A shocking announcement shook social media this week after Kim Atienza — popularly known as Kuya Kim — revealed his heartbreaking decision: to give away and donate all of his late daughter Eman Atienza’s assets, collections, and personal belongings to various charitable foundations.
“I will leave nothing behind,” Kuya Kim emphatically stated in an exclusive interview. “Everything Eman left behind, we will share for the good of others. That’s where he will live on.”

Those words served as a spark for intense emotions — admiration, shock, and even doubt from the public. Within hours, Kuya Kim’s name became a trending topic in the Philippines.

Many netizens praised him, even calling him the “father of goodness .” But it’s undeniable that some couldn’t believe the gravity of his decision. “If it were me, I wouldn’t be able to do it. Every item of my son’s is a memory of the times we spent together. How can you give all that away?” said one netizen in a viral post.

The Emotion Behind the Decision

In his interview, Kuya Kim couldn’t hide the trembling in his voice. “The family and I have thought about this for a long time. This is not just an emotional decision. We prayed about it. We want to continue Eman’s good deeds, because we know that’s what she would want.”

According to him, Eman was naturally helpful — even when he was young. “He loved helping out even in small ways. He always said, ‘Dad, when I get rich, I want to build a foundation for children and nature.’ So now, we want to fulfill that for him.”

Eman’s items to give away are not just ordinary things. They include expensive gadgets, a collection of books, school supplies, and personal items with high sentimental value — memories of her childhood, personality, and dreams.

All of this will be given to selected charitable institutions: orphanages, youth foundations, environmental groups, and educational charities. One of the recipients is a youth foundation in Quezon City which issued a statement: “This is not just a donation. This is a symbol of hope. For every child we help, Eman will live.”

Public Reactions: Praise or Skepticism?

As praise poured in from the organizations that received the donations, the discussion began to heat up online. Some called Kuya Kim’s action “inspiring,” but many also asked: “Doesn’t it seem too fast? Shouldn’t there be at least a little memory left?”

In a viral tweet, a netizen wrote:

“A child’s belongings are not just material. They are your last connection with him. When you give everything away, it’s like you’ve ended that connection.”

But for Kuya Kim, his perspective is the opposite. “It’s not about loss,” he insists. “It’s about moving on. In every child I help, in every tree I plant, that’s where I see Eman. That’s where he will remain alive.”

The New Beginning: Eman Atienza Foundation

Aside from the donations, Kuya Kim also announced the establishment of the Eman Atienza Foundation — an organization that will provide scholarships for young people who cannot afford to go to school, and will support environmental projects.
“This will be Eman’s permanent memory,” said Kuya Kim. “Wherever he is now, I want him to know that his dreams of helping others are coming true.”

This news was immediately supported by several media and showbiz personalities. One of them said: “Not all parents can let go of their child’s memories. But Kuya Kim, chose to turn his illness into hope. That is true strength.”

The Controversy: Liberation or Oblivion?

Despite the praise, speculation has surfaced. Some say that this may be Kuya Kim’s way of escaping from the overwhelming grief. Others believe that he has not yet fully accepted the loss of his son.
“Maybe this is his way of escaping the pain,” a psychologist commented in a TV interview. “When the loss is so overwhelming, sometimes people want to remove all reminders — just to escape the pain.”

But Kuya Kim strongly denied it. “This is not an escape. This is an embrace. I know Eman will not come back, but I want to show the world how good he is. That is my way to keep him alive in our hearts.”

One Father, One Son, One Legacy of Goodness

Despite the questions, one thing is clear: the story of Kuya Kim and Eman has touched the hearts of the public. In every comment, every article, and every tear of netizens, one message repeatedly emerges — true love is not measured by the things left behind, but by the goodness that continues.

“I can’t bring Eman back,” Kuya Kim said at the end of the interview, “but I want others to feel the goodness he left behind. For every child who can be helped, he will remain alive.”

And with those words, the emotions of millions of Filipinos quietly erupted. Despite the pain and controversy, one clear lesson remained: a father’s love does not end with death — it becomes a guiding light for others.