GK Alert October 22

Isabela province is in ruins
ABSCBNews.com
Gawad Kalinga (GK), a community-led sustainable habitat movement, disclosed on Tuesday that GK sites in the provinces of Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino, Kalinga, Benguet, La Union, Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur were affected by typhoon Juan…
Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/regions/10/19/10/situation-isabela-town-heartbreaking

Inspiring Change, restoring dignity
BusinessWorld Online
The greatest damage that poverty inflicts can be invisible -- these are the moral and spiritual scars that living in squalor has inflicted on the Filipino psyche. Convinced that something had to be done, Antonio P. Meloto, chairman of the Gawad Kalinga Community Development Foundation, was moved to act…
Note: Gawad Kalinga founder Tony Meloto received the Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award from Ernst & Young. Be inspired to make a difference. Learn from his story and work for greatness to achieve for others.
Source: http://www.bworldonline.com/main/content.php?id=19152

Muntinlupa City, Gawad Kalinga ink housing project
Philippine Information Agency
Manila (11 October) -- The city government of Muntinlupa and the Gawad Kalinga (GK) Community Development Foundation, Inc. has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to develop a new housing project in the city. The new housing project will rise in Barangay Putatan that will provide decent and affordable housing for rank-and-file employees of the city government…
Source: http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=12&fi=p101011.htm&no=B2

Pinay Bond girl gives back to Human Nature
PhilStar.com
She volunteered to support Gawad Kalinga as early as 2007. A few days back, she visited a community in Citi Village, Parañaque. Rachel Grant has royal blood. Her father, Baron De Longueuil, is a descendant of Lady Ernestine Maud Bowes-Lyon, first cousin of England’s Queen Mother. But Rachel didn’t mind mingling with humble folk in Gawad Kalinga…
Source: http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspxarticleId=619259&publicationSubCategoryId=70

EVENTS

GK Hope Gala Ball
Malaya Business Insight
Thanks to the invitation of my dear friends, Bobby and Tessie Rodrigo, I had the opportunity to attend Gawad Kalinga’s first Hope Ball. Dubbed as the GK Hope Gala Ball, the event that evening was held at the Peninsula Manila where, under one roof, support and "building a bridge of understanding and friendship" was achieved…
http://www.malaya.com.ph/10192010/livboysie.html

Imelda Shoes, Pacquiao gloves auctioned for GK project
ABSCBNews.com
MANILA, Philippines – Manny Pacquiao’s boxing gloves were among the items auctioned off during Friday night’s 1st Gawad Kalinga (GK) Hope Ball held at the Peninsula Manila in Makati City. The white Cleto Reyes gloves, which were autographed by Pacquiao, were among the items sold by Gawad Kalinga to raise funds for GK Villages in the impoverished province of Sulu in southern Philippines…
Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/10/09/10/imelda-shoes-pacquiao-gloves-auctioned-gk-project

Efren Penaflorida, JR

This is a gentle reminder that Efren Penaflorida will be in Portland this Sunday and Monday, October 31st and November 1st. Efren Penaflorida Jr. is the young Filipino who was honored as 2009 CNN Hero of the Year, for his Classroom Cart Project and Dynamic Teen Company. Since 1997, because of his example and leadership over 10,000 volunteers have taught poor children in slums, who have no access to regular schools.

On Sunday, he is scheduled for a meet-and-greet at St. Clare Parish Hall, 1807 SW Freeman, Portland, OR from 3-5pm.

On Monday, EF's schedule is as follows:
1) AM -- tour of Metro Portland - including Dambana
2) 2:30-3:30pm -- address students of Fowler Middle School in Tigard, 10865 SW Walnut.
3) 4-5pm -- meet-and-greet at Room #333 at Smith Memorial Student Union Bldg at PSU.

He flies off to San Diego on Tuesday AM.

For more info on Efren, check out the following links:

http://edition.cnn.com/2009/LIVING/wayoflife/03/05/heroes.efren.penaflorida/index.html

http://dynamicteencompany.org/founder/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxtOMuQRXCE&feature=related

Thank you and God Bless Always!
Dolly
"Aspire to inspire before you expire."

St. Pius X Parish- Filipino Community

What: Filipino American Cuisine & Entertainment

When: Saturday, October 23, 2010

Time: 6:00PM - 9:00 PM

Where: St. Pius X Catholic Church - Community Center

1280 NW Saltzman Road, Portland, OR 97229

Cost: $35 per Person

Proceeds benefit St. Pius X Capital Campaign

Here is a fund raising, on behalf of the Filipino parishioners of St. Pius X, that is worthwhile to look into. You can enjoy a well planned dinner with Philippine and Hawaiian dance performance.

"I believe that we have a lot to offer to both Americans & Filipinos in this event that people will enjoy and have a fun evening." Wrote Rebecca Gaerlan a member of this fund raising committee.

For details, click the flyer on the right.

Medy

CFC Youth Camp

Dear Parents and Friends in Christ:

Peace be with you!

CFC-Youth wish to invite your child/children or your friend's children to attend a youth camp on November 5,6 & 7, 2010 at Mollala Retreat, Mollala, Oregon.

The Youth Camp is the entry point to the CFC-Youth, a youth ministry of Couplesfor Christ. It is an experience that will allow your child/children the opportunity to know Jesus Christ in a personal way and build Christian friendships with other young adults both in High School and in College levels. This will be achieved through a program consisting of talks and personal sharing by our young adults, as well as fun-filled activities utilizing the talents and skills of the participants. In the process, it will enable your child/children to develop a deeper understanding of God’s love and set a foundation of unity among peers and as well as a stronger family bond.

The success of this program largely depends on your involvement, especially after the camp. Together we can help support and provide the youth the proper tools in their walk of faith and eventually have that fulfillment that is only found in Christ. In this regard, we would like to invite all parents of the participants, as well as the parents of the CFC youth service team, to join us in fellowship on the last day of the camp, Sunday, November 7, 2010 at 11:00am to be officiated by our very own Fr. Cary Reniva.

The camp fee for participants and members will be $48.00(incl. 4 meals). *Please note only snacks will be served on the first night of the camp. Registration for the youth camp will be from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. of the first night, which will be Friday, November 5, 2010.

Please have your child bring the following provisions:

*Clothes for 2 days

*Sleeping Bag, pillow, blanket and toiletries

*Writing materials such as pen and paper

*Bible

*Snacks will be provided, though they can bring their own.

We are looking forward to seeing you and your child/children at the camp. Any questions or need for additional information, please feel free to contact us. Thank you and God Bless.

In His Service,

The Couple Coordinators

Gilbert and Maryann Gaviola

CFC Youth of Oregon

JO KOY in Portland

It is a rare occasion that we get Fil-Am celebrities performing in Portland, and we actually have a fabulous comedian coming to the Aladdin Theater on October 16th.

Unfortunately, his performance is in conflict with FAAPVi's Ms. Philippines Coronation night -- however -- for those young'ns who are available and not attending the Coronation Dinner Dance, here's a GREAT OPTION, and you will not be disappointed.

Here are a couple of his clips:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYzuRfcIRAQ&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kix2oX-LlGc&feature=related

Thank you and God Bless Always!

;) Dolly