Raising up hands, Raising up others
The Full Story
MaxaM Foundation is more than just a non-profit—it’s a movement born from compassion, resilience, and a deep desire to rewrite stories of hardship into hope.
Founded by Ms. L.C. Gabbaoan, a mother and visionary leader, MaxaM Foundation was created to uplift underprivileged children and communities in the Philippines, particularly in remote areas where opportunities are scarce and dreams often feel distant.
Our Heart & Mission
We believe that every child deserves a future they can look forward to. Our core programs focus on:
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Distributing school supplies to students in underserved communities
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Granting cash assistance to qualified college students in their allowances or tuition fees.
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Offering mental health awareness campaigns to promote emotional resilience in young learners
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Creating advocacy-based platforms where stories are heard, healing is honored, and transformation is possible
Through every project, MaxaM fosters a spirit of Bayanihan—the Filipino value of collective community care.
A Father’s Legacy: The Heart Behind MaxaM Foundation
Inspired by Kindness. Driven by Purpose.
Long before MaxaM Foundation became a name, it was a quiet truck parked on a dusty road in a rural village in the Philippines—its engine humming with love and purpose.
That truck belonged to Silvino, a man of few words, who exudes warmth and a friendly smile to the village children. Every morning, during lunch break, or after school, he would offer free rides to children to and from our village to the nearby school. With no fanfare and no expectation of praise, he simply showed up—day after day— whenever he could because he believed that any small gesture to assist toward their schooling mattered.
But Silvino wasn’t just a driver. He was a father figure to many, often striking up meaningful conversations with the children who rode in the back of his truck. He’d ask about their dreams and their struggles, and he’d listen with the kind of presence that made kids feel safe, seen, and heard. His truck became more than transportation; it was a moving space of comfort, encouragement, and hope.
Two of his daughters would grow up to become educators, bearing firsthand witness to how poverty, distance, and lack of resources kept so many bright young minds from reaching their full potential. Although Lina is not one of them, she would carry that love forward by founding MaxaM Foundation in his honor.
Who We Are
MaxaM Foundation was born out of a father’s compassion and a daughter’s vow to continue that legacy. Our mission is simple yet profound: to bridge the gap for underprivileged students through access to education and mental health support.
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Provide school supplies.
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Support tuition fees or cash allowance to deserving college students.
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Conduct a yearly Christmas feeding program for underprivileged children and their families.
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Promote mental health awareness and emotional resilience
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Build a culture of advocacy, storytelling, and social transformation
Through every campaign, outreach, and initiative, Silvino’s legacy rides with us—in every notebook distributed, every allowance given, every child reminded they matter.
Why It Matters
When Lina founded MaxaM Foundation, she didn’t just launch a non-profit. She built a promise—to her father, to her community, and to the next generation.
Now, through sister brands like Celestial Universe, Soulful Phoenix, Silvino’s (formerly Kubjertos Filipino), and EuroAccess Consultancy, MaxaM is creating a ripple effect of compassion across continents. It’s more than a foundation—it’s a family movement rooted in faith, education, and bayanihan.
“My father didn’t have a degree—but he gave what he had: time, service, and a heart.
This foundation is my way of continuing that ride.”
— Lina C. Gabbaoan, Founder & Chairperson