History:
A Brief History of SPECS
SPECS Foundation traces its roots back to August 1970, when the Holy Trinity Center and Good Shepherd Family Center began serving the urban poor with support from World Vision International. On October 16, 1987, SPECS Foundation was formally established under the leadership of Mr. Jose Hilado and Ptra. Miriam Macaspac.
Key milestones in SPECS’ journey include:
- Launching a feeding program and temporary shelter for street children.
- Receiving support from the Presidential Management Staff Assistance under the Aquino administration.
- Overcoming financial challenges in 1991 with the aid of German partners who formed the Christliche Philippinen Initiative e.V.
- Established the Speed the Light Center for Girls in 1996 and the Kaagapay Temporary Shelter for Boys in 1997, providing safe havens for needy children.
Our Mission
We lead people in transforming lives.
Our Core Values
Each SPECS Foundation member are guided by these values to carry actions and ensure that all our children counts, giving them a future they deserve thru the nurture and innovative programs provided by our Foundation.
Compassionate Leadership
Giving focus on relationships through careful listening to, understanding, empathizing with and supporting other people,
enabling those they lead to feel valued, respected and cared for, so they can reach their potential and do their best.
The right of all children to be heard and give their opinions on issues that concern them.
The freedom to express themselves, be acknowledged, and respect their takes.
Child Participation
Culture of Learning
Promotes an open mindset, an ongoing search for knowledge and collaborative learning to its people in the Foundation to meet its mission and goals.
We are guided by the concept of “kapwa-tao”, a shared sense of self with others, reflecting interconnectedness and mutual respect among people.
People as human beings rather than human doings
Relationship with God
Viewing it as the foundation of our purpose and actions. This connection inspires us to live with integrity, compassion and a commitment to serve others, guiding our decisions and strengthening our community.