Philippines Children's Homes
FAMILY MODEL
LifeChild Asia Foundation has recently constructed three children's homes to rescue orphans and street children from the streets of Manila and surrounding areas. We have been tremendously blessed to have the opportunities to help feed and clothe many children in this area. Many of you have already given and partnered with us in this endeavor. In recent years, we have been able to partner with other ministries to help feed children in local garbage dumps, assist in practical outreach to the poorest of the poor, and be messengers of the Gospel to the beautiful islands of the Philippines. Our children’s homes are located about 90 minutes south of Manila in Silang, Cavite.
THE VISION
LifeChild is operating an orphanage model that reflects a community of families rather than an institution.
The community currently has three homes, with room for up to three more.
Each home is supervised by around-the-clock house parents.
Each home has up to ten children to care for.
LifeChild will soon have the capability to adopt orphans to families in Western countries.
The community of families is supervised by a local board of directors, made up of local pastors, social workers, health workers, and other volunteers.
As Lifechild grows, and as our finances allow, we will also build a basketball court, security wall, and playground for the children.
COST BREAK-DOWN
The total cost to support one entire household (ten children and houseparents) is roughly $15,000 per year and includes:
Three nutritious meals a day.
Clothing – school uniforms, school shoes, play clothes, etc.
On-site nurse visits twice a week.
Vitamins and regular medical check-ups.
School supplies, school tuition, field trips, books, etc.
Utility costs and maintenance.
Allowance for house parents including salary, food, housing, and health insurance.
Lots and lots of love!
Local transportation (school, church, etc.)
WHAT WE NEED
Additional regular monthly supporters and child sponsors.
Playground equipment: $2,500
Materials to complete community basketball court: $4,000
Additional monthly support to add a 2nd social worker.
Short-term mission teams to assist with regular repairs and/or construction work.