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Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI)

Empowering communities in Visayas through integrated development programs

Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc.(Rafi)

Social Services Tinago, Central Visayas Reg: DSWD-FOVII-R-024 (PCNC) Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
68/100 · methodology

About Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc.(Rafi)

Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI) is a community-based foundation operating primarily in Region VII. It delivers a broad range of programs including cancer screening and treatment assistance, funding for early childhood care and development, school infrastructure support, microfinance for women and communities, disaster response, tree planting, and the preservation of local culture and heritage. Its key partners include women's groups, schools, and local government units.

Founded
Headquarters
Tinago, Central Visayas
Foundation type
Foundation
Operating in
Philippines

Mission

To improve the lives of communities in the Visayas region through integrated programs in health, education, economic empowerment, environmental stewardship, and cultural heritage preservation.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Operating countries (1)
Philippines

Founding story

· Founding, renaming & milestones

Founded by Don Ramon Aboitiz in 1966, the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI) is the philanthropic arm of the Aboitiz family, based in Cebu City. It champions community development across the Visayas and Mindanao through programs in education, integrated development, …

Founded by Don Ramon Aboitiz in 1966, the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI) is the philanthropic arm of the Aboitiz family, based in Cebu City. It champions community development across the Visayas and Mindanao through programs in education, integrated development, micro-finance, leadership, and culture and heritage.

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar social services in Philippines
Integrity Assessment This charity: 68
Peer average: 67

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for PCNC / DSWD deregistration, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) has a substantially complete profile, sourced from the DSWD.

  • It is one of the better-documented social services charities in the Philippines GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its registration and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
  • Established in 1966, it predates 94% of the social services charities in the Philippines GiveRadar has a founding year for. View this cohort
  • It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
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  • financial records
  • third-party accreditation
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

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Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) is a registered social services nonprofit based in Tinago, Central Visayas, Philippines. It is registered with the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC). It was founded in 1966 and has been operating for 60 years. Its registration number is DSWD-FOVII-R-024. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 68/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. 16 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI)'s official registration number is DSWD-FOVII-R-024, as recorded in the national registry of Philippines.

Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 68 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for social services charities in Philippines is 67/100.

Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) is located in Tinago, Central Visayas, Philippines. The organization was established in 1966 and has been active for 60 years. Its registered address is No. 35 Eduardo Aboitiz St., T i n a g o, Cebu City, Philippines.

Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) is classified as a Social Services organization, registered in Philippines. It operates as a Foundation. The organization has 16 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI). GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

According to GiveRadar's records, Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) is registered with the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC) and overseen by PCNC. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI) is a community-based foundation operating primarily in Region VII. It delivers a broad range of programs including cancer screening and treatment assistance, funding for early childhood care and development, school infrastructure support, microfinance for women and communities, disaster response, tree planting, and the preservation of local culture and heritage. Its key partners include women's groups, schools, and local government units. Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) is classified as a social services organization registered in Philippines. The organization was founded in 1966.

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Taxes

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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Philippines under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Leadership

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Chairman, Board of Trustees; President and Chief Executive Officer

Officers & trustees (16)

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Cause areas in Philippines

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Social Services this charity 951
Education 248
Health 240
Community Development 136
Arts & Culture 53
Religion 39
Environment 36
Disaster Relief 33
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Most common causes in Philippines

Causes charities work on most, with this charity's causes ticked.

Youth Development 512
Children 444
Eldercare & Aging 443
Health 296
Education 295
Women 146
Disaster Relief 113
Scholarships 89
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Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC)
Officers and trustees
Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC) - 16 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News

Part of this profile's description was written with AI, summarizing public sources such as official registry data and the organization's own website. Financial figures, registration details, and the sources listed above are not AI-generated. Read how we use AI.

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 22, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 22, 2026
Profile completeness
35%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 7
  • Named leadership · 16 officers on file
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Founding date · 1966
Not available · 4
  • Financial data
    No annual financial filings on file
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity
  • Tax-deductibility
    Not verified

Methodology

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Quick facts about Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI)

What is Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI)?
Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) is a social services foundation based in Tinago, Philippines. Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI) is a community-based foundation operating primarily in Region VII. It delivers a broad range of programs including cancer screening and treatment assistance, funding for early childhood care and development, school infrastructure support, microfinance for women and communities, disaster response, tree planting, and the preservation of local culture and heritage. Its key partners include women's groups, schools, and local government units.
When was Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) founded?
Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) was founded in 1966.
Where is Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) located?
Headquartered in Tinago, Central Visayas, Philippines.
Is Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) trustworthy?
Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI)'s registration number?
Registration: DSWD-FOVII-R-024 (Philippines).
What is Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI)'s website?
https://rafi.org.ph
Are donations to Ramon Aboitiz Foundation (RAFI) tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Philippines under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.