(SFCAI) started as a dream – a dream shared by a group of people seriously concerned of the total development of the community, and by the local government of Sigma envisioning a civil society organization that would eventually help in preserving and promoting the culture and traditional art of its people, a dream to realize the phrase in the vision statement of the Municipality, “Sigmahanons prou
d of their culture identity”
In 1996, moved by this vision, the Local Government under the administration of Mayor Gaudencio Q. In February 26, 1999, recognizing the need to provide the composition and functions of the SMCCA pursuant to SB Resolution No. 36-S-1996, then Mayor, Roberto R. Sualog issued Executive Order No. 2. Which paved the way for the SMCCA to become functional. The council is composed of representatives from the Local Government Unit, academe, Non-Government Organizations, People’s Organizations, religious and business sectors. In July 2000, adhering to the Executive Order and to ensure viability and sustainability, SMCCA was converted to an independent institution now know as the Sigmahanon Foundation for Culture and the arts, Inc. (SFCAI), a duly registered NGO with the Securities and Exchange Commission. VISION
Sigma as the premier culture and the arts center and destination in the Province of Capiz
MISSION
Rediscover, preserve, and promote Philippine cultural heritage with emphasis on the Sigmahanon culture and arts toward a vibrant culture based economy. Compiled and published books on the history, traditions and the arts of Sigma.
2. A self-sustained and continuing programs on culture and the arts
3. Organized a pool of artists in music, dance, visual arts, theater, literature, architecture, and artisans in traditional crafts.
4. Mobilized resources through trainings, workshops, exhibits, festivals, shows, concerts, and marketing of local and traditional arts and crafts, and grant sourcing.
5. Promoted Philippine cultural heritage.
6. SFCAI as a pro-active culture and arts organizations.
