THE Gokongwei Brothers Foundation (GBF) has been working towards community development and education for the past 30 years. It was established by John Gokongwei Jr., Henry Go, Johnson Go, and James Go in 1992 with the aim of creating a lasting impact on Philippine education and increasing the success of Filipino families across generations. GBF has supported 3,000 scholars, 30,000 educators, and over 2,000 local communities in need.
GBF believes that quality education is the foundation of a strong Philippine economy and has been striving for the advancement of STEM education to drive sustainable national development. Lance Gokongwei, head of the Gokongwei Group and GBF chairman, said, “We envision a future where every Filipino has access to quality education that enables them to have meaningful work – so they can help themselves, their family, and their community.”
GBF’s initiatives have left an indelible mark on the lives of countless Filipinos across the nation. The foundation has made significant strides in effecting positive change in Philippine communities and continues to transform lives through the gift of education. GBF’s initiatives include the GBF TeachSTEM Scholarship, the Iskolar ni Juan program, the Juan Kapatid program, and the GBF STEM Scholarship for Excellence.
As GBF enters its fourth decade, it remains committed to sustainable development and community welfare. The foundation persists in its efforts to expand avenues to boundless opportunities for students, educators, and families nationwide. Lance Gokongwei renewed the group’s commitment to a transformative education, saying, “We declare GBF’s commitment to continue exploring pathways to possibilities for the betterment of education in our country.”
