

Education will help break the cycle of poverty that has
trapped many Filipino families for generations. Through financial
contributions, in-kind and/or material donations as well as
collaborative efforts between local volunteers and Filipinos living
overseas, READ Philippines seeks to implement the following programs.
Adopt A School
- - This program has three components: (1) Books for Classrooms and
Libraries, (2) Technology for Learning, and (3) Classroom Supplies.
Books
for Classrooms and Libraries - Many poor and remote
areas in the Philippines do not have adequate books in their classrooms
and public libraries. READ Philippines will assist in providing
educational materials for school classrooms in disadvantaged
neighborhoods. Public libraries in remote rural areas also qualify for
support under this program.
Technology
for Learning - READ Philippines will help
schools in poor neighborhoods enhance teaching and learning by providing
new or used computers, printers and educational software programs.
Classroom Supplies
- READ Philippines will provide basic classroom supplies such as
notebooks, writing paper, pens and pencils, crayons, etc.
Special Projects
- - Upon approval of Trustees, READ Philippines will implement
special projects that (1) provide scholarship aid to deserving students, 2) facilitate access to educational resources by a
large number of beneficiaries, (3) promote literacy through reading, and (4) other educational programs that benefit poor Filipino children.
Emergency
Relief - In times of natural disasters in the Philippines
(earthquakes, typhoons, landslides and similar catastrophes), READ Philippines will provide emergency relief to communities in need by
coordinating shipments of used clothing and other basic necessities to
communities in need.