Philippines is a third world country. We are behind in terms of economies but personally I take pride in the Filipinos genuine concern for one another.

Gawad Kalinga's success in improving the quality of life of thousands of poor families in the Philippines is a living testimony of our innate compassion for the needy. They exist not to promote mendicancy and indolence but to inculcate self-reliance and self-sufficiency in every Filipino household. This NGO has become a model of other organizations both local and international in terms of sustainable development programs.

GK believes that Filipinos can help themselves in alleviating their life conditions in a very personal and meaningful way. I'm proud that I have been able to contribute my time and resources to their cause in the past. I intend to commit more in the future.