Stories on impact

Dr. Patrick Acuña is also an XDP patient. His leadership drives SCF not only to find a cure for XDP, but also to optimize patient care in our rural clinics.

After his DBS surgery, Atty. JP Anthony Cuñada successfully biked more than 2,000km across the Philippine archipelago to raise funds and public awareness about XDP.

The International Institute for Rural Reconstruction led the livelihood initiative to ensure XDP patients and families can economically sustain themselves and thrive.

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office donated much needed medications and wheelchairs.

Negrense Volunteers for Change donated sewing machines, barber tools, and cooking tools to help affected families earn a living after losing their jobs.

Diagnosed with cervical dystonia, triathlete Jirome De Castro completed a triathlon to spur greater public awareness of XDP.