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Our people

Meet the dedicated leaders, trustees, ambassadors, volunteers, and partners who share a common mission of creating hope and enabling potential for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families.

Board of trustees

Providing leadership, governance, and strategic direction to ensure the fulfillment of the mission and vision of Elpis Association Inc.

  • Jhonatan Cearil C. Lazaro

    President

  • Mitch Alexander Guiller B. Lazaro

    Vice President

  • Ryan E. Adan

    Corporate Secretary

  • Armi Lopez Sotto

    Treasurer

  • Zeus Aurelius L. Briones

    Auditor

Honorary partners

Our valued partners who generously support the mission and advocacies of Elpis.

  • Audrey A. Aljibe

    Honorary partner

  • Crisanto Evangelista Gahol Jr.

    Honorary partner

  • Elmer M. Ayuda

    Honorary partner

  • Kent Charles E. Laurente

    Honorary partner

  • Virginio L. Tolica

    Honorary partner

  • Veronica R. Siy

    Honorary partner

  • Theressa Kathrina DL. Cabrera

    Honorary partner

Hope ambassadors

Passionate individuals who champion inclusion, awareness, and acceptance in the community.

  • Gian Michael M. Samson

    Hope ambassador

    I believe in the power of compassion to create change.

  • Jhunie Rose L. Lazaro

    Hope ambassador

    Together, we can build a more inclusive world for every child.

  • Joey T. Ferrer

    Hope ambassador

    Service to others is the true expression of compassion.

  • Khent Charles E. Laurente

    Hope ambassador

    Hope is not a wish for tomorrow, but a commitment we live today.

  • Virginio L. Tolica

    Hope ambassador

    I will be a voice for inclusion and a bridge of understanding.

  • Veronica R. Siy

    Hope ambassador

    By lifting others up, we create a brighter future.

Core volunteers

The heart of our daily operations and community activities.

  • Angelica D. Reyes

    Volunteer Coordinator

    Joined: Jan 2025

    Leads volunteer engagement and community outreach initiatives.

  • Maria Fe P. Santos

    Program Volunteer

    Joined: Feb 2025

    Supports therapy assistance programs and beneficiary engagement.

  • Lorenzo G. Villanueva

    Logistics Volunteer

    Joined: Mar 2025

    Manages logistics, events support, and resource distribution.

  • Rachel M. Dela Cruz

    Documentation Volunteer

    Joined: Apr 2025

    Handles documentation, reports, and records management.

  • John Paulo T. Reyes

    Community Volunteer

    Joined: May 2025

    Assists in community activities and family support programs.

  • Lea B. Garcia

    Events Volunteer

    Joined: May 2025

    Supports events, fundraising activities, and special projects.

Organizational structure

  • General assembly
    • Board of trustees
      • President
      • Vice President
      • Corporate Secretary
      • Treasurer
      • Auditor
  • Programs & Services Committee
  • Finance & Resource Committee
  • Membership & Volunteer Committee
  • Communications & Advocacy Committee
  • Audit & Compliance Committee

Volunteers & community partners

Be part of our growing family

Together, we can create hope and enable potential for every child with ASD and their family.