HELPING OTHERS NEVER GOES OUT OF STYLE. That’s the motto of the Real Life Foundation, and that’s the battle cry of the Real Life staff and volunteers.
Over a decade ago, Victory pastor Dr. Joey Castro, quietly paid the tuition of numerous poor Filipino students so they could stay in school and stay off the streets. Doc Joey had walked away from his medical career to plant a Victory congregation among disadvantaged Filipinos. The fact that he did not have deep pockets did not stop him from paying tuition out of his own pocket.
In time, Doc Joey’s lifestyle of generosity became the Real Life Foundation, a Christian non-profit NGO that is passionate about “transforming lives, families, and communities through hope and education.” The primary Real Life programs include Life Scholarships, Life Coaching, and Life Line. For info about helping a Real Life Scholar, click here.
Several years ago Doc Joey and his family moved to a restricted nation to serve as cross-cultural church planters. Since then Real Life has expanded its programs under the leadership of executive director, Lynn Nawata, who has mobilized an amazing team of volunteers and staff. For me, serving on the Real Life board is one of life’s great privileges.
One of the highlights of every year is the Race For Life that helps fund scholarships for disadvantaged but deserving Filipino students. Our recent Fun Run included 6,000 runners and walkers.