The Erlinda Faderogao Gillespie Foundation (EFGF) provides targeted educational assistance programs tailored to children and young people aged twelve (12) to twenty-four (24) years old, irrespective of gender, who require support to meet their educational needs. These individuals often hail from remote and underprivileged selected areas across the Philippines.
Given the multifaceted challenges these individuals face, the EFGF serves as a vital pillar of support, specifically targeting children and young people in selected areas of the country. This support extends to:
Filipino Child and Young Person
- A Filipino child is legally recognized as an individual under 18 years old who holds Philippine citizenship or residency.
- A Filipino young person typically refers to individuals aged 13 to 24 years old in the Philippines, including adolescents and young adults transitioning into adulthood.
Economically Disadvantaged Child and Young Person
- An economically disadvantaged child or young person originates from a family or background with limited financial means, encountering obstacles in accessing fundamental necessities, educational opportunities, healthcare, and other essential services due to financial constraints.
- Economic adversity can manifest in various ways, including poverty, unstable employment, insufficient income, and limited access to social support networks. These circumstances can significantly affect the well-being, development, and future prospects of a child or young person.
Persons with Disability with the capacity to attend regular high school and college
- Persons with disabilities (PWDs) possess physical, sensory, cognitive, or developmental impairments that may impede their full and equal participation in society. Disabilities can be temporary, permanent, or episodic, impacting mobility, communication, learning, and other aspects of daily life.
- Despite their disabilities, individuals within this category demonstrate the capability to attend mainstream high school and college settings, highlighting their potential to pursue education alongside their peers.