A London-based charity since 2008
Helping children in the Philippines go to school
SIKAT transforms the education available to children in disadvantaged villages in the Philippines — because education is the strongest weapon in the battle against poverty.
Our mission
Investing in a child's education is the best way to help society in the future
We are a charitable trust run entirely by trustees and volunteers, with no paid staff. We link donors directly to those in need through child sponsorships, and help communities identify their own needs so they can become self-sustaining.
Learn more about usWhat we do
Our projects in Calingag
Our work focuses on the village of Calingag in Oriental Mindoro, where we support the only secondary school in the community and the region's only public library.
Build a School
Help us transform the Calingag school built from bamboo into a permanent building with proper classrooms and facilities.
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The Library
Support the only public library in the region — a place where up to 100 children a day discover the joy of reading.
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Early Learning Centre
Give children aged 1–7 a safe place to learn, play and build the confidence they need before starting school.
Find out more →Why we do it
“There are two educations. One should teach us how to make a living and the other how to live.”
— John Adams
Education is priceless in helping young people overcome the obstacles and barriers that poverty creates in life. It gives you the chance to improve your health and well-being, and a say in how your society is run. We believe every child in Calingag deserves that chance.
Support our effort
Your generosity changes lives
Every donation, however small, helps us build classrooms, stock the library and give children the education they deserve.
Latest news
News from SIKAT
Filipino Celebrations
At a cabinet meeting held on 30 May, officer in charge of Dep. Ed. Fe Hidalgo reported that there is a shortage of 6,832 classrooms in the P…
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## Honouring a Faithful Friend and Supporter of SIKAT With deep gratitude and affection, SIKAT – Helping Children Develop proudly dedicates…
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Saturday, 29 September 2012 ## SIKAT Magical Night Come and join us for a great evening full of entertainment, fun and magic for children …
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