2009. Hurray! He calls us all to unleash the hero in all of us. Are you up to the challenge, Pinoys?