Children living in urban slums like Tondo, Manila, often go to bed hungry—and wake up hungrier. For them, even the most basic meal is a luxury. This is the harsh reality that Project PEARLS confronts daily through its Hunger Relief Program and other life-changing initiatives in the most underserved communities in the Philippines.

This August 28 to September 6, 2025, the Filipino American Real Estate Professional Association (FAREPA) Silicon Valley is taking a bold step to transform lives by leading a Philippines Trade Mission. This mission blends business with compassion, bringing together top real estate leaders from the United States and the Philippines for an unforgettable experience with a powerful purpose.

A Mission of Meaning

The highlight of the mission is the Black-Tie Charity Dinner at the Ayala Museum in Makati on August 30, 2025, which will raise funds to support Project PEARLS, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and SEC/BIR/DSWD-registered NGO in the Philippines. Every cent raised will go directly to feeding hungry children, providing access to education, and supporting livelihood programs that empower entire families to break free from generational poverty.

Why It Matters

In communities where children eat discarded leftovers known as pagpag, Project PEARLS steps in with clean, hearty meals that cost as little as $1 per child. But the impact doesn’t stop at the breakfast table. With the support of FAREPA and its partners, children receive school supplies, attend early education programs, and gain access to vocational and digital literacy training—giving them a real shot at a brighter future.

Join the Movement

This historic mission includes fireside chats, industry tours, and cultural excursions in Manila, Cebu, and Palawan—proving that real estate professionals can do more than close deals; they can open doors to hope.

Let your investments go further than buildings and properties. Let them reach children who need a lifeline.

Be part of a movement where real estate meets real impact.
Together, let’s feed dreams and build futures.

100% of funds raised will benefit Project PEARLS’ programs.

About Project PEARLS: htttps://www.projectpearls.org

FAREPA Silicon Valley: Real Estate with Real Impact

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FAREPA Silicon Valley: Real Estate with Real Impact

Investing in brighter futures through Project PEARLS transformative programs

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