CRS Philippines

CRS Philippines Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community.
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CRS Philippines was established in 1945 and is the longest-running CRS country program in the world. CRS Philippines’ work currently focuses on climate change adaptation, community-based savings, disaster risk reduction, emergency response, homes and communities, social cohesion and justice, and women and youth empowerment. The Philippines country program has more than a hundred staff with a main

office in Manila and sub-offices in Davao and Cotabato. CRS programs are implemented through a national network of partners in close coordination with local, municipal, and national government agencies. For more information, please follow this page or log on to our website https://www.crs.org.

08/09/2026

The first ever International Day of Indigenous Women and Girls was celebrated on September 5, 2026.

Today, we recognize Jena Lagunday, a proud community member of the Bukidnon Higaonon Tribal Association (BUHITA) in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon.

She is among the many indigenous women and girls who is at the forefront of sustaining the BUHITA Ancestral Domain, while cultivating their livelihoods with utmost care and respect for the environment.

We at Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Philippines remain steadfast in our commitment to safeguard the traditions, rights, and dignity of indispensable community champions, like Jena.

Clean air is a basic human right. This International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Phi...
07/09/2026

Clean air is a basic human right.

This International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Philippines recognize the shared responsibility of building a healthy and thriving community.

As stewards of God’s creation, let us continue making positive change for our home so we can enjoy cleaner air and bluer skies in the generations to come. 🍃⛅️

Families in Compostela, Cebu still live with the devastations caused by Typhoon Tino (International Name Kalmaegi), afte...
06/09/2026

Families in Compostela, Cebu still live with the devastations caused by Typhoon Tino (International Name Kalmaegi), after torrential rains triggered flash floods and the overflow of the Cotcot River on November 2025.

Yesterday, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Philippines’ Early Recovery for Infrastructure, Shelter, and Economic Support in the Philippines (Early RISE PH) project, together with Cebu Caritas Inc., visited Estaca, one of the hardest-hit barangays, to listen to the community’s stories of struggle and persistence.

During the focus group discussion, community members recounted how floodwaters engulfed their homes, while fisherfolks narrated how the disaster disrupted their livelihoods. These insights will inform the Early RISE PH’s direction on how relief can be best delivered to the most affected households.

The team also paid a courtesy visit to the Barangay Local Government Unit to share how the project aims to support the community’s continuous recovery.

This year-long US Government-funded project provides an integrated shelter, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), and livelihood recovery assistance through infrastructure and capacity building for better disaster preparedness, improved resilience, and stronger self-reliance in Cebu, Catanduanes, and Albay.

We would also like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Brgy. Kagawad Leonida Gestofa for guiding us in this community visit.

Today, we join the global community in observing the first International Day of Indigenous Women and Girls!Catholic Reli...
05/09/2026

Today, we join the global community in observing the first International Day of Indigenous Women and Girls!

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Philippines celebrate and recognize these indispensable community pillars, whose leadership, knowledge, and strength enrich our mission to uphold the sacredness of our home.

Their experiences and expertise in protecting ancestral domains, restoring nature, and cultivating culture allow CRS to facilitate meaningful and lasting change on the ground.

Together, let us take a moment to reflect on the rights, resilience, and leadership of our Indigenous Women and Girls.

Photo by Kin Galas of the Philippine Eagle Foundation

LOOK: Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Philippines’ Innovative Carbon Financing - Philippines Carbon Finance Pilot (Carbon...
03/09/2026

LOOK: Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Philippines’ Innovative Carbon Financing - Philippines Carbon Finance Pilot (Carbon Pilot) project strengthened the grounding of its Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) system through a session on Simple Measurement of Indicators for Learning and Evidence‑based Reporting (SMILER) framework in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon on August 26-28, 2026.

Attended by project teams from CRS and our local implementing partner, the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF), the session focused on reviewing and refining key MEAL components, such as the Results Framework and the Feedback and Response Mechanisms, among others, to create an informed foundation for the Carbon Pilot’s MEAL Operating Manual.

The activity is the first in a series of sessions that aim to establish a practical and responsive MEAL system.

Through these, the Carbon Pilot ensures effective project implementation, evidence-based decision-making, accountability, and continuous learning.

02/09/2026

LISTEN IN: Usapang Kapayapaan: Normalization sa Bangsamoro is now live on 882 kHz DXMS Radyo BIDA and the DXMS Radio Bida and CRS Philippines pages!

Tonight’s discussions will focus on BARMM’s first parliamentary elections.

This radio program is made possible by the collaboration between CRS Philippines' Peace Accords Matrix-Mindana (PAM-M) project and its civil society organization (CSO) partner, Kutawato Multimedia Network (KuMuNet).

Catholic Relief Services Philippines, through its Forest Flavors Project, in partnership with Yakap Kalikasan, DTI Phili...
02/09/2026

Catholic Relief Services Philippines, through its Forest Flavors Project, in partnership with Yakap Kalikasan, DTI Philippines, DA-ATI, CENRO, TESDA Isabela Province, and the municipal agriculture offices, conducted a Training of Trainers on Coffee-based Regenerative Agriculture and Agroforestry Level II from August 17–21, 2026, at the Valdez Integrated Farm and Learning Center, in Isabela Province.

Designed to address critical knowledge gaps and support the Isabela Provincial Coffee Road Map, the five-day hands-on program provided comprehensive instruction across the value chain, from nursery establishment to harvesting and processing. Upon completion, certified participants drafted technology-transfer action plans for their home communities to elevate bean quality and tap into growing market demand for coffee as a high-value export crop.

CRS continues to work alongside government agencies to support smallholder coffee farmers through capacity building, agroforestry, and value chain development.

Today, we join the nation in commemorating National Heroes’ Day.CRS Philippines honors the historic sacrifices that mold...
31/08/2026

Today, we join the nation in commemorating National Heroes’ Day.

CRS Philippines honors the historic sacrifices that molded our nation, and the tireless efforts that continue to shape it—from the fearless Katipuneros to the daily heroism of our partners in disaster and crisis response, climate action, peacebuilding, and institutional strengthening.

We honor the heroism that makes holistic Filipino resilience a reality.

Huge congratulations to the Municipality of Pateros for finalizing their Primary Care Providers Network (PCPN) Manual! 👏...
28/08/2026

Huge congratulations to the Municipality of Pateros for finalizing their Primary Care Providers Network (PCPN) Manual! 👏

With support from the CRS Philippines’ Strengthening Communities' Preparedness to Mitigate Health Risks during Emergencies (PRIME) project, a two-day workshop was conducted to consolidate inputs and finalize the Pateros PCPN Manual from August 27 to 28, 2026 at the Mayor Juan R. Sanchez Health Center.

The workshop was participated by the Pateros Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) and representatives from the five health centers across the Municipality:
• Mayor Juan R. Sanchez Health Center
• Mayor Moises R. Flores Memorial Health Center
• Quintin de Borja Health Center
• Mayor Delfin C. Salonga Health Center
• Masikap Health Center

Through the PCPN, Pateros Health Centers ensure that its operations do not simply cope and make adjustments during disasters, but activates a seamless and disaster-ready system in the face of crises.

💧Water Filtration Kits were just delivered to the Santolan Super Health Center in Pasig, City! Through the Strengthening...
28/08/2026

💧Water Filtration Kits were just delivered to the Santolan Super Health Center in Pasig, City!

Through the Strengthening Communities’ Preparedness to Mitigate Health Risks during Emergencies (PRIME) Project, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Philippines also oriented the City’s Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in Health (DRRMH) and Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) frontliners on the use and benefits of the water filtration kits.

By effectively removing disease-causing bacteria from untreated waters, these kits serve as lifelines when clean water supply fail during disasters.

With funding support from the TaiwanICDF財團法人國際合作發展基金會, this water filtration technology is positioned to improve overall disaster resilience and safety in Pasig City.

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