FAQ

Common questions regarding Lugait Online! and The Lugaitnons, Inc. (TLI)

What is Lugait Online!

Lugait Online! is a web-based community portal for Lugaitnons, the 1st project of TLI. Lugait Online! aims to be the center of communication of Lugaitnons residing around the world via world-wide-web (the internet). Lugait Online! offers current news and activities in Lugait , which includes photos and videos on various activities. The site also features social networking of Lugaitnons in a form of user groups, individual profiles, bulletins, and instant messaging. Lugait Online! Is designed to be a dynamic website for Lugaitnons wherein users can submit their own news, views, ads, greetings, announcements, photos, videos, and more.....

What is TLI?

TLI stands for The Lugaitnons, Inc. - a private non-profit charitable organization formed by a group of fellow Lugaitnons for the purpose of uniting concerned Lugaitnons throughout the world through the use of the World Wide Web as one entity to help and give support to the people of our beloved hometown, Lugait Misamis Oriental. TLI is dedicated to charitable purposes only and no part of the net income shall be used for the benefit of any officers or members. TLI’s activities will take NO part in carrying on propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation and will NOT participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office.

Who are the members of Lugait Online! And what are the benefits of being a member in the site?

Every interested Lugaitnons or visitors can be a member of Lugait Online! Website.All members can submit their own news, ads, announcements, comments, photos, videos, and have their own profiles, groups, bulletins, blogs, etc. Being a member of Lugait Online! Does NOT mean you are also a member of TLI..TLI membership is entirely a different thing and is purely voluntary.

What are the goals and/or purpose of TLI?

Currently TLI’s goal is to involve Lugaitnons around the world to be a part of our group to provide public service through charitable ventures that will benefit the people of Lugait Misamis Oriental.TLI’s goal, with the help of TLI members, is to establish projects that could aid the people of Lugait in all ages. Projects can, but not limited to School Grants, Scholarship Programs, Feeding Programs, etc.

Is TLI registered with the Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission?

Yes. TLI has been duly registered with SEC.

Who are the officers of TLI and how are they compensated for their services?

The organizers of TLI are as follows with their corresponding positions:

Evan (Vaniks) Nazareno – President
Anna Faye (Anet) Mendoza-Lee – Vice President
Alan (Dodong) Leong, Jr. – Treasurer
Carla Faye (Bing) Mendoza-Uhuad – Secretary
Monroe (Don2x) Insik – Public Relations Officer

The services of the above mentioned officers are strictly voluntary. There is no monetary compensation awarded to the above mentioned Officers or to any Officers or Committee officials elected herein forward. A simple Thank You is all we need!

How do I join TLI?

Simply email us your intent to join at info@lugaitonline.com or you may contact Anna Mendoza at +1-310-621-2865 for more details. Once we receive your intent to join, we will send you the Articles of Incorporation and the Bylaws. We will also send you updates of the association specifically relating to current and upcoming projects for our hometown- Lugait, Misamis Oriental.

What are the benefits of joining TLI?

There are no monetary benefits that TLI can offer; however, helping somebody in need is more rewarding and fulfilling than any monetary value.Some projects of TLI may need Leaders and volunteers to implement and complete a project. There will be opportunities to be trained for Leaders and members of certain projects. For members who are team players and love to do challenging work in a team, working with TLI projects can be more than fun and rewarding.For members who are willing to donate, all donations will be published in the website.

Is there a membership fee? How much?

Yes, there is a membership fee every year of Php 500.00 pesos. This fee will allow us to fund our main communication tool, our website Lugait Online! Our membership fee along with any donations from our benefactors will be used to fund all of TLI’s projects.

Does my membership expire after I join TLI?

Yes, TLI’s membership will expire every year unless the membership fee is satisfied. To be a member of TLI, you must pay your yearly dues of Php 500.00 pesos. Old members who don't pay the yearly membership fees, they will be categorized as inactive members.