"Poverty is not a lack of resources, but a lack of caring and sharing."

Though you may never have experienced being homeless, hungry or hopeless, global poverty affects us all. Widespread crime and terrorism, poor waste management and environmental degradation are just some of the global issues we all face, and they are all caused by poverty!

The GK solution to end poverty for a family, and eventually for a whole community begins with dignity restoration and values transformation. GK is NOT just about building homes -- more importantly, it is about empowering every GK resident to build a bright future for his family. Today, Gawad Kalinga is working with over 2,000 communities, transforming slums into peaceful and productive communities. Though it started in the Philippines, the GK template is now being replicated in other developing nations like Papua New Guinea, Cambodia and Indonesia

No, this not a dole-out. If the solution to eradicating poverty was that simple, then our problem wouldn’t be as massive as it is now. GK’s work is ultimately about empowering the beneficiaries and building beautiful, productive and healthy communities, though a more difficult path to take, the GK solution is sustainable.

The poor need people who can share their talents, resources, time and hearts. We need you because the poor needs you. We believe that you are an integral part of the solution because the hero within you is waiting to love and serve. And it is heroes like you that can make a difference. Today.