Here to love and serve
Christ-centered healthcare is the foundation of empowerment. Through comprehensive medical care guided by Christian compassion, education, and unwavering integrity, we help men, women, children, and veterans break cycles of poverty and achieve lasting self-sufficiency.
Our Mission
At gigiSafeHOUSE, in partnership with Garcia Family Medicine, we understand that Christ-centered healthcare is the essential foundation upon which all empowerment is built. Without access to quality medical care guided by Christian compassion, education becomes secondary, employment opportunities diminish, and the cycle of poverty perpetuates. Our mission recognizes healthcare as critical infrastructure for human dignity, providing comprehensive medical care alongside faith-based education and support to help men, women, children, and veterans lift themselves from challenging situations through God's grace.
We believe that Christ-centered healthcare access is a fundamental human right that unlocks potential and restores dignity. When people have reliable medical care rooted in Christian values, they can focus on education, pursue employment, and plan for their future without the fear of medical emergencies derailing their progress. Our approach treats healthcare not as charity, but as essential infrastructure guided by faith that enables individuals and families to build self-sufficient, empowered lives with integrity and hope through Christ's love.
From Our Founder
"Christ-centered healthcare is the cornerstone of empowerment - without it, education and opportunity become secondary concerns. Together with Garcia Family Medicine, we've created something transformative: a mission that recognizes faith-based healthcare as the essential foundation for breaking cycles of poverty. When we provide comprehensive medical care with dignity, integrity, and Christian compassion, we enable men, women, children, and veterans to focus on education, pursue their goals, and build self-sufficient lives through God's grace. Healthcare isn't just part of our services - it's the infrastructure that makes all other empowerment possible, guided by Christ's love for all people."
— Gigi Escalante Garcia, Founder & President
Gigi's True Story: The Foundation of Our Mission
Discover the personal journey that inspired the creation of gigiSafeHOUSE through Gigi Escalante Garcia's autobiographical children's book - a heartwarming true story of resilience, love, and service.
Bahay Kubo
The House Where
Love Grows
Bahay Kubo - The House Where Love Grows
An Autobiographical True Story by Gigi Escalante Garcia
This beautifully illustrated children's book tells Gigi's real-life story of growing up in a traditional Filipino Bahay Kubo, learning the values of love, service, and community that would later inspire her to create gigiSafeHOUSE. A celebration of Filipino heritage and the universal power of love to transform lives.
Support our mission with a $25+ donation and receive this inspiring eBook as our thank-you gift!
Receive Gigi's inspiring story as a thank-you gift for your donation to support gigiSafeHOUSE
How Gigi's Story Became Our Mission
The Foundation: Bahay Kubo Values
Growing up in a traditional Filipino Bahay Kubo taught Gigi that a home is more than shelter - it's where love grows, families are nurtured, and communities are built. This understanding became the cornerstone of gigiSafeHOUSE's mission.
Love in Action: From Story to Service
Gigi's childhood experiences of witnessing love transform lives through simple acts of service inspired her vision for gigiSafeHOUSE. Her story shows how Filipino values of "kapamilya" (treating others as family) became the heart of our approach to serving those in need.
Growing Through Heritage
This true story celebrates how cultural heritage and family values can inspire modern missions of service. Gigi's journey from a small Bahay Kubo to founding gigiSafeHOUSE demonstrates that love, when put into action, can grow into something that transforms entire communities.
"This book isn't just my story - it's the story of how love, rooted in heritage and expressed through service, can grow into a mission that serves hundreds of families. Every page reflects the values that guide gigiSafeHOUSE today."
— Gigi Escalante Garcia, Founder
Perfect for Families, Educators, and Community Leaders
For Families
Teach children about Filipino heritage, family values, and how love grows through service to others.
For Educators
Perfect classroom resource for lessons on cultural diversity, community service, and character development.
For Community Leaders
Inspiring example of how personal stories and cultural values can drive meaningful social change.
Our Impact Since 2012
Bringing families together through love, service, and community support
500+
Families Served
2,000+
Meals Provided
150+
Mental Health Sessions
12
Years of Service
Our Services
Christ-Centered Healthcare Foundation
Through our partnership with Garcia Family Medicine, we provide comprehensive medical care guided by Christian compassion as the essential foundation for empowerment.
Faith-Based Education & Resources
Educational resources, life skills training, and workshops rooted in Christian values help families build knowledge and confidence for lasting self-sufficiency through God's grace.
Food Security with Christian Love
Nutritious meals and food assistance provided with Christian compassion ensure families can focus on growth rather than survival, reflecting God's provision.
Veterans & Families Ministry
Specialized support for veterans and military families, providing Christ-centered trauma-informed care and community connections that honor their service and God's calling.
Your support provides nutritious meals and hope for families in need
Complete Merchandise Catalog
Show your support for gigiSafeHOUSE with our quality merchandise featuring the GFM GSH logo. Every purchase is a donation that directly supports our mission to love and serve families in need.
8 products found
Community Hoodie - Pullover
Cozy pullover hoodie featuring the GFM GSH logo and "Here to Love and Serve" message. Perfect for st...
Features:
- ✓Soft fleece-lined interior
- ✓Spacious front pocket
- ✓Adjustable drawstring hood
Product Details
Materials: 80% Cotton, 20% Polyester blend, Fleece-lined
Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low, do not bleach
Shipping Weight: 1.2 lbs
Community Hoodie - Zip-Up
Versatile zip-up hoodie with embroidered GFM GSH logo. Easy to layer and perfect for any weather whi...
Features:
- ✓Full-zip front closure
- ✓Soft fleece-lined interior
- ✓Front pockets with reinforced stitching
Product Details
Materials: 80% Cotton, 20% Polyester blend, Fleece-lined
Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low, do not bleach
Shipping Weight: 1.3 lbs
Community Tote Bag
Durable canvas tote bag featuring the GFM GSH logo and "Here to Love and Serve" message. Perfect for...
Features:
- ✓Heavy-duty canvas construction
- ✓Reinforced double-stitched handles
- ✓Spacious interior (15" x 16")
Product Details
Materials: 100% Heavy-duty canvas, Reinforced handles
Care: Machine wash cold, air dry
Shipping Weight: 0.4 lbs
Hope Hat - Baseball Cap
Classic baseball cap with embroidered GFM GSH logo. Adjustable fit for comfort and style while suppo...
Features:
- ✓Structured cotton twill construction
- ✓Embroidered logo application
- ✓Adjustable snapback closure
Product Details
Materials: 100% Cotton twill, Structured crown
Care: Spot clean only, air dry
Shipping Weight: 0.2 lbs
Mission Car Decal
Show your support on the road. Large weather-resistant car decal featuring the GFM GSH logo....
Features:
- ✓Automotive-grade vinyl
- ✓UV and weather resistant
- ✓6" x 4" size
Product Details
Materials: Automotive-grade vinyl, UV-resistant
Care: Clean surface before application
Shipping Weight: 0.1 lbs
Mission Coffee Mug - 11oz
Start your day with purpose. Quality ceramic coffee mug featuring the GFM GSH logo and inspirational...
Features:
- ✓High-quality ceramic construction
- ✓Professional logo application
- ✓Comfortable C-handle design
Product Details
Materials: High-quality ceramic, Microwave and dishwasher safe
Care: Dishwasher safe, microwave safe
Shipping Weight: 0.8 lbs
Mission Coffee Mug - 15oz
Large capacity ceramic mug for those who need more caffeine to fuel their service. Features the GFM ...
Features:
- ✓Large 15 oz capacity
- ✓High-quality ceramic construction
- ✓Professional logo application
Product Details
Materials: High-quality ceramic, Microwave and dishwasher safe
Care: Dishwasher safe, microwave safe
Shipping Weight: 1 lbs
Mission Sticker Pack
Spread awareness everywhere you go. Weather-resistant vinyl sticker pack featuring various GFM GSH l...
Features:
- ✓Pack of 5 assorted stickers
- ✓Weather-resistant vinyl
- ✓Fade-resistant printing
Product Details
Materials: Weather-resistant vinyl, Fade-resistant ink
Care: Surface clean with damp cloth
Shipping Weight: 0.1 lbs
Every Purchase Makes a Difference
When you purchase merchandise from gigiSafeHOUSE, you're not just getting quality items - you're directly supporting our mission to provide healthcare, education, and essential services to families in need throughout the Kansas City area.
Love in Action
Your purchase funds direct assistance to families in crisis
Community Service
Support healthcare, education, and essential services
Quality & Impact
High-quality products that make a lasting difference
How to Order
Choose your merchandise options and add to gift bag
Secure payment processing with tax-deductible receipt
Digital items: Download link sent immediately after donation verification
Physical items shipped directly to you or available for pickup
All purchases are tax-deductible donations. You'll receive a receipt with our EIN for your records.
Stories of Hope
"gigiSafeHOUSE gave my family hope when we had nowhere else to turn. The support we received helped us get back on our feet."
— Maria R., Mother of 3
"The mental health support I received here saved my life. I'm grateful for the compassionate care and understanding."
— John D., Community Member
"This organization truly lives up to its mission. They treated me with dignity and respect during my hardest times."
— Sarah M., Program Participant
"The food assistance and community support helped me focus on finding work. Now I'm employed and giving back."
— Robert L., Former Client
"When I was being physically and mentally abused by my spouse, gigiSafeHOUSE provided secure housing for me and my twins. They gave us safety and a fresh start."
— Darryl, Father of Twins
"I was kicked out when my stepmother sold the house without telling me. In my early 20s with no experience living alone, gigiSafeHOUSE gave me temporary housing for years until I could save and stand on my own feet."
— Cody, Program Graduate
"Love cannot remain by itself — it has no meaning. Love has to be put into action and that action is service."
Make a Difference Today
Your tax-deductible donation helps us provide essential services to families in need. Every dollar makes a difference.
Your donation is tax-deductible. You'll receive a receipt with our EIN (46-1634016) after completing your donation.
Healthcare Partnership
+Healthcare as the Foundation of Human Empowerment
Our partnership with Garcia Family Medicine represents the core of our empowerment philosophy: healthcare is the essential infrastructure that makes all other progress possible. Without reliable medical care, individuals cannot focus on education, cannot maintain employment, and cannot break free from cycles of poverty. Together, we serve men, women, children, and veterans with integrity, recognizing that healthcare access is the foundation upon which dignity and self-sufficiency are built.
Through this transformative partnership, we provide full-year Direct Primary Care memberships that remove healthcare as a barrier to empowerment. When people have reliable medical care, they can pursue education, seek employment, and plan for their future without the constant fear of medical emergencies derailing their progress. This is empowerment in its truest form - creating the stable foundation necessary for individuals and families to lift themselves up with dignity.
What This Means for Our Clients:
- ✓Unlimited primary care visits with no copays
- ✓Same-day or next-day appointments
- ✓24/7 access to healthcare providers
- ✓Preventive care and chronic disease management
- ✓Mental health support integrated with primary care
Your donation directly invests in the foundation of human empowerment through Christ-centered care. Each $1,200 donation provides one adult with a full year of comprehensive medical care, while $600 provides one child with complete healthcare coverage - the essential infrastructure that enables education, employment, and the pursuit of self-sufficiency. Healthcare isn't just a service we provide; it's the cornerstone that makes all other empowerment possible, guided by Christian compassion.
A Symbiotic Partnership: Where Healthcare Meets Human Services
Supporting our veterans and military families with comprehensive care and dignity
Garcia Family Medicine
Provides the medical foundation that enables everything else. Through Direct Primary Care, we ensure that healthcare barriers don't prevent individuals from focusing on education, employment, and personal growth.
- ✓Comprehensive medical care without insurance barriers
- ✓Mental health integration with primary care
- ✓Preventive care that keeps people healthy and productive
gigiSafeHOUSE
Builds on the healthcare foundation to provide comprehensive social support that addresses the full spectrum of human needs - from immediate crisis intervention to long-term empowerment.
- ✓Emergency shelter and transitional housing
- ✓Food assistance and nutritional support
- ✓Educational resources and job training
The Power of Integration
Together, Garcia Family Medicine and gigiSafeHOUSE create a comprehensive ecosystem where healthcare security enables social progress, and social support enhances health outcomes. This symbiotic relationship ensures that no one falls through the cracks - whether their primary need is medical care, housing, food, or education.
Healthcare Stability
Enables focus on education, employment, and life goals
Social Support
Addresses immediate needs while building long-term capacity
Sustainable Empowerment
Creates lasting change through dignity and self-sufficiency
Real Impact Through Partnership
When individuals have both healthcare security and comprehensive social support, they can break free from survival mode and focus on building sustainable, empowered lives. This is how we transform not just individual circumstances, but entire families and communities.
100%
Healthcare coverage for our clients
24/7
Medical access availability
500+
Families served with Christ-centered care
12
Years of integrated service
Get Involved
Join our team of dedicated volunteers making a difference in the Kansas City community. We have opportunities for everyone, regardless of time commitment or skills.
Food Distribution
Help sort, pack, and distribute food to families in need.
Administrative Support
Assist with office tasks, data entry, and program coordination.
Event Planning
Help organize fundraisers and community outreach events.
🎵 Traditional Filipino Folk Song: "Bahay Kubo"
A beautiful melody that inspired Gigi's childhood memories