HOPE builds 25 classrooms in 2025, according to its latest Impact Report, marking another year of expansion for the education-focused nonprofit organization. The initiative, carried out with partner businesses and organizations, adds to the group’s long-running efforts to address classroom shortages in public schools, particularly in underserved communities.
The newly completed and ongoing classroom projects are part of HOPE’s broader commitment to improving access to quality education in the Philippines, with a focus on geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas known as “last mile schools.”
HOPE Builds 25 Classrooms in 2025, Expands Reach to Last Mile Schools
From its founding in 2012 through 2025, HOPE has now built a total of 167 public-school classrooms across the country. The organization estimates that more than 53,000 Filipino children have benefited from safer and more conducive learning spaces as a result of these projects.
The 25 classrooms built or initiated in 2025 represent one of the group’s key milestones for the year. Some of these classrooms have already been completed, while others are currently under construction.
HOPE, the Philippines’ first certified B Corp and a pioneering impact organization, said its strategy continues to prioritize support for public school classrooms in remote and underserved areas. These so-called “last mile schools” often face challenges such as overcrowded rooms, limited facilities, and difficult access due to geographic isolation.
Education advocates have long cited classroom shortages as a major issue in the Philippine education sector, particularly in rural provinces where student populations continue to grow.
Key Details From the 2025 Impact Report
- 25 classrooms built or underway in 2025
- 167 total classrooms constructed since 2012
- Over 53,000 students served nationwide
- Focus on public school classrooms in remote areas
HOPE Chairperson and Founder Nanette Medved-Po acknowledged the role of partners and supporters in sustaining the organization’s work.
“I am deeply grateful to be rooted in the work of HOPE at a time when the world continues to ask so much of the human spirit,” Medved-Po said in the report. “The past year was shaped by people who chose HOPE and translated that choice into action through partnerships, communities, and everyday decisions that moved our work forward.”
Generation HOPE Launches With Major Brand Partnerships
Another major development in 2025 is the launch of Generation HOPE, a campaign that brings together several well-known brands to help fund and support the construction of more public-school classrooms.
Participating companies include:
- BDO
- Carmen’s Best
- Sunnies
- Grab
- SM Supermalls
- The Aivee Clinic
- Penshoppe
Through various merchandise collaborations and consumer-driven initiatives, the campaign aims to encourage more Filipinos to contribute to classroom-building efforts.
According to HOPE, Generation HOPE is designed to make participation accessible to the public by linking everyday purchases and brand partnerships to social impact.
“To every individual who chooses to support, share, and participate, this is your impact,” Medved-Po said. “Your belief fuels this work and allows hope to reach more communities, classrooms, and futures across the Philippines.”
Background: Classroom Gaps in the Philippine Education Sector
The issue of classroom shortages has long affected the country’s public education system. In many provinces, students share overcrowded classrooms or attend shifts due to limited space. Last mile schools, often located in mountainous or island communities, face even greater challenges because of transportation barriers and infrastructure limitations.
Government agencies, private sector partners, and nonprofit groups have implemented various programs to address these gaps. HOPE’s model focuses on mobilizing corporate partners and consumers to raise funds for school infrastructure projects.
As the Philippines continues to prioritize education reform and improved access to learning, infrastructure development remains a key concern. Efforts like classroom construction complement broader reforms in curriculum, teacher training, and digital access.
What to Watch Next
With HOPE builds 25 classrooms in 2025 marking a new milestone, attention now turns to:
- The completion timeline of classrooms currently under construction
- Expansion of Generation HOPE partnerships in 2026
- Potential new target areas for last mile schools
- Collaboration with government agencies for scaling efforts
HOPE’s Impact Report indicates that the organization intends to continue investing in public school classrooms as part of its long-term strategy.
As classroom demand remains high in many parts of the country, sustained partnerships and funding will likely determine how quickly additional facilities can be delivered.
The milestone that HOPE builds 25 classrooms in 2025 adds to more than a decade of classroom construction efforts in the Philippines. With 167 classrooms built since 2012 and over 53,000 students served, the organization’s work reflects ongoing efforts to address infrastructure gaps in public education particularly in last mile schools.
As Generation HOPE gains traction with major brand partners, the coming years will show whether collaborative funding models can help accelerate the delivery of more public-school classrooms nationwide.
