The Philippines ranks 19th among 105 nations in faith‑based philanthropy, with 45 percent of its population contributing to religious causes.
Filipinos allocate roughly 1.5 percent of personal income to charities, religious organizations, and direct aid for individuals and families in need.
Donations to religious institutions account for 31 percent of total charitable giving, surpassing the global average of 21 percent and the regional average of 20 percent.
Volunteer participation in faith‑related activities reaches 38 percent, making it the second‑largest sector for volunteerism in the country.
Support for individuals and families remains the largest single category, receiving 45 percent of donation value, closely aligned with global and regional benchmarks.
Charitable contributions to NGOs total 24 percent of all donations, below the global (38 percent) and regional (42 percent) averages.
Within charitable giving, 60 percent flows to local NGOs, 30 percent to national NGOs, and 10 percent to international NGOs, reflecting a strong preference for supporting nearby communities.
These figures underscore the influential role of faith communities in mobilizing resources and volunteers across the Philippines.
