Ignite: Fueling Dreams, Shaping Futures

Over the years, Mano Amiga has provided more than 2,000 scholarships to children from low-income communities. As we welcomed both new and current scholars this year, we hosted a special orientation aptly titled “Ignite” to fuel their passion for learning and reaffirm the value education holds.

We were honored to have Mr. Carlos Banaag, a generous donor and supporter to Mano Amiga’s mission, and JC Gorgonio, one of our alumni who has risen to leadership roles in his high school. Their stories of resilience, perseverance, and success were an inspiration for our scholars, proving that dreams can be achieved through education and hard work.

We would like to express our gratitude to the UST Medicine Alumni Association for graciously joining us. Additionally, we extend our thanks to our partners at PVM. Ms. Denise, Ms. Leanne, and Ms. Cheeya graced our lower school students with their presence, engaging in activities that ignited a sense of joy for learning.

Furthermore, we've opened a Scholars Club for our upper school students, creating a space for those who have a strong passion for learning and strive for academic excellence. In our first club meeting, members enthusiastically discussed the upcoming club activities, which includes leadership workshops and events that will allow them to meet the generous benefactors. They are genuinely excited about the prospects of personal growth and the chance to express their gratitude while sharing their inspiring journeys with those who have supported them.