Issue 147

2026-05-20

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In Zimbabwe, Tino Chu devoted himself to whatever was needed, from distributing food to digging wells. Though he passed away in February 2026, his life of service continues to inspire those whose lives he touched. (Photo by Lin Yan-huang)

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A Visual Journey of Tino Chu’s Work

From one person to a large family This spirit of devotion first took shape in 2012, when Tino Chu held Zimbabwe’s … Read More »

The Illustrated Jing Si Aphorisms

The Buddha says: No matter how much sacred literature you have read or how many holy words you have spoken, if you… Read More »

When Food Becomes Hope—Tzu Chi’s Food Aid in South Sudan

Tzu Chi provides food aid to two schools in South Sudan. Though just 50 U.S. cents a day per student, the support … Read More »

A Life Rewritten Through Giving

Tino Chu vowed to be reborn as a Zimbabwean for five lifetimes. His devoted wife, Li Zhao-qin, promised to carry o… Read More »

Pinching Pennies, Giving Millions

Taiwan’s “ordinary” individuals find spiritual abundance through extraordinary generosity.… Read More »

Turning Relief Into Lasting Change—Tzu Chi in Sierra Leone

What began as aid in response to an Ebola outbreak has evolved into a path toward self-reliance for communities in… Read More »

More Than a Bed—The Chiayi Assistive Device Outlet

From city neighborhoods to remote islands, Tzu Chi’s Chiayi Assistive Device Outlet has served about 6,000 familie… Read More »

Serving to the Last

I had the privilege of following Brother Chu closely through my reporting during his final two years. I will miss … Read More »

Tzu Chi Event Highlights—Feb. 15 to Apr. 26, 2026

Thailand ◎On March 6, residents affected by storm damage in Mae Salong, Chiang Rai Province, moved into new homes … Read More »

In Memory of Tino Chu—The Mission of a Taiwanese Man in Zimbabwe

Tino Chu, a Taiwanese businessman turned humanitarian, spent over two decades serving those in need in Zimbabwe, i… Read More »

She Stayed to Serve—Blossoms of Great Love in Eswatini

After surviving a life-threatening illness, Sharon Frazer turned her second chance at life into a mission of servi… Read More »

Words From Dharma Master Cheng Yen—Cherishing Time, Fulfilling Our Purpose

Time slips by second by second, minute by minute; often, an entire day is gone before we even notice. A lifetime m… Read More »

Table of Contents

Master Cheng Yen’s Teachings

Words From Dharma Master Cheng Yen—Cherishing Time, Fulfilling Our Purpose

Tzu Chi Event Highlights

Tzu Chi Event Highlights—Feb. 15 to Apr. 26, 2026

Cover Story

Charity in Taiwan

More Than a Bed—The Chiayi Assistive Device Outlet

Inspirational

Pinching Pennies, Giving Millions

Charity in Sierra Leone

Turning Relief Into Lasting Change—Tzu Chi in Sierra Leone

People and Profiles

She Stayed to Serve—Blossoms of Great Love in Eswatini

Charity in South Sudan

When Food Becomes Hope—Tzu Chi’s Food Aid in South Sudan

Illustration

The Illustrated Jing Si Aphorisms

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