Social service financing in the Philippines faces mounting pressure. Agencies like PhilHealth continue to warn of budget shortfalls as healthcare demands rise. Local governments and NGOs are responding with hybrid financing models — blending government grants, private partnerships, and donor programs to fill the gap.
A standout example is the Quezon City–Ateneo Policy Center collaboration, which applies design-thinking methods to build sustainable health financing systems. The 2025 General Appropriations Act also outlines broader reforms for how public funds are distributed to social sectors.
Experts emphasize that transparency and accountability are vital to sustaining public trust. As needs in healthcare, education, and welfare expand, new approaches — such as social impact bonds or community-driven funding — could help build resilient systems that serve vulnerable populations more effectively.