484860 PHP Mysql editing

Website is using a custom built CMS. Need some script tweaking so that some fields which show up in the backend are properly showing up on the front end. I have a selection of projects showcased that are related to other projects in the DB, in the backend, there are checkboxes next to the related projects. The checkboxes are properly checked and staying checked, on the front end, they are not showing in the "related projects" section. Should be a quick fix.