GK USA, working hand-in-hand with GK Headquarters Philippines, envisions a world where the spirit of bayanihan lives, by helping build caring and sharing communities, built by an empowered people, with renewed hope and restored dignity, throughout the world. A non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and partner of Gawad Kalinga in the US. The objectives of GK USA are as follows: 1. To inspire and develop the patriotic and heroic spirit of giving back to one’s people and country; To share the story of the Filipino to encourage pride in cultural heritage and identity. 2. To promote civic leadership initiatives among Filipino American communities in the U.S.; To encourage a proactive and empowered citizenry and connect back to the community and motherland at the same time. 3. To expand GK communities in the US– groups of like mind and heart, who care and share so no one will be left behind (walang iwanan!); To harness the spirit of bayanihan and volunteerism for the greater good. 4. To promote partnerships with other like-minded organizations interested in addressing the common goals. 5. To support and sustain the Gawad Kalinga movement by raising awareness, sharing expertise, and generating resources.