The Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office 10 distributed ₱32,585,805.00 in livelihood grants to 2,804 recipients in Northern Mindanao during events held from April 6 to 8, 2026.
The grants funded both group and individual livelihood initiatives. This aligns with DSWD’s ongoing efforts to empower vulnerable families, stimulate local enterprises, and enhance economic security through sustainable, inclusive programs.
2,153 came from Bukidnon, 299 from Misamis Oriental, 282 from Lanao del Norte, and 70 from Misamis Occidental. The grants enabled them to launch, sustain, or expand microenterprises and other income-generating activities within their communities.
Eleven Sustainable Livelihood Program Associations (SLPAs) with 246 members received project capital, while 2,558 individuals secured assistance for their own livelihood ventures.
Beyond financial assistance, SLP also provides technical guidance to maximize the effectiveness of the grants. Prior to receiving funds, participants undergo social preparation, business planning, and orientation sessions to clarify their responsibilities and identify appropriate livelihood opportunities based on their skills, needs, and local demand.
Participants engage in training programs, such as basic entrepreneurship and business development courses, financial literacy sessions, and practical guidance on managing their projects. These initiatives equip them to allocate resources efficiently, strategize, and sustain their enterprises.
Assistance continues beyond the grants. SLP staff regularly monitor progress, offer coaching, and provide technical support so participants can address challenges, enhance their projects, and sustain their livelihoods.
According to SLP Regional Program Coordinator Rhandy L. Ladoroz, the assistance provided under the program is designed to go beyond the release of capital.
“This support is not limited to funding alone. It is paired with capability-building, project guidance, and continuing technical assistance to help participants manage their livelihood projects better and sustain them over time,”
Rhandy L. Ladoroz
This most recent effort demonstrates DSWD Field Office 10’s dedication to supporting families and communities with both financial resources and sustained mentorship and training that help transform livelihood opportunities into enduring progress.