Faith in Action. Science with Purpose. Hope for Every Mother and Child.
“He has filled the hungry with good things.” Luke 1:53
Mary’s Cradle is a Canada–Philippines initiative currently in the planning and development stage, focused on improving maternal health, strengthening child nutrition, and supporting women through community-based, science-informed approaches.
Grounded in faith and guided by evidence, we aim to bring together nutrition, education, women’s leadership, and community engagement — so mothers and children in underserved communities can thrive.
Developed under the guidance of FCA Global Growth Ltd. (Canada), Mary’s Cradle is shaping a multi-stakeholder model that connects development agencies, community organizations, academic partners, and local governments serving Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDA). The initiative is currently preparing program designs, collaboration frameworks, and research plans that will guide future implementation.
Our Vision
A Philippines where every mother and child can flourish — grounded in better nutrition, improved maternal health literacy, strengthened community support, and locally led pathways to well-being and resilience.
Our Mission & Working Model
Our Mission
Our mission is to explore and develop evidence-informed programs that support the health and resilience of women and children. Working with local and international partners, we aim to design a 2–3-year model that integrates compassion, community leadership, and science-informed approaches.
Our Working Model
Mary’s Cradle follows a locally inspired, globally supported framework built around five guiding pillars:
1. Global Development Collaboration
We seek to engage international development and faith-based partners to support future pilot programs and potential scale-up pathways.
2. Community-Led Engagement
Local organizations are envisioned to lead outreach, women’s leadership activities, and family engagement — grounded in shared values and community strengths.
3. Science-Informed Solutions
All planned nutrition interventions align with WHO guidance and national standards. Product development and validation will follow appropriate research and regulatory processes.
4. Academic Participation
Universities and learning institutions may support research, training, and capacity building as partnerships develop.
5. Family-Centered Approach
Every activity is designed to support both mothers and children, recognizing families as the foundation of lasting change.
Our Focus Areas
• Maternal Health and Nutrition — exploring fortified food concepts and practical nutrition education designed to support women’s health in underserved communities.
• Child Growth and Development — developing science-informed interventions that aim to address the factors contributing to stunting and early childhood undernutrition.
• Community Empowerment — promoting women-led participation, training, and local capacity-building to strengthen family and community well-being.
Mary’s Cradle stands for compassion in action — a bridge between science, community, and sustainability.