To see people in communities live in abundance with strengthened faith in God and in right relationship with their fellowmen and the rest of creation.
Who we are
Building pathways toward stronger communities.
KDFI is the corporate foundation of KMBI, advancing responsive development programs for clients, staff, and marginalized communities.
Purpose and direction
Transformation with purpose.
Our vision and mission guide how KDFI works with people, partners, and communities toward meaningful and sustainable development.
KDFI, as the corporate foundation of KMBI, exists to advocate, promote and facilitate the integral transformation of KMBI clients and staff, and communities belonging to the marginalized and disadvantaged sectors of society, through capacity building, values transformation, R&D, and responsive development programs.
Our story
Development that connects people, purpose, and partnership.
As the corporate foundation of KMBI, KDFI connects people, partners, and practical development programs to help marginalized communities build stronger livelihoods, healthier families, deeper resilience, and lasting hope.
Our work brings together community needs, institutional partnerships, and practical learning so initiatives can respond to the realities people face.
How we work
Four ideas shape our development approach.
Capacity building
Strengthening practical knowledge and skills that help people and communities pursue better opportunities.
Values transformation
Supporting development that recognizes character, relationships, responsibility, and faith as part of lasting change.
Research & development
Learning from community needs and program experience to inform responsive initiatives and services.
Responsive programs
Connecting people and partners through initiatives designed around real livelihood, wellness, resilience, and community needs.
Leadership
Board of Trustees
KDFI's Board of Trustees provides institutional leadership and oversight for the foundation.
Edgardo Garcia
Chairman
Dr. Rex Victor Cruz
Vice Chairman
Sergio Edeza
President
Dr. Rodolfo Estigoy
Vice President
Dr. Virginia Juan
Corporate Secretary
Dr. Glenn Roy Paraso
Corporate Treasurer
Eduardo Jimenez
Member
Bishop Jose Dalino
Member
Mila Bunker
Member
People behind the work
Our Team
Meet the people who lead, coordinate, research, and deliver KDFI's programs and community initiatives.
Hazel Christine Bayaca
Executive Director
Maria Cecilia Wee
Director
Programs and Services Department
Madzy Luces
Officer
Social Protection Division
Donna Dolor Roxas
Regional Coordinator
Social Protection Division
Pio Marquez
Officer
Spiritual Development Division
Jasmine Delos Reyes
OIC
Programs and Services Department
Jenny Lalaine De Jesus
Officer
Customer Relations / Social Performance Management
Gladys Lonzame
Research Specialist
Product Development
Mel Asher Kitma
Research Associate
Customer Relations Management
Rico Antion
Program Director
Aira Glenn Marzo
Officer
Partners and networks
Collaboration extends community reach.
KDFI works with institutions and organizations that support shared community-development efforts.
Work with KDFI
Interested in building stronger communities together?
Connect with us about partnerships, community initiatives, or institutional collaboration.