Your generosity through our Spread JOY 40th Anniversary campaign raised $44,500 that’s already changing lives! Because of your partnership, grades 7-12 students are now gaining job-ready skills in sewing, cooking, baking, gardening, woodworking, & hospitality. Social workers will visit our Deaf students’ families during the summer months, ensuring no child is forgotten. New students will

As the Christmas season filled hearts with hope and homes with celebration, IDEA continued its mission of spreading joy through our annual Christmas shopping activity for our Deaf students. With wish lists in hand and guidance from our dedicated teachers and staff, our Deaf students explored the stores, choosing items that aligned with their needs,

In November 2025, a group of ten traveled to Bohol to visit our Deaf students. They spent the week leading Vacation Bible School (VBS) at five school sites through Bible lessons, games, and crafts. Students look forward to these visits all year long! This trip was a meaningful opportunity for those new to IDEA to

We’re thrilled to invite you to our triennial Deaf Festival, which brings together students, alumni, and staff from all over Bohol for a time of celebration through games, performances, and meals together! Connect with Our Community: Strengthen Faith and See Programs: Please indicate your interest to James Movius at jmovius@ideadeaf.org to receive updates! WATCH THE

We want to take a moment to highlight and celebrate you, our child sponsorship partners. Whether you recently signed up to sponsor your first Deaf child or you have sponsored multiple kiddos through the years, please know how deeply grateful we are for you. Many of you began sponsoring after learning of us at your

The Tiptip Deaf Church had an incredible and faith-filled 2025. Under the leadership of Pastor Roy, the members held a two-day family camp focused on building Christ-centered homes, helping families rediscover the joy of growing together in faith, love, and service. It was a meaningful time of reflection, bonding, and learning that profoundly uplifted the

Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!    2 Corinthians 9:15 Christmas is just around the corner, and once again, we are blessed to help make dreams come true. This year marks another joyful season of IDEA and LIAD’s annual Christmas shopping for our Deaf beneficiaries in Bohol and in Leyte. From carefully written wish

As Board President, it’s a joy for me to reflect on 40 years of God’s faithfulness through IDEA. What began with Dennis Drake and five young Deaf students has grown into a community that continues to change lives today. Dennis once said, “My wish is for them to grow up healthy and hopeful, believing in

In the Philippines, Christmas is the longest season of the year, beginning as early as September. On IDEA’s campuses, this season brings decorations hung with care, Christmas songs practiced in sign language, and a sense of excitement that builds week by week. For most students, IDEA’s celebrations also provide them with their only Christmas gifts.