ABOUT US
Turning Passion Into Action
Project Barkada was formed by Deirdre Levy, Joey Golja, and Lugao Kasberg in New York City, the epicenter of Covid-19 pandemic, during the Spring of 2020 as a way to help those in the community most at risk. We work with local businesses to get food and drinks to our front line healthcare providers and people in need. Since March of 2020 we’ve delivered over 180,000 meals, spanning all five boroughs of New York City and back in the Philippines. We also deliver PPE, water, medicine, and other supplies as needed by folks. “Barkada” means a group of friends in Tagalog, the main language of the Philippine Islands. As Filipinx-Americans, this grassroots effort brings people together in our community to help anyone in need.
FOUNDERS
Stronger together
DEIRDRE LEVY
Deirdre is a special educator in Brooklyn. In addition to being a remote learning teacher during the COVID19 pandemic, Deirdre schedules, organizes and facilitates the deliveries through #projectbarkada. She also volunteers in mutual aid efforts by delivering PPE to seniors in NYCHA housing. For more information, check out deirdrelevy.com.
JOEY GOLJA
Joey Golja is the owner of SNAP HD Photo booth, Garage Goat NYC, Boutique Vinyl Tito Boys Burger's and Tito Papas. Former event coordinator for MTV, Joey believes in developing relationships with other people to help friends in need. Joey’s partnerships have allowed him to get creative with #projectbarkada’s goals. Be on the lookout for the next art show or car wash. Joey believes that any creative idea can help others.
LUGAO KASBERG
Lugao Kasberg is a social artist using film and photography to help communities. He has documented Project Barkada's process from inception to delivery. Lugao believes in working with other heart-centered people to create positive long lasting change. He strives for global peace. Visit Lugao.co to learn more about his work.
OUR IMPACT
We believe in collaboration with other heart-centered initiatives, organizations, and businesses. Through these relationship it has allowed us to expand our impact throughout the five boroughs of NYC and beyond. Below has been our main focuses in serving our communities most impacted by Covid-19.
PPE FOR FRONTLINERS
One Step at a Time
At Project Barkada, we are dedicated to stepping up our efforts in addressing this issue. Health Clinic is by no means an easy feat, but through cooperation and community empowerment we believe we can facilitate progress in this area. We are always striving to make a difference, and invite you to learn more and lend your support.
HOMELESS OUTREACH
Helping The Community
With this initiative, our goal is to promote great opportunities for those in need. With access to the right resources, people can become empowered by their own abilities and gain the confidence to fulfill their potential. Learn more about our work by getting in touch with our team today.
FOOD DONATION DROP-OFF
Reinforcing our Commitment
With our organization’s mission always in mind, we strive to find new strategies for dealing with this challenge. Food Donation Drop-Off is something that we take very seriously, and our team is working each and every day to make a positive impact. Contact us to learn more about our commitment to this cause.