At Oikos Helping Hand, we are dedicated to empowering underserved communities in the Philippines through sustainable initiatives that address the root causes of poverty. Our mission is to provide individuals and families with the tools they need to achieve self-reliance and a brighter future.
We believe that every person deserves access to quality education, essential skills training, and vital resources. Through our programs, we aim to uplift lives by promoting personal growth, enhancing employability, and encouraging community involvement. By focusing on holistic development, we create lasting change that empowers individuals to not only improve their own circumstances but also uplift their communities.
Our approach is built on collaboration and compassion, bringing together volunteers, donors, and community members to create a supportive network. Together, we are breaking the cycle of poverty and building pathways to a sustainable future for all.
Join us in our mission to empower communities and transform lives—because every effort counts in creating a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
How can YOU make a difference
Oikos Helping Hand addresses the urgent needs of slum communities, where poverty creates barriers to quality education, healthcare, and basic sustenance. Many residents face daily challenges that prevent them from breaking free from the cycle of poverty. Donations to Oikos Helping Hand directly fund essential programs like food distribution, educational scholarships, and livelihood initiatives that empower individuals to build a brighter future. Every contribution helps provide the resources and opportunities these communities need to thrive, turning lives around and creating lasting change.
Testimonies
Mia Lorraine H. Pedragoza (Scholar)
“Hi, I’m Mia, a proudly honor student status since preschool, and this time a proud senior high top student and best in practical research with honor!
This is beyond God’s blessings and provision in my life.
Looking back, When I was a child, my mom thought we couldn’t afford a private school, and our lives were different as we lived in my grandma’s house. Life was challenging until I became a scholar in the Oikos Helping Hand Scholarship Program. It provides a monthly allowance, easing school expenses and ensuring groceries for my family.
In my family, my mother, a single parent, works as a housekeeper to support us. As the middle child, I bear family expectations. Despite challenges, I’m in grade 11, consistently a top student, aiming to graduate and secure a bright future so I can help my mother and family too.
Through this support, I excelled in my studies, fostering a deeper relationship with God!
Being part of OHH also opened doors for community service. I serve as a volunteer teacher, in Children’s Ministry. OHH is beyond financial aid, it has been instrumental in our spiritual growth too.
Dear sponsors and teachers, here I am, testifying God’s goodness in my life. I am one of the fruits of all your hard work in supporting me and my family. Thank you!”
Quile Justin Villanueva (Scholar)
“The parents were very happy that their son improved not only in Academics, but also learned how to respect his elders especially his parents, by saying “po” (a Tagalog term to show respect to older people). He also became more helpful in household chores and very obedient. He now wouldn’t complain if he has to go to bed early because he is excited to attend School the next day.
His mother was also surprised when she found out that he can be trusted with money. The family runs a mama-shop. Since he was very good in Math and counting money, they passed the cashier’s job to him. We are so proud of him that at such a young age, he can manage their small business because he can recognize the different notes and knows the exact change to return. This would remove the chances of him being conned.
Love and concern are also given to their parents.”
Annabelle Salazar (Mother of Khier)
“Annabelle had suffered from unforgiveness towards her husband when she knew he had an affair and had a child with another woman. She was emotional disturbed and she almost gave up everything even to the point of suicide. But the Teachers counseled and encouraged her to continue her life for the sake of her son since no one will look after him if she is gone. She became emotionally stronger. Even though she couldn’t really forgive her husband in the past and still feels hurt, she had to accept the fact that her husband had left the family. But she prayed for his return since their children are still very young and needed a father figure.
After a few months, a miracle happened! He returned home. She said that she was very grateful to the Teachers because they stopped her from comtemplating suicide. She is doing fine now with her son, who is still a scholar of OHHLC.“
Alma Fe A. Penaña (Mother of Laurence)
“Since the day her oldest daughter became our scholar, she said she was very blessed to be chosen because of financial difficulty she was afraid she wasn’t able to send her daughter to School at the right age. (Poorer families send their kids to school when they have money whatever the age is. Thus in government schools, there are some overaged students.)
She is very thankful also that OHHLC regularly distributes food and used clothes. Her anxiety and problems have decreased tremendously.“
Carl Andrie Andino (Scholar)
“When he first transitioned into Primary School from our Kindergarten, he did not listen to his teacher in school, because he said he already knows what the Teacher’s topic is about, but he tries to improve, now he is also helping his teacher by helping his other classmates to understand and learn.
Clarence Jade received the Top 2 Honors award.”
Oikos Helping Hand Piggyback
“When he first transitioned into Primary School from our Kindergarten, he did not listen to his teacher in school, because he said he already knows what the Teacher’s topic is about, but he tries to improve, now he is also helping his teacher by helping his other classmates to understand and learn. Clarence Jade received the Top 2 Honors award.”
Samantha Samano
“Her mother said she is so blessed that her daughter Samantha Samano had her foundations from Oikos Helping Hand Learning Center.
It is very important to learn not only the basics, but much more the foundation of character building. Samantha has a potential as a leader in her school, the teacher is proud of her. Now Samantha graduated in Primary 6, she is ranked Top 6 in her school and received the Most Trustworthy Award.“
Ellah Princess Baldado
“Teachers said that Ella Princess from the start until now has continuously good behavior, and that she is also ranked Top of the School (both in 2017 and 2018).
She easily gets along with others. The teachers assigned her as a leader in the school because she is the role model, smart and humble.“
