Leadership and Governance
Responsible oversight of programs, partnerships, and organizational operations to ensure ethical, transparent, and accountable delivery of services.
Executive Leadership
Founder & President
Ilyne Cendy Root is an education professional and nonprofit executive with experience in instructional leadership, program development, and cross-cultural education initiatives.
Vice President
Joseph Root provides executive and operational leadership, supporting organizational planning, program coordination, and partnership development.
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors provides independent governance and oversight to ensure the Foundation operates in alignment with its mission, ethical standards, and applicable nonprofit regulations under the Internal Revenue Service. The Board is responsible for reviewing organizational performance, ensuring accountability in program delivery, and supporting long-term strategic direction.
Board Members
Board Director
Reyshyl Durban provides leadership in education management, youth development, and community-based programming.
Board Director
A licensed educator with over 13 years of teaching experience in the Philippines and the United States.
Board Director
An experienced international educator with over 15 years of teaching experience across multiple countries.