06/03/2026
🏠Mabuhay! We are delighted to welcome you to the official page of the Doña Erlinda Garbosa y Falsis Site, a Gawad Kalinga village located in Brgy. San Nicolas, Tapaz, Capiz.
Our village is more than just a collection of homes; it is a sanctuary of restoration born from the resilience of families who survived Typhoon Yolanda. Through the unwavering support of the Gawad Kalinga Foundation and our dedicated global partners, we have transformed a site of calamity into a thriving community of hope.
🤝 Who We Are: The Kapitbahayan
At the core of our village is the Kapitbahayan (KB)—a family of neighbors who believe that "neighbor" is a verb. We are a community bound together by a shared commitment to dignity, mutual respect, and the belief that no one should ever be left behind.
⚖️ Our Governance and Values
To ensure our village grows sustainably and stays true to its mission, we are led by KB Governance. This is a self-reliant leadership model where the residents themselves act as stewards of the community's peace and progress. Every member of the Kapitbahayan stands by these five sacred tenets:
Bayanihan: Moving as one for the common good.
Padugo: The spirit of selfless sacrifice.
Walang Iwanan: A commitment to leave no one behind.
Para sa Diyos at Para sa Bayan: For God and Country.
Una sa Serbisyo, Huli sa Benepisyo: Service first, reward last.
We invite you to follow our journey as we continue to build a future rooted in faith, hard work, and the spirit of Bayanihan. Together, we are proving that poverty can be ended when we care for one another.