The Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko (translation "My Brother's Keeper") Foundation assists indigent Filipinos with their needs through multiple avenues. One of the foundation's main means of assisting is through the longest running public service television program in the Philippines, from its namesake Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko. It is also the first television program in the country to use sign language interpretation for the deaf.
For over four decades Kapwa Ko, Mahal Ko, Philippine television's most durable medical-social service program, has provided the means by which kind-hearted groups and individuals can come to the rescue of desperate and indigent patients. It has also been effective in raising awareness about preventable diseases while giving medical assistance. For more history, click here.
When the program first went on the air in 1975, TV was so unlike the digital high definition medium it is now. While the program is still on the air on free TV on GMA channel 7 in the Philippines, it can also be watched online on our Youtube channel.
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ONLINE APPEALS
Get to know our indigent patients needing medical assistance, who are unable to do a television appeal. Do you want to help us help them? Click here.
patients helped by people like you
Follow the story of some of our patients. See where they are now and how they were assisted. Inspired to give indigent Filipinos a better chance at life? Click here.
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batang K Program
In 1993 when project “Batang Kapwa” or “Batang K” was conceived, more than 200 cases of cancer were discovered each day in the Philippines. Seven of these 200 cases were children below the age of ten. For those born to families that have the means to avail of the services of private doctors and hospitals, the chances of survival are high. With donors' help, we can give these children from indigent families a similar chance at survival.
While most still considered cancer as a death sentence, modern medical science had already found ways to arrest the growth of certain types of cancers in children. Treatment may take months or years, but the chances of survival are good.
Batang K program does more than drum up financial support for cancer patients belonging to these families. Through counseling and learning activities, Batang K helps them cope with the disease through patience, perseverance and faith. The program has later on expanded to include those suffering with serious diseases other than leukemia. Through the years, a lot of our Batang K were able to survive ALL and have led normal lives since then.
We believe that art is a great way to raise awareness and keep conversations going about how cancer patients from indigent families coping with ALL and other related disorders. We have thus launched Buhay Na Makulay (literal translation of "Colorful Life").
As the name speaks for itself, the Buhay Na Makulay project brings color to the life of children afflicted with ALL and other related diseases. It is a series of art workshops that we hold every summer to help cancer patients express themselves, tell their story, and hone their talent despite their illness. Various art groups such as the Angono Artist Association, Lakan Sining ng Bulakan and Lakbay Sining have been mentoring our Batang K beneficiaries through these classes. With the help of sponsoring agencies, our Batang Ks were able to showcase their art works through different exhibits. Through the years, these exhibits helped raise funds for the Batang Ks’ medical and other support needs.
Through the facebook fanpage, you will be able to view the paintings especially made by our Batang Ks. You may purchase or sponsor these paintings from the comforts of your home. Each painting sold or sponsored will help these children with their medical treatment, and help us conduct more outreach and support activities.
Buy a painting, help our Batang K survive ALL… and help save lives.
While most still considered cancer as a death sentence, modern medical science had already found ways to arrest the growth of certain types of cancers in children. Treatment may take months or years, but the chances of survival are good.
Batang K program does more than drum up financial support for cancer patients belonging to these families. Through counseling and learning activities, Batang K helps them cope with the disease through patience, perseverance and faith. The program has later on expanded to include those suffering with serious diseases other than leukemia. Through the years, a lot of our Batang K were able to survive ALL and have led normal lives since then.
We believe that art is a great way to raise awareness and keep conversations going about how cancer patients from indigent families coping with ALL and other related disorders. We have thus launched Buhay Na Makulay (literal translation of "Colorful Life").
As the name speaks for itself, the Buhay Na Makulay project brings color to the life of children afflicted with ALL and other related diseases. It is a series of art workshops that we hold every summer to help cancer patients express themselves, tell their story, and hone their talent despite their illness. Various art groups such as the Angono Artist Association, Lakan Sining ng Bulakan and Lakbay Sining have been mentoring our Batang K beneficiaries through these classes. With the help of sponsoring agencies, our Batang Ks were able to showcase their art works through different exhibits. Through the years, these exhibits helped raise funds for the Batang Ks’ medical and other support needs.
Through the facebook fanpage, you will be able to view the paintings especially made by our Batang Ks. You may purchase or sponsor these paintings from the comforts of your home. Each painting sold or sponsored will help these children with their medical treatment, and help us conduct more outreach and support activities.
Buy a painting, help our Batang K survive ALL… and help save lives.
Visit our Facebook fan page: Batang K - Buhay na Makulay
Batang k 2019 christmas party
batang k christmas party
On December 8, 2018 Kapwa Ko Mahal Foundation hosted its annual Christmas party for the participants of the Batang Kapwa (BK) program -- a program that gives psychosocial support to 40 children suffering from Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL). BK members and their parent companions traveled from near and far to eat, sing, dance and play together with fellow BK members.
The President of the foundation, Orlando S. Mercado, shared that although cancer is a serious disease, if chemotherapy is continued until the end, prognosis is good. The Executive Director, Margo D. Mercado, reemphasized the commitment of the foundation to assist for all long as we can.
Former BK member Dandel Nobio gave not only a gift pack but also an inspiring message of hope. She expressed, "Alam natin lahat tayo'y gagaling and gagraduate din. Magiging katulad ninyo ako. Yan ang haba ng hair ko... Huwag ninyong kalimutan magpray [We know that we will all graduate. You, too, will become like me. Look at my long hair... Don't forget to pray.]"
On this special occasion, 9 children graduated from the program and are considered cancer free as per Department of Health program. They are Mel Rio Asuncion, Mark Louise Bautista, learish Cayetano, Princess de Guzman, Trisha Mae Lopena, Juris Mongas, Nathalie Navarro, Vince Sesno and Richienita Torrejos.
Thanks to many sponsors, the Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko Foundation is able to continue to assist these children. The sponsors this year are as follows: Atty. Ana Lea Uy, Bobby del Rosario, Cirina Go, Mr. & Mrs Constant Flores, Ellinwood Malate Church, Eliz & Liezel Villamen, Erwin & An Ria Recuenco, Gabie Desales, GMA 7 Cooperative, Jenny Ong, Jing Santos, Jollibee Sct. Tobias Branch, Gloria Dy Sun Foundation, Joan & Pheng Concepcion, Dr. Marlyn Contado, Dr. Mavic Vasquez, Michelle Pedrosa, Patrick Legaspi, Patsie Leviste, Raeven Formentos, Samantha Formentos and Friends, Susan Mora, Dr. Susy Pineda Mercado, Tru Serv Marketing, Atty. Tonnete Velasco, Vic & Nelly Madamba, and Yakult Philippines.
The President of the foundation, Orlando S. Mercado, shared that although cancer is a serious disease, if chemotherapy is continued until the end, prognosis is good. The Executive Director, Margo D. Mercado, reemphasized the commitment of the foundation to assist for all long as we can.
Former BK member Dandel Nobio gave not only a gift pack but also an inspiring message of hope. She expressed, "Alam natin lahat tayo'y gagaling and gagraduate din. Magiging katulad ninyo ako. Yan ang haba ng hair ko... Huwag ninyong kalimutan magpray [We know that we will all graduate. You, too, will become like me. Look at my long hair... Don't forget to pray.]"
On this special occasion, 9 children graduated from the program and are considered cancer free as per Department of Health program. They are Mel Rio Asuncion, Mark Louise Bautista, learish Cayetano, Princess de Guzman, Trisha Mae Lopena, Juris Mongas, Nathalie Navarro, Vince Sesno and Richienita Torrejos.
Thanks to many sponsors, the Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko Foundation is able to continue to assist these children. The sponsors this year are as follows: Atty. Ana Lea Uy, Bobby del Rosario, Cirina Go, Mr. & Mrs Constant Flores, Ellinwood Malate Church, Eliz & Liezel Villamen, Erwin & An Ria Recuenco, Gabie Desales, GMA 7 Cooperative, Jenny Ong, Jing Santos, Jollibee Sct. Tobias Branch, Gloria Dy Sun Foundation, Joan & Pheng Concepcion, Dr. Marlyn Contado, Dr. Mavic Vasquez, Michelle Pedrosa, Patrick Legaspi, Patsie Leviste, Raeven Formentos, Samantha Formentos and Friends, Susan Mora, Dr. Susy Pineda Mercado, Tru Serv Marketing, Atty. Tonnete Velasco, Vic & Nelly Madamba, and Yakult Philippines.
GMA G.i.v.e.s. christmas party with bATANG k
On December 13, 2018 the employee volunteer group of GMA (GMA G.I.V.E.S.), celebrated the season with our Batang Kapwa (BK) members for the second time. This volunteer group guides, interacts, volunteers, educates, and serves (G.I.V.E.S.) their target beneficiary of choice.
These children suffering from Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) played games with actor Migo Adecer. After singing a song, Adecer expressed how he was looking forward to seeing them all again. Reality Talent of Bet ng Bayan, Hannah Precilla, also serenaded them with a fun Christmas song. A few of the children spontaneously joined the fun and stood up to dance with her.
Orlando S. Mercado, President of the Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko Foundation, iterated that aside from the medical treatments, getting together to exchange stories, experiences and advises is also important. He also emphasized that for the children, this experience is what is called "Character Building".
Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Communication of GMA, Angel Javier-Cruz, joined the celebration with other volunteer employees as they watched an episode of the tv drama fantasy series Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko [lit. My Grandmother is Better than You]. The celebration was filled with food, games and prices. This afternoon was capped with the interaction of the children with Santa Claus.
These children suffering from Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) played games with actor Migo Adecer. After singing a song, Adecer expressed how he was looking forward to seeing them all again. Reality Talent of Bet ng Bayan, Hannah Precilla, also serenaded them with a fun Christmas song. A few of the children spontaneously joined the fun and stood up to dance with her.
Orlando S. Mercado, President of the Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko Foundation, iterated that aside from the medical treatments, getting together to exchange stories, experiences and advises is also important. He also emphasized that for the children, this experience is what is called "Character Building".
Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Communication of GMA, Angel Javier-Cruz, joined the celebration with other volunteer employees as they watched an episode of the tv drama fantasy series Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko [lit. My Grandmother is Better than You]. The celebration was filled with food, games and prices. This afternoon was capped with the interaction of the children with Santa Claus.
bATANG K IN idol sa kusina
Twenty Batang K members and parent companions were the audience of the GMA News TV show Idol sa Kusina, a cooking show hosted by Master Chef Pablo "Boy" Logro with cohost Chynna Ortaleza. With celebrity guest Vaness Del Moral, the children and their parent companions watched a television show taping and got to learn how to cook an Indonesian noodle soup with tofu, chicken strips and egg called Soto Ayam. During the tapping, excitement of the children and adults could not be contained as they tasted the delicious dish. Before the fun-filled afternoon ended, the children and their parents were allowed to interact with their cooking idol and celebrity idols. This weekly show airs every Sunday at 7:00 pm. The segment aired on September 23, 2018. To watch the segment, click here. https://www.gmanetwork.com/entertainment/tv/idolsakusina/videos/#86639
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