Change is in the Air
We are celebrating that our Scholars are full of Hope and our long-prayed-for Transition of Leadership to the Badjao is happening!
Welcome Back to School, Badjao Bridge Scholars!
The kids are full of excitement. They love their new books and supplies. And this year they are especially excited with genuine hope for the future.
In the past few years, the kids have seen many Badjao scholars work hard, graduate, and attend college. The kids are excited about their own potential to reach their dream careers - because they see so many Badjao scholars living this dream!
And so, we celebrate our beautiful scholars who are eager to learn, to build relationships, and to actively pursue the dreams that God has prepared in each of their hearts. Thank you for making these dreams possible!
Each year, hundreds of Badjao Bridge scholars from Kinder to High School recieve fresh uniforms, school and hygiene supplies, books, backpacks, and access to education. Badjao Bridge also provides mentoring, tutoring, and healthy meals throughout the year. We love our kids! Join us in supporting these children as they work hard to rise above abject poverty by building a future for themselves and for their community.
Transition of leadership
What’s Happening?
Jean Migraso was selected by our Philippines Board of Directors to be the new Philippines interim Executive Director! By the end of 2024, Dan Johanson will fully transition his leadership role to Jean Migraso and The Philippines Board. The Badjao will lead Badjao Bridge!
Why Transition?
In 2009, Dan founded Badjao Bridge with the mission to work with the Badjao to build their ability to thrive in the face of systemic oppression. From the beginning, we have partnered with the Badjao to strengthen their infrastructure and increase access to education. Dan’s dream has always been that the Badjao would one day become self-sustaining.
What Will Change?
Not much. Badjao Bridge will continue to use our donations and newly sourced donations to further support and strengthen Badjao children and communities.
The Philippines Board and Leadership Team will remain the same.
The education and experiences for the children will remain the same.
The Philippines Team will now be better positioned to recruit local donors since the locals won’t associate them with U.S. leadership.
All donations will be stewarded with accountability and transparency through the New Horizon Foundation. More details to come.
We will continue to give, knowing that our donations will support Badjao children’s education, growth, and nutrition.
So, Badjao Bridgers, let’s take a moment to breathe in all that God has done and will do. With our continued support and the Badjao’s new freedom to fundraise, the Badjao will have access to more care and help than ever before. Praise God!
Please continue to give to this worthy mission. The new story you helped build is now taking flight. Badjao Bridge was established with integrity and love and will continue with integrity and love.
Dan, Jean and Bobot celebrate with Badjao College Students