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About the Foundation
History
Founded in 1989 by the Marist Fathers (Society of Mary), the Foundation of Balay Pasilungan, Inc. began as a simple refuge for boys living and working on the streets of Davao City. It has since grown into a DSWD-accredited institution offering Residential Care and Transitional Care Programs, including education, health, and psychosocial services.
For more than three decades, Balay Pasilungan has been a home of transformation — where children once forgotten rediscover love, dignity, and hope.
Mission, Vision & Goals
Mission: To provide an alternative home for boys in need through human and spiritual growth, education, and safeguarding.
Vision: A community of empowered, productive, and responsible children and youth who contribute to a compassionate and just society.
- Provide holistic care — physical, educational, emotional, and spiritual.
- Build confidence through learning and life skills.
- Reconnect families and reintegrate children safely.
- Ensure accountability and sustainability through good governance.
Governance & Safeguarding
Balay Pasilungan is guided by Marist values of mercy, compassion, and integrity. Oversight is provided by a Board of Trustees and an Executive Director supported by social workers, educators, psychologists, and house parents.
We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for abuse or neglect, with clear child safeguarding protocols, transparent financial systems, and regular audits.
Why Support Balay Pasilungan?
Balay Pasilungan provides a lifeline for street children—offering not just a shelter, but a path to healing, education, and a hopeful future. Your support directly fuels this mission.
Here's why it matters:
Transparency
Every dollar is accounted for with regular reports ensure your support goes where it matters most.
Local Impact
We work directly with local communities, plus at our local communities, one child at a time.
Safe Shelter for Children
We provide round-the-clock care, a nurturing environment and the stability children need.
Education & Health Access
Children receive formal education, healthcare and life skills to help them grow.
For over:
Get Involved
Support our mission by giving, volunteering, or partnering with us. Every act of kindness helps transform lives.
Ways to Help:
Become a Regular Sponsor
Monthly pledges of ₱500 (meals), ₱1,000 (education), or ₱2,000 (full support) make a lasting difference in a child’s life.
Make a Donation
Cash, in-kind (such as food, clothing, hygiene kits, and school supplies), and online giving.
Partner With Us
Collaborate through CSR projects, livelihood sponsorship, or institutional partnerships.
Volunteer
Offer time and talent as a tutor, mentor, or event organizer.
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Testimonials
We'd love to hear from you.
Contact Us
Whether you have questions, want to support our mission, or simply wish to connect, we're here and ready to listen. Reach out through the form below, message us on social media, or visit us in person. Every message brings us closer to building a better future for the children we serve.
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“Every child deserves a future — Balay Pasilungan lights the way with care, courage, and compassion.”