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Unbound’s top 10 stories of 2025

From rebuilding after devastating natural disasters in the Philippines and preserving Mayan mat-weaving traditions in Guatemala to teaching sponsored children in Colombia entrepreneurship skills and empowering women around the globe through financial inclusion, Unbound’s top stories of 2025 showcased the strength and determination of the families and communities we serve.

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In Manila, Maribel, the mother of sponsored youth James, has been a street food vendor for more than 15 years, selling fish balls, hot dogs and other traditional cuisine. With the help of Unbound’s Critical Needs Fund during the pandemic, Maribel was able to widen her food cart and make the structure stainless steel, which has helped increase her business.