Overview
Our mission is to raise awareness and support for the needs of communities in the Philippines, while engaging in activities here in Canada that foster pride in the Filipino culture and identity. We have been part of several projects that helped many communities in need. Starting from funds for the emergency relief due to the super Typhoon Odette, in collaboration with Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic for the #andmetoo program, and De Santos Martial Arts Foundation.
Some of our workshops include:
Trauma-informed Arnis (Filipino Martial Arts) Workshop sessions
Wellness Workshops for new comers
Explore these projects within each of our encompassing missions:
Adhika holds fundraising events to contribute to the missions and projects mentioned prior. If you want to aid in efforts to support feeding, disaster relief, and cultural education for Filipino communities in the Philippines and Canada, consider donating today!
Ongoing Projects:
Walk to Niagara Fundraising Project Adhika and De Santos Martial Arts
Adhika, in collaboration with the De Santos Martial Arts Foundation, presents a walk to Niagara! Taking place annually in September, join us on a four day walk throughout Toronto, ultimately reaching Niagara Falls. Participants are eligible to walk with us on as many days as they’d like! All proceeds go to DMAS and Adhika to support underprivileged communities. This event began in 2023 and actively continues to date.
Find out more information at https://www.desantos.ca/walk.
Kid’s Club Funding Project Adhika and Nature Kids of Siargao
Adhika continues to provide funds for the Nature Kids of Siargao, whose Kid’s Club provides social and educational activities for children who are still recovering from the trauma caused by Typhoon Odette. It takes place every Saturdays 8am-12pm for children ages 5-12 to play, learn, and grow together. As of 2022, Adhika has raised $5,000 to provide 2000 meals for 30-50 children.
Find out more information at https://www.forthefuture.org.ph/locations/nature-kids-siargao
Bugatay Elementary School Feeding Program
Adhika supports the feeding program in Bugatay Elementary School. Since 2007, Adhika provides 200 meals per year to 35 students including indigenous pupils for a total of 119 meals. We are proud to say that this program supported the first group of indigenous pupils to reach high school.
Find out more information at https://www.facebook.com/p/Bugatay-Elementary-School-102812-SDO-Cagayan-100068341363512/