Humanitarian activist Norge Ernesto Díaz Blak, known as Noly Blak, took to the streets of Holguín with a backpack filled with over 600,000 pesos, distributing it to the sick, homeless, elderly, and families with hospitalized children. This act of kindness was documented on his Facebook profile.
The initiative began with a generous donation from a follower. "Adriani gave me 900 dollars. I sold it to distribute among the sick, the homeless, and those in need," Noly stated at the start of his video. After exchanging the dollars for Cuban pesos, he ventured out, determined to reach as many people as possible.
His first stop was a pediatric hospital in the city, where he handed out 20,000 pesos to each parent staying with their admitted children. These families came from distant municipalities like Calixto García, Mayarí, Rafael Freire, Marcané, Cacocum, and La Viajaca, having been at the medical center for days or even weeks.
Heartfelt Stories from Hospital Corridors
Every hallway held a story. One child suffered from renal tubular acidosis and diabetes insipidus; another family was in desperate need of a medication unavailable at the hospital. "Here, 20,000 pesos, it's not much, but it's from the heart of a friend of mine," Noly told one mother.
Nighttime Generosity in the Streets
As night fell, Noly continued his mission on the streets. Elderly individuals, people with physical disabilities, Cubans scavenging for items to sell, and those queuing outside a bank received sums ranging from 5,000 to 20,000 pesos, depending on their circumstances.
A particularly touching moment occurred when Noly met a father caring for his two daughters alone. "God willing, one day we'll have a home and rest under a roof," the man remarked upon receiving assistance.
The Ongoing Commitment to Community Aid
This act was not an isolated event. For years, Noly Blak has been building a community-driven solidarity network in Holguín, entirely funded by voluntary donations from Cubans both on the island and abroad. His project, "Casas para Cuba," has successfully constructed or repaired more than 20 homes for vulnerable families, including one for a mother with four children in Cacocum.
Earlier this year, in March, the activist distributed 65,000 pesos among beggars, the elderly, and the disabled on the streets of Holguín. In April, a campaign he initiated raised over three million pesos for a family in extreme poverty, and another in May collected more than a million pesos for two brothers from the Paraíso neighborhood. In September, he highlighted the case of Gretel, a young woman with paranoid schizophrenia confined in Velasco, Gibara, whose family tearfully appreciated the assistance.
Closing the video of this charitable outing, Noly expressed gratitude to the one who made it all possible: "Adrianys, thank you for helping me help. May God bless all my followers."
Frequently Asked Questions about Noly Blak's Humanitarian Efforts
Who is Noly Blak?
Noly Blak, whose real name is Norge Ernesto Díaz Blak, is a humanitarian activist known for his charitable initiatives in Holguín, Cuba.
What is "Casas para Cuba"?
"Casas para Cuba" is a project initiated by Noly Blak, aimed at constructing or repairing homes for vulnerable families in Cuba, funded through voluntary donations.
How does Noly Blak support those in need?
Noly Blak supports those in need through direct monetary distributions, community projects like building homes, and highlighting individual cases that require assistance.