03/04/2026
“For with God, nothing shall be impossible.” – Luke 1:37
Baby Dahlia Mirielle T. Cotejo is one of our beneficiaries—and a living testimony of faith, perseverance, and God’s grace.
Diagnosed with Biliary Atresia at just three months old, Dahlia’s journey was one of the most challenging cases we have handled.
Even before leaving for India, the family faced major obstacles—including issues with birth documentation and the absence of passports. But through proper guidance, what seemed impossible was completed in just five days.
When Dahlia arrived at Apollo Hospital, her condition became critical. She developed severe infection, kidney complications, high ammonia levels, continuous bleeding, and Influenza Virus. She remained in the ICU for an extended period, fighting for her life every single day.
At one point, her condition became so critical that an urgent liver transplant was the only option to save her life.
By God’s grace, on March 10, 2025, Dahlia successfully underwent her liver transplant, with her mother as her donor.
Despite the complexity of her case and a hospital bill reaching approximately ₱4 million, Apollo Hospital honored the transplant package and did not ask for any additional payment.
Her transplant cost was supported by the BILD Foundation, while the remaining balance—including airfare and accommodation—was covered by Senator Erwin Tulfo. We also thank the Embassy of India for expediting their medical visa.
Dahlia was the last beneficiary of our previous Fun Run.
To be transparent, the event did not generate enough participants and funds. But we could not allow this to affect Dahlia’s chance to live.
Because of this, we made a decision—to move forward with the mission despite the loss. Around ₱500,000 was personally shouldered just to ensure that the Fun Run would push through and Dahlia’s journey would not be delayed.
This is not just an event for us.
This is a commitment to life.
Today, Dahlia is home—alive, recovering, and a living testimony that God moves through people, through sacrifice, and through unwavering faith.
To everyone who supported, prayed, and stood with us—thank you.
And as we continue this advocacy, we hold on to this truth:
👉 Not every effort is easy
👉 Not every outcome is profitable
👉 But every life saved is worth everything
To God be all the glory 🙏