Metro Infanta Foundation

By Mila Glodava

To date, the Filipino Night is almost sold out with more than half of the goal paid in advance. Our goal is to bring in at least $25,000 from this event (We'll report the total revenue for this event later). With the economy is still gasping for air, this school fundraiser is doing remarkably well. This is, of course, thanks to the leadership of Tricia Sullivan and a very supportive committee composed mostly of her neighborhood friends and a number of St. Thomas More parishioners and staff.

Meanwhile, we are hoping the Infantahins will rally around this cause and start communicating and supporting us in this historic effort to rebuild the Gabaldon. I sent hundreds of invitations to Infantahins all over the world to help with our cause. As you can see on the left column, only a handful have responded for a total of $2,255. Remember, we must match dollar for dollar for the $15,000 Challenge Gift from St. Thomas More.

Come on now! Infantahins. Mag-kapit-bisig tayong lahat! There's a saying in the Philippines, "Kahit maliit, kung malimit patungo pa rin sa langit." I would like to revise it a little bit, "Kahit maliit, kung marami ang magbibigay ay malaki rin ang kabuuan."

Posted on August 28, 2010

By Julie Filby
Editor's Note: This article appeared in the Denver Catholic Register, August 11, 2010. Used with permission.

For years students learned their ABCs, participated in daily flag ceremonies, and played hopscotch at the Infanta Central School in the province of Quezon, Philippines. All that remains of the school today are mossy concrete steps, a few pillars and remnants of walls.

In 1972 a typhoon devastated the area and destroyed the school. Local children are being educated in crowded rundown quarters intended to be temporary.

“These small rooms have too many children, no air conditioning, high humidity—that makes for a substandard learning environment,” said Mila Glodava, president of Metro Infanta Foundation, a nonprofit organization that unites Filipino expatriates to fund causes back home.

Continue reading "Local organization aims to rebuild school in Philippines" »

Posted on August 15, 2010

We're looking for the following kababayans. Their mail just came back and we'd like to make sure they get in the loop.

Phillip and Rowena Birthwell
Jose and Araceli Cervantes
Marith Corcuera
Jinggy and Marilou Espinosa
Sergy and Lucy Flores
Lydia Guerrero
Victorino and Ducing Mapa
Fred and Elda Nebres
Romy and Carol Nido
Armando and Cora Solte
Estanislao and Villa Solte
Ronald and Maita Ylag
Teresita Yu

Thank you for letting us know the whereabouts of anyone on the list above.

Please email to:editor@infanta.org

Posted on August 08, 2010

By Mila Glodava

More than 100 "Friends of Infanta" came on Friday, July 23, to enjoy an Italian feast provided by "full-blooded" Italians (and not-so-full-blooded" at St. Thomas More. As the title suggests, the evening featured an Italian decor complete with floral arrangements topped with the Italian flags, raised $5,345, to the delight of Joanne Horne, chair. Her goal was to make at least $5,000 for the event. More importantly, "It was a fun evening, with great friends and great food," for a cause.

Joanne Horne, along with Gerry Giardullo and Sylvia Gallo, donated and cooked the sumptuous lasagna with meatballs and sausage. Maribeth Hanzlik and her daughter made all the appetizers, while Jo Pristera and Dora Lee provided the pizelles. See below for all others who helped made the evening a success.

"A Taste of Italy" brings the total funds collected to $26,678. Pledges to date is now at $90,685. This means we are nearing half-way our goal in pledges.

Continue reading "Full-blooded Italian friends show off their culinary skills, raised more than $5,000 for the Gabaldon" »

Posted on July 25, 2010

A Filipino Night to Remember
Restoration of Hope
A Philippine School Fundraiser
Friday, September 10, 2010
6:00 – 9:30 p.m.
St. Thomas More (McCallin Hall)
8035 S. Quebec Street, Centennial, CO 80210
RSVP: Friday, August 27, 2010
Cost to attend: $75 per person: Sponsor levels are also available (see below for more information).

This evening of entertainment from 6-9:30 p.m. on Sept. 10 will feature Father Leo Patalinghug, chef and entertainer, known for going head-to-head against chef Bobby Flay on the Food Network’s “Throwdown.” Father Leo, a native from the Philippines, will amaze guests with his cooking show, break dancing, tae kwon do, comedy and more. Visit his website www.gracebeforemeals.com for a preview. The evening will also include a Filipino market, a wine market, art Gallery and Filipino dancers. A light Filipino dinner and cocktails will be served. The event will be held at St. Thomas More Parish at 8035 South Quebec St. in Centennial. Proceeds will support the Gabaldon fundraising efforts.

To register or for more information, please call Mila Glodava at 303-221-9240 or email editor@infanta.org.

Posted on July 14, 2010

By Venchito Gucon

It was suggested that batch 77 has a yearly get-together for the fundraiser for the restoration ng Gabaldon School project. For the Middle East Chapter, Kuya Boyet Cuento (Khafji ), Tony Vera Cruz (Jeddah) and I (Khobar) are trying to take a list of Infantahins in the Middle East. Tony from Jeddah is raising funds by asking the attendees of ISO seminar that he is conducting to make a donation. In my part "sa mga kasamahan ko po na nagpapaluto sa amin ay naglalagay po ako ng SR10 bawat luto o order. Sabi nga po ng isa naming mabait na klasmeyt sa Polilio ay bawat sentimo ay mahalaga para maibalik "ang school na nagpanday sa amin... We are thankful din po sa inyo Ma'am Mila for this drive..na ang makikinabang ay ang mga apo namin at Infantahin in particular. Umasa po kayo ng tulong namin!!! at Pagpalain po."

Posted on July 12, 2010