Stories from Partners
National University–Asia Pacific College Donates 175 Armchairs to Macabud National High School

October 10, 2026 — Good Neighbors Philippines, in partnership with National University–Asia Pacific College, donated 175 armchairs, along with paint, paintbrushes, and rollers, to Macabud National High School to help provide students with a more comfortable and conducive learning environment.

The initiative benefits 175 high school students, addressing the school’s need for adequate classroom seating, particularly as it serves a community in a remote, upland area.

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Unimeds Drugstore and Good Neighbors Philippines Donate Medicines to Prieto Diaz RHU Amid Rising Dengue Cases

October 9, 2026 - In response to rising dengue cases in the municipality, Good Neighbors International Philippines, through its Prieto Diaz Community Development Project (CDP), partnered with Unimeds Drugstore to donate 100 bottles of Paracetamol Hyfer-250 to the Prieto Diaz Rural Health Unit (RHU).

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A Brighter Start: Sun Life Foundation Provides Back-to-School Kits to 36 Young Learners

For young children, starting a new school year comes with excitement, new experiences, and plenty of things to prepare. But for families, getting all the essential school supplies can also be an added financial burden.

On September 16, 2026, Good Neighbors Philippines distributed back-to-school kits to 36 pupils of Sagrada Familia Child Development Center (SF CDC), all four years old, with support from the Sun Life Foundation.

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The Big One: Training of Trainers Strengthens Community Disaster Preparedness

From September 14 to 16, 2026, Good Neighbors Philippines conducted The Big One: Training of Trainers, a three-day capacity building activity that equipped school personnel and disaster response partners with practical knowledge and skills in disaster preparedness, response, and community resilience.

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Extending Care and Hope: Good Neighbors Philippines Provides Food Support to Families Affected by Typhoon Neneng and Habagat

When disaster strikes, having food on the table becomes an immediate concern for families already facing uncertainty.

Following the impact of Typhoon Neneng and the succeeding Southwest Monsoon (Habagat), Barangay San Isidro in Rodriguez, Rizal experienced flooding in low-lying areas and landslides in upland communities. The Municipality of Rodriguez was placed under a state of calamity on August 10, 2026, as communities dealt with the severe effects of the weather disturbance.

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₱4.1 Million in Livelihood Assistance Turned Over to Beneficiaries in Prieto Diaz, Sorsogon

11 September 2026 - A total of ₱4.1 million in livelihood assistance was turned over to 35 individual beneficiaries and one cooperative in Prieto Diaz, Sorsogon through the Department of Labor and Employment’s (DOLE) Integrated Livelihood Program (ILP), marking another milestone in the partnership between DOLE and Good Neighbors Philippines.

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Literacy Opens Doors: Creating Better Opportunities for Every Child and Young Person

On International Literacy Day, we  are reminded that learning is more than knowing how to read and write. It is about having the knowledge, skills, and confidence to participate, make informed choices, pursue opportunities, and build a better future.

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Finding Direction, Building Leaders: 90 Young People in Tingloy Take the Lead

For many young people, knowing what they want to do in life is not always easy.

Questions about school, careers, relationships, personal goals, and the future can feel overwhelming, especially when opportunities for mentorship, career guidance, leadership development, and youth participation are limited.

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Building Businesses, Strengthening Livelihoods in Prieto Diaz

Livelihood support goes beyond providing tools and resources. It also means helping people gain the knowledge and confidence to build something that can last.

On August 18 and 19, 2026, Good Neighbors Philippines’ Prieto Diaz Community Development Project conducted a two-day capacity-building activity for beneficiaries of the GNIP-DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program (ILP).

The activity brought together 35 individual beneficiaries and representatives of SEAMANCOR Eco-Developers Inc., including members of its Board of Directors and officers.

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Bringing a World of Stories to Tingloy

For many Filipino children, learning does not end when the school bell rings. But without access to books, technology, and other learning resources outside the classroom, opportunities to strengthen essential literacy skills can be limited.

Recent results from the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) highlight the urgency of improving literacy in the Philippines. Only 15% of Filipino students reached the minimum proficiency level in reading, underscoring the need for stronger and more accessible literacy support.

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From Car Service to Classrooms: Hyundai and Good Neighbors Philippines Bring “Service With a Heart” to Tarlac

For the second year of Service With a Heart, Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH) once again partnered with Good Neighbors Philippines to help create better learning opportunities for children in underserved communities.

This year, the initiative will benefit the learners of Maasin Community Elementary School in San Clemente, Tarlac, where 51 students are currently enrolled, 42 of whom primarily belong to the Aeta community.

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From Functional Tent to Birthing Facility: A Shelter That Gave Hope

When a powerful earthquake struck Mindanao, communities in Sarangani faced damaged homes, disrupted public services, and limited access to essential facilities.

As part of its emergency response, Good Neighbors Philippines provided relief assistance to affected families, including food and essential non-food items. GNPH also provided functional tents to support hospitals whose facilities had been damaged or were no longer sufficient to meet the needs of the community.

In Sarangani, one of these tents was transformed into a birthing facility.

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Robi Domingo Shares Why The Good Badge Is More Than Just a Keepsake

What if a small badge could represent something much bigger than itself?

Television host and Good Neighbors Philippines Ambassador Robi Domingo recently introduced the Good Badge, a simple yet meaningful fundraising item that symbolizes hope, kindness, and collective action.

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From Korea to Hagonoy to San Isidro: Three Days of Partnership, Compassion, and Community

August 3, 4 & 6, 2026 - Some of the most meaningful partnerships are built not in meeting rooms, but through shared experiences, conversations, and hands-on action.

For three meaningful days, Hagonoy and San Isidro welcomed a group of Korean visitors who traveled to the community to better understand the lives of sponsored children and see firsthand how Good Neighbors Philippines works with communities to create lasting change.

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Good Neighbors Philippines Honored for Advancing Disaster Resilience in Surigao del Norte

Good Neighbors Philippines (GNPH) has been honored with two Plaques of Appreciation from local government partners in Surigao del Norte, recognizing the organization's unwavering commitment to disaster risk reduction, management, and community resilience.

The recognitions, received during the observance of National Disaster Resilience Month 2026, highlight the organization’s continued partnership with local government units in strengthening disaster preparedness and promoting sustainable community development across the province.