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What Boxer Manny Pacquiao Did for the Homeless in His Community in the Philippines...

Leah Marieann Klett : Dec 21, 2015  The Gospel Herald

Pacquiao's last fight will be April 9th, 2016.

(The Philippines)—Manny Pacquiao is the first and only eight-division world champion, in which he has won ten world titles, as well as the first to win the lineal championship in four different weight classes. (Photo via Gospel Herald)

Filipino boxing star Manny Pacquiao, a winner of world titles in eight different weight categories, is using a large chunk of his money for the glory of God, giving away 150 housing units to the homeless.

The 36-year-old boxing sensation reportedly spent P28.5 million, or about $604,000, of his own money to supply homes in Bales village, Maasim town, where he serves as a congressman.

"Give thanks to God for what you have received today. It's a gift from Him," said Pacquiao in a PhilBoxing.com report of the project, which is known as "Pacman Village" and will be ready as early as next February. "He's just using me to help you. Take good care of this property and don't sell it."

An outspoken Christian, Pacquiao clearly takes to heart Paul's words in Hebrews 13:16, where the apostle writes, "Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God."

In the future, Pacquiao plans to build a total of 600 units: "There are still lots of spaces here where we can build more houses. I'm targeting a total of 600 housing units to accommodate more homeless residents here," he told PhilBoxing.com.

Speaking to the news outlet, Tino Alcala, chair of Bales village, praised Pacquiao for his unparalleled generosity and willingness to sacrifice his own comfort for those in need.

"This is the kind of leader we're looking for. Unlike other congressmen, who disappeared and could no longer be seen after election, Cong. Pacquiao is always there every time we need him," Alcala said. "Pacquiao makes us feel government is taking good care of us."

As reported by the Gospel Herald, Pacquiao announced in October he plans to...

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