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In 2025, Filipino generosity stands out: more Filipinos donated compared to both global and Asian averages — a powerful reflection of the enduring spirit of bayanihan in a country that experiences regular disasters. Giving goes beyond responding to need. It is grounded in malasakit and a deep sense of responsibility for kapwa.
Across giving pathways, charities accounted for the smallest share of total donation value. At the same time, 52% of Filipinos expressed interest in being more engaged in efforts that create positive social change. These highlight opportunities to better connect Filipinos to organized, regular channels of giving. Encouragingly, those who gave through organizations showed stronger support for local charities, signalling a strong foundation of trust to build on.
For the Association of Foundations, these insights reinforce the importance of strengthening the local charity ecosystem to fully harness this generosity. As the country’s largest network of NGOs and foundations, we focus on building the capacities of local charities to ensure regulatory compliance, communicate impact more effectively, and enhance project outcomes. By enabling organizations to operate with greater accountability, clarity, and purpose, we help translate Filipino generosity into sustained impact for Filipino communities.
How often did you give money away in 2025, either to charity, a person or family in need, or to a religious organisation?
The average proportion of income people gave to each of the three donation routes, and overall.
What would you say are the main reasons that you gave / did not give money away in 2025?
Which cause(s) did you donate to / do unpaid voluntary work for in 2025?
Of the total value of your donations to charities in 2025, approximately how much went to each of the following?
To what extent, if at all, have charities had a positive or negative impact in your local community, or have they made no difference?
For the last charity that you gave money to, how did you first find out about them?
How trustworthy do you tend to find each of these types of charities?
How could charities encourage you to donate in 2026?
Of the xx% that did unpaid, voluntary work in 2025 that benefitted people other than their family or friends, how many shifts did they do?
Think about the opportunities you have to get involved in making positive changes to society (whether locally or further afield). Which best describes your perspective?
"The Government encourages people to give to charity." Do you...
The Association of Foundations (AF) is the Philippines’ largest network of heterogeneous non-government organisations (NGOs) and foundations with over 270 reputable developmental non-profits in its roster.
Established in 1972, we have over five decades of experience in working within and beyond the sector for equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development.
Our collective mission is to continuously enhance the members’ capacities for good governance and social impact, and collaborate with other stakeholders to attain the development agenda of the Philippines.
Our work focuses on five interconnected Key Result Areas (KRAs):
I. Reinforcing Member Integrity and Accountability
II. Advancing Learning and Growth in the Non-Profit and Philanthropic Sectors
III. Driving Collaboration in the Development Ecosystem
IV. Amplifying Positive Social Impact
V. Sustaining an Institution of Excellence
We are foundations built on strength.
The Association of Foundations (AF) is the Philippines’ largest network of heterogeneous non-government organisations (NGOs) and foundations with over 270 reputable developmental non-profits in its roster.
Established in 1972, we have over five decades of experience in working within and beyond the sector for equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development.
Our collective mission is to continuously enhance the members’ capacities for good governance and social impact, and collaborate with other stakeholders to attain the development agenda of the Philippines.
Our work focuses on five interconnected Key Result Areas (KRAs):
I. Reinforcing Member Integrity and Accountability
II. Advancing Learning and Growth in the Non-Profit and Philanthropic Sectors
III. Driving Collaboration in the Development Ecosystem
IV. Amplifying Positive Social Impact
V. Sustaining an Institution of Excellence
We are foundations built on strength.
