Testimonies of Our Partners

In the 1980s, when the Philippine NGO community faced challenges in accessing international development funds, the Assisi Development Foundation, Inc. (ADF)—led by its Founder and Chairperson, Ambassador Howard Q. Dee—took the initiative to address this issue. In 1985, ADF, together with four other Philippine NGO networks, engaged the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) in discussions to increase Canadian funding support for NGO activities in the country. This ef

As Assisi Development Foundation (ADF) marks its 50th anniversary, we at Pondo ng Pinoy Community Foundation are deeply grateful for our enduring partnership, founded on our shared Catholic faith and mission to uplift the poor. This divine collaboration has been instrumental in guiding countless individuals toward their fullest human potential. Our journey together began when His Eminence Gaudencio B. Cardinal Rosales, D.D., founder of Pondo ng Pinoy, and Ambassador Howard De

Since 2002, the Assisi Development Foundation, Inc. (ADF) has been accredited by the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC), demonstrating its unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and good governance. For over two decades, ADF has consistently undergone PCNC’s rigorous accreditation process—not only to maintain its donee institution status with the Bureau of Internal Revenue but, more importantly, to uphold the highest ethical standards in the NGO s

First of all, congratulations on your Golden Anniversary, ADF! As the Association of Foundations (AF) celebrated its 50th year two years ago, it brings us great joy to see an AF member reach the same milestone. You are an invaluable partner of the Association of Foundations. I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of one million to the AF endowment fund. While AF is now the largest network of NGOs and foundations, with over 250 members, our socialized annua

The partnership between Misereor and the Assisi Development Foundation (ADF) dates back to 2003. It is, by now, a long-lasting partnership. Over the years, both organizations have shared experiences and overcome challenges, including the global COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the difficulties, ADF demonstrated creativity, innovation, and dedication to ensuring that no one was left behind during this time. From its inception, ADF has been committed to implementing the Indigenous Ri