Young Focus

believes that education is the most effective way to tackle poverty!

Preschool

We provide Early Childhood Care and Development for 3-4-year-olds and give them a solid basis for enrolling in elementary school

Elementary, high school & college

We enroll children into the local schools and provide educational support and coaching through tutorials, life skills, social & creative development

School dropouts

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

Career Development

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

Social Care & Family Care

We provide individual social support and social education for all the students and their families

How you can help

Donate today!

Sponsor a student

Donate today!

Make a donation

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.

Our video…

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.

 

About getting involved…

Sponsor a student

You can sponsor a student in elementary, high school for USD 30 (PHP 1,500 / EUR 30 / GBP 25.00) a month. A student who follows college or university costs USD 60 per month (PHP 3,000 / EUR 60 / GBP 50.00).

Read more about sponsorship

Donate to one of our programs

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.

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L2L @ ISM Our Love to Learn (L2L) students had an amazing field trip at International School Manila (ISM), where they enjoyed a fun and interactive learning experience with ISM student volunteers. With 37 L2L children participating, the day was filled with creativity, teamwork, and hands-on activities. Divided into small groups, the students engaged in exciting sessions, including Film and Art workshops, where they expressed their creativity and storytelling skills. In the Cooking Workshop, they made pastillas and decorated cookies, learning teamwork and following instructions. The Swimming Activities, featuring fun water games like water polo, were a definite highlight, with lifeguards ensuring safety. Icebreaker games at the start of the day helped build friendships and excitement for the activities ahead. The day ended as they watched together the final cut of each groups film session. Their smiles and laughter showed just how much they enjoyed the day. The connection with ISM student volunteers made a lasting impact, encouraging our students to embrace learning in new ways. A huge thank you to Mr. Onur for hosting this event, to his dedicated student volunteers for guiding our students, and to Ms. Bee for assisting our team. We look forward to more enriching experiences that inspire and empower our students!Image attachmentImage attachment+6Image attachment

L2L @ ISM

Our Love to Learn (L2L) students had an amazing field trip at International School Manila (ISM), where they enjoyed a fun and interactive learning experience with ISM student volunteers. With 37 L2L children participating, the day was filled with creativity, teamwork, and hands-on activities.

Divided into small groups, the students engaged in exciting sessions, including Film and Art workshops, where they expressed their creativity and storytelling skills. In the Cooking Workshop, they made pastillas and decorated cookies, learning teamwork and following instructions. The Swimming Activities, featuring fun water games like water polo, were a definite highlight, with lifeguards ensuring safety. Icebreaker games at the start of the day helped build friendships and excitement for the activities ahead.

The day ended as they watched together the final cut of each group's film session. Their smiles and laughter showed just how much they enjoyed the day. The connection with ISM student volunteers made a lasting impact, encouraging our students to embrace learning in new ways.

A huge thank you to Mr. Onur for hosting this event, to his dedicated student volunteers for guiding our students, and to Ms. Bee for assisting our team.

We look forward to more enriching experiences that inspire and empower our students! ... See MoreSee Less

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Wow...sana all bata pa rin...for sure enjoyed mga kids...thanks YF.....nakapag pasaya na nman po kayo ng mga kids...More powers and blessings.

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Tue-Sat: 9am – 6pm

Address

284 Dayao Str., Tondo, Manila

Email

info@youngfocus.org

Phone

+63 (2)8252-8848

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