Negrense Volunteers for Change (NVC) Foundation, Inc. was established in August 2010 in Bacolod City, Philippines, to harness the power of private citizens to create positive and lasting change in their communities, towns and cities, and our country. We believe that by pooling the energies, resources, talents, and skills of individuals, we can bring about a better future for Filipinos.
NVC focuses on providing sustainable livelihoods to disadvantaged communities, as well as child development through proper nutrition, holistic education, and a wholesome family life.
Mingoy the Mingo Bus
Pre-pandemic, Mingoy the Mingo Bus brought nutritious hot meals to communities to many parts of Negros island. And it can visit other islands (such as Iloilo) which are accessible by the RORO ferry network.
Because the Mingo Bus has an on-board kitchen, we can prepare
Early Response
Typhoon Odette made landfall in the Philippines (Siargao Island) on December 16. In the wee hours of December 17, it hit our home province of Negros Occidental. Just few hours later, the NVC Foundation team was on the field distributing Mingo Meals and water. We were one of the
Food Security to Combat Hunger
We are working towards a Philippines free from hunger and poverty. One way to address hunger and poverty is to ensure food security. Through initiatives such as the Growing Hope project, we have been helping communities gain reliable access to a sufficient quantity