Frequently Asked Questions

What has the K been up to since June 2018?

The K experienced a variety of operations and governance challenges in the past four years. We scaled back our operations to minimize our expenses by moving out of our office space in the SKETCH Admin Hub and becoming entirely volunteer-run. We also experienced turnover on our Board of Directors. We are taking what we have learned the past few years to ensure that the K continues to serve the community in a way that is financially and operationally sustainable.

The K’s current Board of Directors and volunteers remain hopeful and committed to reviving what was once a thriving hub for Filipinx youth, cultural expression, and community in the Greater Toronto Area. Despite our limited resources, we are still here and we are rebuilding!

What does “rebuilding” mean for the K?

It means…

Reevaluating our mission, vision, and values in order to align closer with the needs of our growing, vibrant community.

Restructuring our operations and governance. This involves growing our team, revising our by-laws and policies, improving our processes, adapting our programming, and searching for new opportunities to generate revenue. This could look like not having a physical space but becoming more mobile and migrating some of our programming online with the support of our community.

Is there a timeline for “rebuilding”?

At the moment we work towards a moving target as we reevaluate and restructure Kapisanan. Internally, we have formed committees by recruiting board members and volunteers. This ensures that we meet all the basic requirements of an incorporated charity such as filing our annual tax returns, holding AGMs, regular strategic planning, budgeting, etc. We are focused on keeping our charitable status in good standing and developing a system to run the K sustainably.

As for a target date, it’s difficult to say in concrete terms. COVID-19 has changed our initial plans considerably, and its long-term effects may affect our rebuilding efforts.

Who’s on the team?

While we currently have no Executive Director or paid staff, we are a small (but mighty!) team of volunteers. Feel free to visit our Team Page to get to know more about us!

Does the K have a physical space?

The Kapisanan does not have a physical space. However, we have a mailbox at the following address: 2967 Dundas St. West #309 Toronto, ON, Canada, M6P 1Z2

Are there any active programs? What’s happening with Kultura?

Currently, we have no active programs. However, we are in the process of exploring new opportunities for future events and programs. For example: in 2020, we participated in the MIGRATION Residency with UKAI Projects to prototype an interactive, virtual Kultura. We are also working hard writing grants and applying for funding to revive our programming. You can stay tuned for updates on our newsletter (at the bottom of this web page) and socials (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)!

How can I get in contact with The K?

Feel free to email us at outreach@kapisanancentre.com. Keep in mind, we are a team of volunteers operating on fluctuating capacity during this time, so please allow us 2-3 business days to respond!

I love the K! How can I get involved right now?

We are always looking for volunteers, and currently we are in need of those with specific skill sets such us in non-profit accounting and communications. Make sure to check out our Opportunities page for our latest posting. We also have a newsletter you can sign up for at the bottom of the page, and you can follow our socials to stay connected on updates about future involvement. (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)

For future reference, feel free to fill out this form, so we can get in touch with you if we come across a role that fits.

(Last updated: June 10, 2021)