EVENTS & CAMPAIGNS
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Join us for fun activities with purpose, meet our passionate volunteers, and support the mission to end poverty in the Philippines.​
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For more event details, please contact:
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GK Miami's AD John Jarin: john@gk-usa.org
GK Houston's AD Gigi Bautista: gigibautista72@gmail.com
GK New Jersey's AD Jun Domantay: jun.domantay@gmail.com
GK RDU's AD Irene Alivio : alivioirene@gmail.com
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Visit our social media accounts for event updates​​
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Events
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GK Miami, FL
Run for GK with Maylin & John!
Jan 25
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​​This January 25, Maylin Pena and John Jarin of GK Miami, Florida are taking on a special fundraising run to support GK SIPAG, Gawad Kalinga’s youth leadership program. Through football, street football, and futsal, GK SIPAG empowers the youth to develop life skills, teamwork, and leadership while staying in school and engaged in their communities.
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By supporting their run, you’re helping create opportunities for young Filipinos in marginalized communities to grow, learn, and thrive.
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Let’s cheer on Maylin and John and stand with youth through sports!
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New Year Hope Gathering
Jan 29
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Join us for the GK USA New Year Hope Gathering, our first online gathering of the year. This conversation will set the tone for the months ahead as we reflect, welcome new leaders, and look forward together.
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Topics include
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Chairman’s Message for 2026 :The Impatient Optimist & the Flywheel in this Time of Uncertainty
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Welcoming new Board Members and Area Directors
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Upcoming GK USA events and ways to stay involved
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GK USA Immersion
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Everyone is welcome, including those new to GK.
Bring friends and family and join the conversation.
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Meeting ID: 825 7023 8240
Passcode: hope
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82570238240
GK Houston, TX
17th Annual GK Hope Ball
May 23​​
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A Flores de Mayo fundraising celebration to support education through SEED Philippines and housing initiatives through Gawad Kalinga
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Tickets & Registration
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Regular Ticket: $100
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VIP Ticket: $125​
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Payment: Send via Zelle to texasforgk@gmail.com
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RSVP / Contact
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Carol: (713) 907-8047
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Nenie: (281) 586-9825
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Gigi: (281) 701-8249
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Christine: (832) 260-2227
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GK New Jersey and GK New York
An Afternoon of Hope
May 30​​
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A festive afternoon of luncheon and dance to help build Gawad Kalinga homes for the homeless in Ormoc City, Leyte, Philippines.
Tickets
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Ticket Price: $75 per person
Note: All tickets are pre-sale only; no tickets will be sold at the door.​
Payment: Cash or Check payable to Gawad Kalinga USA​
Memo/Note: NJNYC2026
RSVP / Contact
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Jun Domantay: (201) 486-0733
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Beth Ramirez: (201) 993-4842
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Meann Rivera: (646) 281-5450
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Tet Santamaria: (201) 647-5530
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GK RDU, North Carolina
GK USA Immersion 2026 in Siargao
June 15-19
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Travel with purpose in Siargao, Philippines.
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Join the GK USA Immersion Trip from June 15 to 19, 2026 for a five day experience rooted in service, culture, and community the GK way. This immersion invites participants to serve alongside GK communities, learn from local leaders, and build meaningful connections.
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Limited slots are available.
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Whether new to GK or already part of the community, we look forward to welcoming you.
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Together, let’s make 2025 a year of hope, love, and transformation for the most vulnerable.
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This year, let us embrace the spirit of giving with a commitment to make a difference every month.
Your monthly gift becomes a lifeline for families in need, providing food, water, relief, empowerment, and protection when they need it most.
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Sign up today and make a lasting impact throughout the year.
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For Check Donations
Make checks payable to:
Gawad Kalinga USA
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For Zelle Payments
GK1World Foundation
Email: giving@gk-usa.org​​
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