IGNAJO Foundation stands for St. Igantius of Loyola and St. Joseph, the patron saint of workers. Established in September 2004, Ignajo was initially formed to exclusively serve ASEC workers by offering self-reliance programs such as neighborhood businesses through financial assistance. Outreach programs outside the ASEC family were eventually initiated. the foundation’s mission extends out to calamity hit areas as well.

In the succeeding years, more aggressive programs have been developed and sustained. Educational scholarships,  financial assistance, endowments, classroom and recycled chair donations, and partnerships with other non-government organizations have been formed.

Educational welfare programs continue to be the heart of Ignajo Foundation. It was and will be the storyline behind the Foundation’s journey towards building a kinder and gentler nation.

For always, Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam.

Vision, Mission, Goals and Objectives

Vision

IGNAJO aims to provide Filipino children and youth with the foundation for equal opportunities and a brighter future through education and community empowerment.

Mission

To empower families to grow and succeed through accessible education, meaningful support, and active community engagement.

Goals and Objective

All young people obtain the abilities, self-assurance and opportunity to participate fully, freely and responsibly in the life of the community. IGNAJO’s objective is geared towards the achievement of the following:

• Provide educational assistance that can serve as take off point for improving the lives of underprivileged children and youth.
• Create alternative livelihood opportunities that empower poor families and marginalized sectors to promote self-sufficiency.
• Create IGNAJO as a capable and self-sustaining organization for underprivileged children and youth, ASEC employees and their families, and the vulnerable groups and communities in general.
• Establish and strengthen alliances with civil society organizations, national government agencies, and non-government organizations, educational institutions, among others in advancing the education and welfare of Filipino children and youth, and their families.

Core Values

IGNAJO aims to empower young people with the abilities, confidence, and opportunities to become active, contributing members of society by upholding core values: empowerment, inclusivity, excellence, integrity, and collaboration.

Empowerment
We equip children, youth, families, and communities with knowledge, skills, and opportunities that enable them to realize their potential and improve their quality of life.

Inclusivity
We uphold equal opportunities and respect for all individuals, especially the marginalized, vulnerable, and underserved sectors of society.

Excellence
We strive for the highest standards of service, accountability, and program implementation to achieve meaningful and sustainable impact.

Integrity
We conduct our work with honesty, transparency, responsibility, and ethical stewardship of resources entrusted to the Foundation.

Collaboration
We foster partnerships and teamwork among beneficiaries, communities, educational institutions, government agencies, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to achieve shared goals.