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𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘂𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗡𝗚𝗢𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗪𝗗𝗔𝘀:

Under Executive Order No. 117, DSWD-issued License and Accreditation are now sufficient for recognition of donee-institution status for SWDAs. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗗𝗦𝗪𝗗 𝗟𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗪𝗗𝗔𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗖𝗡𝗖 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲.

PCNC may still be pursued voluntarily as a seal of good governance and housekeeping.

This is a significant development in streamlining compliance processes for the nonprofit sector.

𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬
May 12, 2026

In compliance with the 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗼. 𝟭𝟭𝟳 dated May 7, 2026 titled “STREAMLINING THE ACCREDITATION SYSTEM FOR DONEE INSTITUTIONS AND DESIGNATING THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WELFARE AND DEVELOPMENT AS THE SOLE ACCREDITING ENTITY FOR SOCIAL WELFARE AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCIES, AMENDING EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 720 (2008) FOR THE PURPOSE”, the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC) shall cease receiving, processing and evaluating 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲-𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝘂𝘀 of NGOs that are licensed and accredited by the DSWD as SWDAs, effective immediately. SWDAs may, at their discretion, still pursue PCNC-accreditation as a “seal of good governance and housekeeping”.

Section 2 of the Order provides that “The Certificate of Registration and Certificate of Accreditation issued by the DSWD to SWDAs, as applicable, shall be deemed sufficient and shall be recognized by the BIR in granting donee-institution status for purposes of Section 34(H) and 101(A) of the National Internal Revenue Code, as amended.”

PCNC shall continue processing the application for accreditation and donee-institution status of NGOs that are not SWDA until the implementing guidelines of the said EO has been issued or a clarification to the contrary has been made by the BIR.

For your guidance.

Access/download Executive Order No. 117: https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/2026/05/07/executive-order-no-117-s-2026/

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗔𝗦𝗖𝗙 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁

The Asian Student Christian Foundation successfully concluded its 3-Year Strategic Planning Retreat in Baguio City, bringing together the Board of Trustees, management team, and professional staff in a collaborative process of reflection, assessment, and strategic direction-setting for the years ahead.

Throughout the retreat, the team identified organizational priorities, challenges, and strategic directions in strengthening ASCF’s work for vulnerable children, youth, and communities.

To support an evidence-informed planning process, ASCF also conducted a separate Community Situational Analysis (CSA) and internal stakeholder surveys to gather community realities, organizational insights, and strategic inputs that helped shape future priorities and directions.

We are grateful for everyone’s participation, collaboration, and shared commitment as we continue building a stronger, more responsive, and sustainable ASCF for the years ahead.

Special thanks to Mr. Rovheen Conrad Bandola, Consultant, for facilitating the retreat, and to Ms. Mary Ann Nerval for her leadership and guidance throughout the strategic planning process.

𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 | 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗡𝗚𝗢 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆

We are grateful to share that the Validation Meeting for the 2025 NGO Salary Benchmark Study was successfully conducted with participating NGOs.

This initiative aims to support more informed and data-driven decision-making across the nonprofit sector. The study is based on 2025 salary data and preliminary insights from participating organizations, with validation and finalization conducted in 2026.

We sincerely thank all participating NGOs for their collaboration, openness, and valuable contributions in strengthening the accuracy and relevance of this study.

Together, we move toward a more transparent and empowered nonprofit sector.

𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗡𝗚𝗢 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆

This initiative by is part of our continued effort to support more informed and data-driven decisions across the nonprofit sector. This study is based on preliminary insights from participating NGOs and 2025 salary data, with validation and finalization in 2026.

As we move toward finalizing the study, we’re working closely with participating NGOs to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the data through a validation process.

We’re grateful to all organizations that took part in this collaborative effort and your contribution helps build stronger, more reliable sector insights.

Together, we move toward a more transparent and empowered nonprofit community.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, Mr. Chrisler Go!

Celebrating your special day last April 4, we honor you as the Founder of , whose vision and dedication continue to shape a growing community of leaders and organizations committed to service.

Through your work as a nonprofit strategist and consultant, many are empowered, guided, and strengthened, creating ripple effects that go far beyond what we see.

May this year bring even greater impact not just for you, but for the entire nonprofit sector you so passionately serve.

𝐇𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐧!
This Easter Sunday, as we celebrate the Savior, may we be reminded of renewed hope and purpose.

At GoNonprofit, we continue to serve with compassion, uplift others, and make a meaningful difference in the lives we touch.

As we observe Holy Week, may we take time to pause, reflect, and be grateful.

At GoNonprofit, we are reminded of the heart of our work that is serving with compassion, uplifting communities, and walking alongside others in their journey.

May we continue to make a meaningful difference, one act of service at a time.

Happy World NGO Day!

Today, celebrates the dedication, resilience, and compassion of NGOs serving communities with integrity and purpose. Your commitment to children, families, and vulnerable sectors continues to create lasting impact and hope.

was founded to strengthen nonprofit organizations through governance support, capacity-building, and strategic guidance because we believe strong organizations create sustainable change.

We honor your work and stand with you in building more accountable, mission-driven, and future-ready NGOs.

Together, we make change possible.

𝗡𝗼𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽

GoNonprofit conducted a Nonprofit Manual of Operations Training and Writeshop with 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 & 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲.

As part of its capacity-building support, provides training and technical assistance to NGOs in developing, reviewing, and enhancing their Operations Manuals, with the key objective of strengthening governance and day-to-day operations through clear, compliant, and practical policies and procedures.

Our sincere thanks to the Safe Haven team, especially to 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘇𝗮 𝗘𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗮, for the warm collaboration and strong commitment to good nonprofit practice.

Thank you as well to the team — Mr. Chrisler Go, Mr. Rovheen Conrad Bandola, and Marites Alastoy for your dedication and teamwork in making this capacity-building activity possible.

𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 | 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗪𝗗𝗔 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀

October 2025 marked a milestone collaboration. The two batches of the training “Strengthening SWDA Foundations: Cultivating Core Competencies for Enhanced Service Delivery” reached 143 SWDA leaders and practitioners nationwide.

Led by GoNonprofit Philippines Resource Persons Mr. Chrisler Go and Mr. Rovheen Conrad Bandola, this training is part of GoNonprofit’s continuing work in nonprofit management, governance, compliance, and systems strengthening.

Over the years, GoNonprofit has conducted numerous trainings and capacity-building engagements, reaching and training thousands of nonprofit professionals across the country. This partnership with the Standards Bureau of DSWD is one of many steps in our commitment to strengthening organizations serving the most vulnerable.

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆

Thank you very much, Ms. Claire Goudy Henderson, and to Hands Healing Hearts Ministries, Philippines, for your trust and confidence in GoNonprofit.

We truly appreciate the opportunity to deliver an in-house, one-day training on donor relations as part of GoNonprofit’s capacity-building services for nonprofit organizations. Donor relations is a core pillar of effective fund development and sound nonprofit management.

Through this engagement, our consultant, Ms. Chrisler Go, shared practical insights on strengthening donor trust, stewardship, and sustainable funding strategies tailored to your organization’s context.

We are encouraged and excited that partnerships like this allow GoNonprofit to reach and support more regions this year.

We learned today that a personal touch is essential in donor retention. The strategies shared in the seminar will help us strengthen our relationships with supporters and show them the real impact their contributions make.

Thank you to Consuelo Foundation and Mr. Chrisler Go for making this training possible. We are now better equipped to ensure our donors feel seen, valued and appreciated. 🤍