ONLY $ 1 USD per meal
Most of the children come to class on empty stomachs… Click here to READ MORE...YOUNG FOCUS BELIEVES IN EDUCATION
→ We provide Early Childhood Care and Development for 3-4-year-olds and give them a solid basis for enrolling in elementary school
→ We enroll children into the local schools and provide educational support and coaching through tutorials, life skills, social & creative development
→ We motivate and prepare children and youth who have dropped out of school so that they will be able to move on to elementary, high school or college
→ We help our students on their journey to a career, build their self-confidence, train and equip them, as well as help them find work
→ We provide individual social support and social education for all the students and their families
How You Can Help
You can sponsor a child in elementary, high school or college/ university!
You can make a donation towards our preschool, the education of children, the children who dropped out of school or donate towards the family & social care programs!
See options below!
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Two Young Focus students, Salve and Ivan, share about their lives, their backgrounds, their struggles, their education, hopes and dreams.
They live in Manila’s Smokey Mountain area. In this area thousands of families rely directly or indirectly on the garbage ‘industry’. Jobs range from scavenging for recyclable materials to driving bike taxis. The average family income with these jobs is $5 USD/day. Financial constraints, as well as a lack of educational and social support, mean that many children are unable to complete their education, and in turn, are unable to break the cycle of poverty.
Education is the most powerful tool to overcome poverty for children and young adults. Young Focus therefore provides access to education, as well as the chance for children to develop themselves intellectually, emotionally and psychologically. Young Focus wants them to develop their hidden talents and reach their full potential.
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15 years working for Young Focus? More like 30!!!
“If feels so unreal to say ‘Goodbye’!” and “’Thank you’ doesn’t seem a big enough word…” These were just a couple of the thoughts as Young Focus staff expressed their love and respect to ‘Kuya Manuel’ – or ’Tatay Manuel’ – as he begins his retirement journey.
With songs and skits, laughter and tears, we recognized together just how key Manuel has been to Young Focus so far. It hasn’t only been the last 15 years of Young Focus’ presence in the Philippines. Also, for many years before, Manuel was active in student sponsorship with the families of Smokey Mountain, while Young Focus was still a very small support charity in the Netherlands, so ensuring the successful birth of Young Focus Philippines in December 2007.
“Kuya Manuel, Young Focus couldn’t have existed without you! We love you and are so very thankful for all you’ve done and for who you are!”
- Young Focus staff. 😊 ❤
Kuya Manuel, you are much love. Thank you for your gift of service and care for the YF community and anyone you meet along your way. Continue to be blessed. 💜
Tay, thank you po. I am so happy na nakilala kita sa life journey ko. Praying all the best for you. God bless you and your family. 🎉❤️
Kuya Manuel Manarang ! You are an inspiration! Thank you for giving so much of your selves all these years so others could rise up. May your joy be complete as you move into this next season
Wauw Kuya Manuel! For so many years, you are an example for many students and people (around the world). I hope and pray that many years will follow. Pagpalain ka ng Dyos!
Kuya Manuel sir Paul sa wife nya thank you Po sa lhat Ng tulong nyo samin ,God bless you Po,sending love and hugs Po.
I will never forget you Manuel Manarang! Thank you so much and have a good time. God bless you🫂🥰
Thank you so much po Kuya Manuel ☺️☺️☺️
Thank you po Sir Manuel Manarang 😇😇😇
Total salute to tatay Manuel Manarang! 🎉❤️❤️❤️
Thankyou po tay🫶
Enjoy your retirment !
Kuya Manuel Manarang 💟💟 super thank you.. alam mo na yun.. Goodluck sa mga future endeavor💟💟
maliit pa ako galing YWAM kuya Manuel na sya🤣 till nag abot pa kami sa Y.F kuya Manuel pa din sya🤣🤣.. salamat Kuya sa Paglilingkod
Great Manuel Manarang 👍👍
Thank you so much tatay Manuel
Maraming Salamat po Kuya Manuel Manarang
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Thank you Kuya Manuel Manarang
More Info
SCHOOL DROPOUTS AND STREET YOUTH IN SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS
STUDENTS IN OUR REGULAR SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
CHILDREN IN OUR PRESCHOOL
FAMILIES WE WORK WITH IN THE COMMUNITIES
Nutrition
Children from Love2Learn and YoUNgLI school dropout program receive a meal every day so that they don’t have empty stomachs in the classroom.
Young Professionals
The older students also become part of the Young Professionals Program. Here they will be prepared for society before they graduate from school. This is a special program where they learn how to write a CV, present themselves and other skills. As a Young Professional they will eventually have a guaranteed job!
Extracurricular Activities
‘Nytlyf’ is a special activity on Friday and Saturday evening where students learn new skills and develop their creative talents like dancing, music, art and writing etc.
Tutorials
All students receive tutorials. There is a strong emphasis on the mandatory tutorials children receive besides their regular education in school. In addition to life skills Young Focus teaches Math, Science and English.
Parent Area Leaders & Family Strengthening
Young Focus teaches Parent Area Leaders to teach the parents in our Family Strengthening training. ‘Family Strengthening’ is part of our Family Care program.
Get In Touch
Location: 284 Dayao Street, Balut, Tondo, Manila, Philippines
Telephone: +63 (2)8252-8848
Email: info@youngfocus.org
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.