Angat Pilipinas
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About Angat Pilipinas

Discover who we are, our history starting from 2009, our mission and vision, and the impact we have made in communities across the Philippines and abroad.

Our Story

Angat Pilipinas Coalition for Financial Literacy, Inc. is a global non-profit organization of active and former Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and personal finance advocates. We are dedicated to transforming Filipinos through personal financial literacy — addressing issues, discussing concerns, and sharing knowledge on entrepreneurship, investment, and financial literacy to contribute to poverty alleviation.

The coalition traces its roots to October 2009, when it began as AngatBayan Friendster and Yahoo groups. The founding was shaped by the devastation of Typhoon Ondoy, which underscored the urgent need for financial resilience among Filipino families. What started as small online communities has since grown into a worldwide movement spanning forums, workshops, and educational programs.

Mission & Vision

Our core mission is to share knowledge on entrepreneurship, investment, and financial literacy — empowering Filipinos to improve their quality of life and break the cycle of poverty. We envision a nation where every Filipino, at home and abroad, has the tools and confidence to make sound financial decisions.

Through community forums, workshops, and the AP Learning Institute, we bring practical financial education directly to OFWs, students, artists, and families in underserved communities.

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Who We Are

Angat Pilipinas is powered by a network of volunteers — active and former OFWs, finance professionals, and passionate advocates — united by an oath of loyalty and a shared commitment to volunteerism. Our team works across the Philippines and overseas to deliver financial literacy where it is needed most.

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Our Impact

Over the years, Angat Pilipinas has reached communities across the Philippines and abroad through targeted initiatives:

  • FLY (Financial Literacy for the Youth) Program — bringing financial education to children in towns such as Alitagtag, Batangas, in partnership with the Philippine Red Cross and local communities.
  • KSA-Bahrain Financial Literacy Tour — held in May 2014, reaching OFWs in the Middle East.
  • Financial Literacy Forum for OFWs in Hong Kong — conducted in February 2014.
  • Arteng Pinay Financial Workshop for Artists & Musicians — Part 2 took place in February 2014, equipping creatives with personal finance skills.
  • Angat Pilipinas Awards — the 2019 edition was held on June 8, 2019, recognizing outstanding contributors to the financial literacy advocacy.

Our photo galleries and impact stories document these milestones and the lives they have touched.

Get Involved

Whether you want to volunteer, donate, or simply learn more about managing your finances, there is a place for you at Angat Pilipinas. Explore our programs, join a forum, or reach out to our team.

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