Nation-building, love for God, country and people prompted, these advocates to launch Gen4Juan. The movement and non-government organization is dedicated to uplifting communities through strategic engagement in the Church, Environment, Youth, and Elderly sectors, is now formally introduced to the public.
With a foundation rooted in faith, service, and ardent desire to achieve national transformation in the country, the launching of Gen4Juan is a testament to the group’s commitment to their mission and vision.
At the helm of Gen4Juan are Chairman Peter Eric Pardo and Vice Chairman Adrian Reyes, whose shared leadership and commitment to nation-building have laid the foundation for this multi-sectoral endeavor.
“Gen4Juan is a generational call to action,” said Chairman Pardo during the launch. “It’s a reminder that each “Juan” has a role in restoring dignity, nurturing values, and advancing the common good—especially in times of great societal need.”
With a mission to empower a new generation of KaJuans, Gen4Juan is grounded in four pillars and advocacies:
- Church – Strengthening faith-based involvement in community development
- Environment – Promoting stewardship and sustainable practices
- Young Juans – Equipping young leaders through mentorship, formation, and advocacy
- Elder Juans – Honoring and supporting senior citizens through care and companionship initiatives
Vice Chairman Reyes emphasized the intergenerational aspect of the project: “This is an inter-generational movement by the people and for the people—connecting the wisdom of the past with the energy of the present. Through unity, we can create a future that reflects our highest values as a nation.”
According to its Marketing Director, Gel Gomez, the launch marks the beginning of collaborative programs that include environmental clean-ups, intergenerational mentorship forums, youth leadership summits, and parish-based outreach for senior citizens. These will be rolled out in key cities and provinces in the coming months, in partnership with churches, civic organizations, schools, and local government units.
Gen4Juan invites individuals, institutions, and communities to join in building a movement where faith meets action, and where every generation has a voice and a mission.
The launch features Gen4Juan’s pilot project called SaveThySoles that aims to raise funds for black leader shoes to be given to around 400 youth for their schools and church services. Parish Churches from Cavite, Naga, Paranaque, and Pasay are among the beneficiaries.
**National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians Parish, Paranaque
Mary Immaculate Parish, Paranaque
Sta. Clara de Montefalco Parish, Pasay
Mary Immaculate Parish, Salawag, Dasmarinas Cavite
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish, Carolina, Naga
Some notable partners who were present during the launching were H.E. Melvin Castelino, Malaysian Ambassador to the Philippines, Dr. Cecilio Pedro of Lamoiyan Corporation and Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce, Mr. Joseph and Jill Ang of Worldbex Services International, SM Cares Engr. Bien Mateo, and priests from various parishes among others.
Gen4Juan cannot succeed with the effort of just one soul. It is composed of a bunch of great Juans whose souls are so willing not just to give, but to share, not just to serve, but to love. Our friendship and our common desire to help is what brought all of us together. We wish to humbly offer our time, talent, and yes even our meager treasures, our own share of 5 loaves of bread and 2 fish and allow God’s miracle to happen. We want to bring all our networks in, our friends, and friends of friends, and direct this common kindness and generosity to love and charity.
Board of Directors led by Chairperson and Executive Director Peter Eric Pardo, the team includes Adrian Joseph Reyes CPA, Vice Chairman; Michelle Talavera Pardo, Corporate Secretary; Maila De Leon, Program Director; Mildred Laygo, Fundraising and Partnership Director; Ross Ann Dalida, Creatives and Content Director; Gabrilelle Salvador-Digital and Social Media Director; Gel Gomez and Che Tolosa-Marketing Directors.
Together, they turn passion into purpose—making this vision a collective success.
Board of Trustees; Daryl Aloya; Robert A. Guillermo; Leonora Mangahas MosquedaMaria Patricia Prahinog, Prof. John Carlo Perez, RSW, LPT, MSSW, Xenia Grace D. Lim
Collaborators; Jomar B. Soriano, Renalyn A. Gomez, Mary Ann G. Guillermo, Ella “Mickey” Alfaro, Jaisa P. Candelaria-Abante, Isabella Generol, Gwenn Serino, Marcial J. Samarista III, Roger John Smith
Ysabella Minette Manzanilla and Hailey Zariya Cardenas, Little Juan.
