FundLife Recognized for Advancing Nutrition, Health, and Community Wellbeing

FundLife has been recognized by the Local Government of Dulag, through the Rural Health Unit (RHU), with the Nutri-SIKAT Award (Sustained Implementation of Kalusugan at Tamang Nutrisyon), the municipality's highest recognition for organizations whose sustained partnership has significantly advanced nutrition, health, and community development. The award was presented on July 24, 2026, during the culmination of the 52nd Nutrition Month celebration. With the theme, "Nutrisyon at Kalikasan, Ating Pangalagaan."

The recognition reflects FundLife's long-standing partnership with the Municipality of Dulag in delivering programmes that contribute to healthier, more resilient communities. Beyond supporting Nutrition Month activities, the award acknowledges how FundLife integrates health, education, sport, play, family wellbeing, and environmental action to create opportunities for children, young people, and families to thrive.

"The Nutri-SIKAT Award celebrates institutions that go beyond providing assistance by becoming genuine partners in creating lasting, transformative change. FundLife has exemplified this through its unwavering collaboration with the Municipal Government of Dulag, consistently championing initiatives that improve the lives of children, youth, and families." — Ace C. Sadiua, RN, Municipal Nutrition Action Officer – Designate

The award affirms the impact of FundLife's sustained work in Dulag since 2023. Through its community- and school-based programmes, the organization has reached approximately 2,221 children and young people, creating safe opportunities to participate in sport, play, and community activities. Across 353 learning and mentorship sessions, participants strengthened their knowledge of mental wellbeing, menstrual health and hygiene, personal safety, and healthy lifestyles while building confidence, leadership, resilience, and stronger social connections.

FundLife has also promoted healthier lifestyles through its Safe to Move programming, engaging 395 youth and adult runners in community events that connect physical activity with youth empowerment, environmental stewardship, and community participation. This commitment was reflected during Dulag's Nutrition Month kick-off, where the Community Run and Walk brought together 120 participants—82 women and girls and 38 men and boys. Participants then joined a coastal cleanup, collecting eight sacks of waste, and planted 10 fruit-bearing saplings for families with children experiencing malnutrition. Together, these activities demonstrated how active living, environmental stewardship, and community action contribute to improved health and long-term nutrition outcomes.

FundLife also strengthens family wellbeing through Parent Play Pods (P3) Leyte, which has engaged 162 parents and caregivers in sessions on parental wellbeing, stress management, positive parenting, and early childhood development. Alongside these sessions, 151 children participated in safe, structured play activities that supported their development while enabling parents and caregivers to participate fully. By strengthening both caregiver wellbeing and child development, the programme helps build healthier families and more resilient communities.

The Nutri-SIKAT Award recognizes these collective efforts and demonstrates the value of strong partnerships in advancing nutrition, health, and community wellbeing. As FundLife continues working alongside the Municipality of Dulag, the organization remains committed to delivering community-led programmes that combine sport, play, education, family wellbeing, and environmental action, creating healthier communities where every child has the opportunity to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.