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On the 25th of January 2023, SAI, represented by yours truly, joined the NGO Development Summit headed by the Philippine Institute of Certified Accountants (PICPA) NCR Office. The summit focused on 3 major topics and these were: 1) Compliance with Philippine Council NGO Certification, Inc. (PCNC) Accreditation Requirements, 2) Six (6) Dimensions/Areas of Evaluation, and 3) Taxation for Non-Stock Non-Profit Organization.

The topic on Compliance with Philippine Council NGO Certification, Inc. (PCNC) Accreditation Requirement was discussed by the Executive Director of PCNC, Mr. Felix A. Tonog. He talked about the history of PCNC, the top NGOs that are recognized by their organization and the compliance of NGOs to PCNC, such as the accreditation requirements. He also talked about the importance of the PCNC to NGOs and the benefits of being a PCNC-accredited organization. The Six (6) Dimensions/Areas of Evaluation topic, on the other hand, was tackled by Ms. Veronica E. Mendoza, Evaluator and Trainer of PCNC, and Ms. Concepcion B. Rasalan-Racase, CPA in Public Practice and Former Faculty in Business and Economics. They talked about knowing the purpose of an organization’s existence, the importance of leadership in an NGO, creating programs that are aligned with the organization’s purpose, collaborating with the government sector, and administrative and financial management. Last but not the least, the topic on Taxation for Non-Stock Non-Profit Organization was discussed by Ms. Rodora G. Icaranon, Managing Owner of RGI Accounting & Services and Former BIR Revenue District Officer. She explained about the Non-Stock Non-Profit NGOs, tax exemption of NGOs and the NGOs’ compliance to the Bureau of Internal Revenue.

There was so much to learn from the summit especially in terms of knowing PCNC and getting accredited and NGO governance, programs/operations and financial management.

The start of the implementation of the 2nd term learning sessions was set on January 7, 2023. The Learning Management Team and Volunteer Co-Learners prepared everything that will be needed for the learning sessions. Learners were provided with learning materials and health kits. Assessment tests were also prepared to closely monitor the learners’ performances every month. Co-Learners were given guidelines and a timeline to ensure that schedules and targets are met and sessions are fun and engaging for the learners. The 2nd term is expected to end on April 1, 2023.

On December 19, 2022, the Sr. iLead learners from Rizal and Marikina held a Community Christmas Party for 50 kids living in Reyes Libis, San Jose, Montalban, Rizal. The learners planned games and a program for this special event.

On the day, they played games with the kids and danced and sang with them. Gifts, prizes, and food added merriment to the event. Some of the Sr. iLead parents also helped in making the Christmas Party happy, safe and memorable for everybody.

The learners are thankful to SAI for the experience because it gave them the opportunity to give joy and share their love and talents to underprivileged kids like them.

SAI recently embarked on a memorable end-of-year trip to Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte last December. On the evening of December 13, 2022, the SAI team left for Pagudpud to get in time for the End-of-Year Party of the learners in Pagudpud Central Elementary School scheduled on December 14, 2022. The learners enjoyed a variety of fun activities such as dancing, singing and games. After attending the learners’ event, the SAI team prepared for the First Term Reporting by team set in the afternoon and the End-of-Year Party in the evening.

On the 15th of December, the SAI team embarked on a tour to some of the most iconic attractions in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte. The tour included stops at the Bangui Windmill, Saud Beach and Kapurpurawan Rock Formation. A stop at Vigan’s Calle Crisologo was also made possible during the trip. The team was able to experience and marvel at the beauty of the beaches and the unique rock formations of Ilocos Norte and take a walk around the famous Calle Crisologo in Vigan, Ilocos Sur.

The PCES learners’ end-of-year party, teammates’ end-of-year party and tour were such memorable experiences. They were great ways to celebrate the closing of 2022 and at the same time appreciate and enjoy the beauty of the Ilocos Region in the Philippines.

SAI has officially ended the First Term of the learning sessions last December 10, 2022. Following this success, the organisation distributed grocery packs to all of its learners across the Philippines to give additional support aside from snacks they received during the learning sessions. The grocery pack contains biscuits, canned goods and noodles. Parent Leaders participated in the activity, from recounting, rechecking and regrouping of grocery packs per number of learners per area. Lists of official learners were disseminated for ease and surety of distribution. The distribution began on December 15, 2022.

Seeing the smiles of SAI parents and learners was such a heartwarming sight. SAI appreciates their utmost cooperation all throughout the year and SAI thanks all partners and sponsors for making this additional support possible.

“With the ending of a year, it’s time to think of the new possibilities in the future.” (Anonymous)

One of the events that happened last December was the End-of-Year (EOY) Party for the learners. It was an exciting time for all because after two years of holding virtual parties, most of the learners finally attended a physical one. This kind of an event can make new memories and give the learners the opportunity to spend time with each other and just enjoy.

To see the learners enjoy the party, sing, dance, play, receive gifts & wear their creative costumes was a wonderful sight to have. Another set of memorable parties where everyone saw each other’s enthusiasm, heard laughter and experienced enjoyment became possible because of the generous hearts of so many people. We thank all our partners, sponsors, volunteers & parents for helping SAI carry out a wonderful and joyful event like this for the learners.