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.
Emergency Relief for Polillo Island
Another strong typhoon hit the Philippines. Typhoon Noru (local name Super Typhoon Karding) first made landfall at Polilio Island, the main island of a group of islands in Quezon Province located in the northeastern part of the Philippines. Winds that reached
A Life Filled with Laughter
Fernando “Andy” Tinio, Jr. was an engineer by profession, but he could have been a professional pianist instead as he could play any piece by ear. Or, he could have been a comedian because he was always cracking jokes.
Having grown up in Manila, Tagalog was his
Jami for Mingo
33% of Filipino children are malnourished and stunted. Studies show that this is due to long periods of hunger and inequality of access to nutritious food. To address this concern, NVC Foundation worked to formulate a nutritious and cost-effective food product that could