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For those looking to help victims affected by Typhoon Agaton, Shopee invites users to donate through its partner charities found on the app.
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May 2, 2022
Shopee extends aid towards Typhoon Agaton Victims together with brand partners and Shopee Xpress
April 27, 2022
foodpanda, Blas Ople Center partner for expansion of BuyAnihan Palengke livelihood program
foodpanda and Blas Ople Center officially launch the "BuyAnihan Palengke" at the special one-day food bazaar held at Emerald Avenue in Ortigas.
(L-R: Daniel Marogy, Managing Director of foodpanda Philippines, Toots Ople of Blas F. Ople Policy Center and Training Institute, Hans Leo Cacdac Administrator of OWWA and Leopoldo De Castro Jr, foodpanda Philippines finance director)
Leading quick commerce platform provider foodpanda has partnered with the Blas F. Ople Policy Center and Training Institute for the expansion of the BuyAnihan Palengke CSR initiative aimed at helping enterprising Filipinos become resellers of fresh produce sourced directly from local farmers.
The project transforms its beneficiaries to community resellers of fresh produce sourced directly from the farms and thereafter transported to BuyAnihan Palengke distribution hubs in Metro Manila. This results to livelihood opportunities for the beneficiaries, better prices to the farmers for the sale of their produce, and fresh quality products for consumer.
Dubbed as a Fruits and Veggies Street Fest, the outdoor food bazaar exhibit featured fresh vegetables & fruits and food & refreshments sold by the program’s beneficiaries.
“This project started as a local program “Salubong ng Carrots Atbp.” of the Caloocan City Government through its Caloocan Anti-Drug Abuse Office (CADAO) with the Diocese of Caloocan City to provide a sustainable livelihood to several of the city’s reformed drug dependents and displaced workers become vegetable resellers. It inspired us from the private sector partners - the Philippine Seven Corporation and foodpanda Philippines to participate and scale the program to reach other cities and people. It was the embodiment of the Filipino Bayanihan Spirit that this country is known for.” said Daniel Marogy, Managing Director of foodpanda Philippines.
Marogy explained that the special one-day food bazaar at Emerald Avenue in Ortigas marked a new phase of the project.
“And so we soft launch today the BuyAnihan Palengke Group Buy App that will help the program reach a wider market and make affordable fresh produce even more accessible to consumers. As we move forward with this project, BuyAnihan Palengke will be known not just as a CSR initiative but as a revolutionary social enterprise powered by a technology platform.” declared Marogy.
On top of the event’s food offerings, a tent was dedicated for the recruitment of potential new resellers of the project where interested visitors of the event may sign-up and be shown how the app works.
Expanding the project’s beneficiaries
Staying true to its objective of providing the underserved sector with a source of income, BuyAnihan Palengke’s resellers now include repatriated Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), local farmers, out-of-school youths, and solo parents, among others. It is also opening its doors to interested resellers as well as foodpanda’s own partner delivery riders.
The outdoor food bazaar was the first collaboration between foodpanda and Ople Center, a labor non-profit organization (NGO) and a known advocate of initiatives that aid struggling Filipinos looking for livelihood.
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| Susan Ople, President of Blas F. Ople Center |
“Unemployment and the lack of alternative sources of livelihood are two of the most serious economic dilemmas we are facing today. This project is a timely solution to this problem as we are able to onboard multiple sectors in just one program and provide them with a viable income stream,” tells Susan Ople, President of Blas F. Ople Center.
The CSR project includes training both OFWs and riders with basic skills and information necessary to prepare them for their new journey as resellers.
“With the expansion of the BuyAnihan Palengke livelihood program, we strive to innovate and look for more ways to help our stakeholders. We are happy and excited to see even more Filipinos get these livelihood opportunities,” says Leopoldo De Castro Jr, foodpanda Philippines finance director.
As foodpanda gives its full support to the launch event, its cute and adorable mascot, Pau-Pau also made his first public appearance as one of the event’s main attractions, visiting the bazaar’s various tents of food and vegetable offerings and greeting the bazaar visitors.
The BuyAnihan Palengke CSR Project aims to launch more projects and partnerships in the future directed at creating more livelihood opportunities for their beneficiaries, better prices to the farmers for the sale of their produce, and fresh quality products for consumers.
“Watch out for us as our increasing tribe of beneficiaries and resellers tour the Capital in the coming months to bring BuyAnihan Palengke closer to our homes.”said Ople.
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About Blas F. Ople Policy Center and Training Institute:
The Blas F. Ople Policy Center is a 17-year old NGO that serves migrant workers and their families, It currently sits as the NGO Rep for the OFW Sector in the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT). Named after and inspired by the late Labor and Foreign Affairs Secretary and Senate President Blas Ople, the policy center is headed by Susan Ople, his youngest daughter.
About foodpanda:
foodpanda is dedicated to bringing food lovers their favorite meals from curated local restaurants in the Philippines. Since its creation, the on-demand food delivery service has grown to more than 170,000 partner restaurants in more than 325 cities across 13 Asian and Central Europe markets. foodpanda Philippines currently operates in 150 cities and municipalities across the Philippines and continuously expanding. foodpanda is a subsidiary under Delivery Hero, a worldwide leader of the food delivery industry. For more information, visit www.foodpanda.ph.
How it works:
Through the foodpanda website or via the new iOS and Android apps, customers can enter their address and view a curated list of restaurants and shops serving their neighborhood. Once they have found their choice, they can place an order in the comfort of their home or office, paying online through foodpanda’s secure platform or via cash-on-delivery The order is then carefully prepared by the restaurant or shop, picked up by the foodpanda rider and delivered straight to their doorstep.
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April 18, 2022
Shopee, Shopee Xpress partner with brands and charities to aid Taal evacuees
The continued unrest of the Taal Volcano forced over 1,000 Filipino families to evacuate to nearby communities in Batangas last March. With Alert Level 3 still in place, these families continue to spend their days in evacuation centers across the region.
As part of its commitment to better the lives of the underserved, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, partnered with several brands and charity organizations to provide aid for Taal evacuees.
Shopee Philippines Director Martin Yu said, “As we remain steadfast in our commitment to be a force for good, especially in times when Filipinos need it the most, Shopee will work closely with our partners to help provide immediate relief to the evacuees. Our thoughts are with those affected and we hope that the situation in Taal will recover soon for these families to be able to return to their homes.”
Together with Shopee, partner brands such as Universal Robina Corporation, Colgate, and Monde Nissin, donated essentials such as drinking water and food items to affected residents. Through the help of its Shopee Xpress fleet and volunteers, Shopee transported and coursed donations through the ABS-CBN Foundation for the latter’s ongoing on-ground efforts.
These Shopee Xpress volunteers also helped collate and distribute potable water donated by the Luzon Clean Water Development to evacuation centers in Batangas.
Shopee also invites users to donate to those affected by the taal eruption and other emergencies through its partner charities found on the app.
Users simply need to:
1.
Head to the Shopee app homepage
2.
Click Load, Bills, and Travel
3.
Click E-vouchers
4.
Click Charity
5. Choose and purchase the e-voucher of their preferred charity
Users can also contribute to the ABS-CBN Foundation’s on-ground efforts through Shopee’s Scan-to-donate feature. Just scan ABS-CBN Foundation’s QR code, choose the donation amount, and donate via ShopeePay.
Download the Shopee app via the App Store and the Google Play store today.
April 12, 2022
TECNO Mobile Gives the Power of POVA Neo to Local Community Heroes
Grab PH drivers and riders, and everyday heroes from Malolos Bulacan received POVA Neo smartphones at TECNO Mobile’s recently-concluded CSR events.
Staying true to its commitment to bring innovative and high-performing smartphones to emerging markets, and providing support to Filipinos, one community at a time, premium smartphone and AIoT brand, TECNO Mobile, recently concluded its first couple of CSR activities in the Philippines for 2022. These events are part of TECNO’s ongoing CSR program, which kicked off in 2021 with the City of Manila, the Ina ng Lupang Pangako Parish in Payatas, and the scholars of Project Malasakit as its beneficiaries.
The project is in line with the launch campaign of POVA Neo, TECNO Mobile’s latest smartphone offering, which celebrates everyday heroes who power on with their day-to-day tasks in order to serve the community. For this year’s CSR activities, TECNO Mobile partnered with Grab PH, plus a few of the country’s up and coming content creators, to reach out to local communities once again, and inspire people and make a difference. Through this initiative the brand also hoped to motivate more people to participate in community outreach programs, and make them see that it isn’t about the size of the donation, but the sincerity to help others.
TECNO
Mobile Gives Back to Grab PH Riders and Drivers
Grab PH riders and drivers have been lauded as true heroes of the pandemic over the last two years, helping make day-to-day life easier for thousands of Filipinos by making things accessible, even from home. These drivers face various challenges each day they spend on the road, but they never stop moving, and continue to provide their much-needed services to the community.
Recognizing their efforts, TECNO Mobile celebrates the everyday
contributions of Grab PH by giving back to the company’s hardworking drivers
and delivery riders. The meaningful collaboration between TECNO Mobile and Grab
PH is reflective of the positive message that the POVA Neo campaign aims to
impart
Grab PH’s Papugay Awardees received a brand new TECNO Pova Neo smartphone that will help them navigate the busy streets of Metro Manila and power them all day long.
TECNO Mobile PH executives with Grab PH’s Papugay Awardees
TECNO Mobile PH and Grab PH’s Executives recognize the hard work, dedication, and heroic deeds of Grab PH’s Papugay Awardees
A donation handover took place at the Grab PH Headquarters in Metro Manila on April 9, 2022 during Grab PH’s Papugay event, which the company mounts each quarter to show appreciation to, and recognize their outstanding drivers. As a beneficiary, Grab PH received 65 units of POVA Neo smartphones. This smartphone’s large battery capacity is perfect for the riders and drivers of Grab PH, and will be a big help as they navigate through the city, and provide excellent on-time service. The donation was received by Grab PH’s Papugay awardees, Grabfood rider Richard Aguilar, Grab driver Ricky Dalansay, Grab rider Arc Cabuello, and Grabfood rider Michael Sales.
Influencers
for the Greater Good
Earlier in April, TECNO Mobile and online influencers Vishnu Isles, Matt Nicolai, Benette Ballester, Xai Smith, Acy De Castro, Edlyn Mea, Banessa Raya, Carol Reyes, Cedrix Eligio, Aldrich Ching, Von Razo, Sharleen Jonson, Blair Madamba, Karen Aquino , banded together to celebrate and recognize the everyday heroes of Malolos, Bulacan. These are individuals who unfailingly provide their services for the betterment of the community, in spite of adversities faced.
At the handover event held on April 5, 2022 at the Malolos City Hall Auditorium, 50 POVA Neo units were donated by TECNO Mobile, to be shared with its beneficiaries from City Health Office and the Office of Senior Citizen Affairs, PNP, Bureau of Fire Protection, Force Multiplier, Social Services, Tricycle Operators and Drivers Association, the City Environment and Natural Resources Office, and local students. The donation was received by the Chief of Staff from the Office of Mayor Gilbert “Bebong” Gatchalian of Malolos City, Bulacan, Atty. Belle Castro.
TECNO Mobile PH Marketing Manager,
Mitze Abrio (center-right) and Malolos City Chief of Staff, Atty Belle Castro
(center-left), together with content creators Matt Nicolai, Xai Smith, Aldrich
Ching, Carol Reyes, Sharleen Jonson, Cedrix Eligio, and Blair Madamba.
TECNO Mobile together with #TeamMatt content creators and Malolos City’s everyday heroes!
Content creators #TeamMatt and Malolos City’s everyday heroes taking a selfie with TECNO’s latest smartphone, the Pova Neo.
POVA
Neo: The 6000mAh Battery Beast
POVA Neo is loaded with amazing features that give users the power to conquer everyday tasks – An ultimate power supply, large screen, smooth performance, a smart camera, and more. With its 6,000mAh battery and Battery Lab 2.1, POVA Neo has more than enough power to last the entire day. Plus, with 18 watts fast charging, it only takes POVA Neo 35 minutes to store enough power for up to 5 hours of gaming.
Other awesome
features of POVA Neo include:
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Big screen display for an
immersive and smooth full-frame visual experience
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HiOS 7.6 with a fresh, easy to use
UI interface
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ET Engine enhancements that
deliver outstanding performance
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An extremely fast touch-driven
response that’s perfect for gaming
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Game Space that provides players
with a cool interface and fast play
● A Smart Camera with 13MP HD quality image system; advanced AI lens capable of 120FPS Slow Motion capture, 1080P Time Lapse, and HDR Photography that fully preserves details in both light and dark areas; Beauty, Body, and Bokeh Beauty modes; AR Animojis and Stickers; and front and rear Panorama Shooting
POVA Neo is available in three colors – Obsidian, Geek Blue, and Powehi Black, and is priced at Php 5,999 for the POVA Neo 4GB+64GB, and Php 6,999 for the 6GB+128GB model.
Join the Scan To Win with POVA Neo Promo, and get the chance to take home exciting prizes! Every purchase of participating TECNO Mobile smartphones from April 1 to 30, 2022 at the TECNO Mobile Concept Store in SM North Edsa, TECNO Mobile kiosks, and partner retail stores nationwide, entitles a customer to play the Spin to Win game. Almost 1 Million Pesos worth of fantastic prizes will be given away to more than 300 winners, including Yamaha Mio Gear 125cc Motorcycles, Samsung 50" UHD Smart TVs, the latest smartphones , cash and AIoT devices from TECNO Mobile, and cash rewards! For more details, visit http://bit.ly/POVAScanToWin.
#KeepthePowerandCarryOn with TECNO Mobile’s #POVANeoPowerAllDay!
Stay updated on all
the latest promos when you like and follow TECNO
Mobile Philippines on Facebook. Visit www.tecno-mobile.com/ph
to learn more about your favorite TECNO Mobile smartphones and gadgets.
November 22, 2021
CHERRY kicks off Cherry Swab Test Aide Project for returning residents
In an effort to alleviate the plight of locally stranded individuals (LSIs), CHERRY, through its Corporate Social Responsibility arm, the MSN Foundation—launches the CHERRY Swab Test Aide Project.
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A family of beneficiaries for the CHERRY Swab Test Aide Project |
The project was made possible in coordination with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), under their Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (Kalahi-CIDSS) program.
At present, residents who wish to return to their home origin are mandated by selected LGUs to present a negative swab result. CHERRY pledges one RT-PCR test per beneficiary thru PCR Med Inc. Molecular Laboratory, an accredited testing laboratory in Makati.
CHERRY is set to fund the swab test of 100 LSIs and other individuals affected financially by the COVID-19 crisis, and would like to return to their place of residence to start over.
“We are expecting a surge in recipients as Christmas draws near. A lot of our kababayan are possibly looking forward to celebrating the holidays with their families so most of them are very eager to go home,” says Agnes Conopio, PR and CSR Senior Manager, CHERRY.
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Another family
headed for Eastern Samar catered by the MSN Foundation |
The project beneficiaries are based on the recommendation of DSWD, from their list of Kalahi-CIDSS grantees and are carefully assessed by the social workers at MSN Foundation.
“We give full assistance to our beneficiaries, from referral to their scheduled departure, to ensure that they will return safely and hassle-free to their respective provinces,” shares Dezza Sacdal, program officer, MSN Foundation.
This initiative is in line with CHERRY’s Pandemic-Academic Medic Project which aims to assist the health and education sectors while the country is grappling with the effects of the pandemic. Another initiative under this project is the Cherry E-Skwela which on the other hand is steered at assisting students adapt with new modalities of learning.
Since the onset of the COVID-19 crisis, CHERRY has been in the forefront of efforts that intend to mitigate the effects of the pandemic. Just recently, they distributed medical supplies to over 30 hospitals across NCR.
August 10, 2021
TECNO Mobile Donates Cash and Smartphones to Local Community Heroes
The brand’s first CSR campaign celebrates and honors everyday heroes from the three pillars of the community - the local government, civic groups, and the church.
Premium smartphone brand, TECNO Mobile recently completed its first CSR campaign in the Philippines, as a way to give back to the community following the successful release of several new mobile phone models in the country, including the Spark 7 Series, Pova 2 gaming phone, and most recently, the CAMON 17 Series. Through this show of support for the community, TECNO Mobile has become part of the nation’s journey in rising up from life’s challenges, and learning to see the best in every situation. At the same time, the selection of local heroes as beneficiaries for this campaign aligns perfectly with the reel- and real-life heroism of TECNO Mobile’s CAMON 17 brand ambassador, actor Chris Evans.
Three partner beneficiaries representing different pillars of the community were the recipients of donations made by TECNO Mobile for this CSR campaign - Ina ng Lupang Pangako Parish, Project Malasakit, and the City of Manila through the Office of Mayor Isko Moreno. Separate handover ceremonies were held for each of the beneficiaries, the first of which was held on July 13th, at the Ina ng Lupang Pangako Parish Area.
In the middle of Bgy. Payatas, an area deemed a hazardous place to live due to its proximity to an open area for solid waste disposal, you will find the Ina ng Lupang Pangako Parish. This church’s leaders and volunteers provide educational and livelihood opportunities for the urban poor community living in Payatas, funded by donations from different entities. For its own CSR campaign, TECNO Mobile, represented by TECNO Mobile Limited’s Brand Marketing Director for Philippines, Jason Liang, donated Php 100,000 to the parish, along with 10 smartphones to be shared with hardworking parish volunteers, who tirelessly organize and facilitate activities such as community pantries, counseling, webinars, and online masses. The donations were received by Rev. Fr. Peter Hequillan,CM.
Ina ng Lupang Pangako Parish Church handover of donations from TECNO Mobile represented by Jason Liang, Brand Director (left) and received by Rev. Fr. Peter Hequillan,CM (right).
The second handover ceremony also took place on July 13th, at the Tikme
Dine restaurant in Quezon City, this time with Project Malasakit as the
beneficiary. Project Malasakit is a scholarship program whose mission is to
bridge the gap between Filipinos who want to help, and Filipino children who
need the assistance. Its goal is to provide these children with proper
education, enabling them to change their own lives for a better future. 30
TECNO Mobile smartphones, plus Php 100,000 were given to Project Malasakit by
TECNO Mobile Limited’s Brand Marketing Director for Philippines, Jason Liang,
graciously received by its founder, Kara David, together with two of her
scholars, Lilian Ambrocio and Mauwe Liwanag .
Project Malasakit
receiving donations from TECNO Mobile. From left, Jason Liang TECNO Mobile
Brand Director, Mauwe Liwanag, Kara David - Project Malasakit Founder, and
Lilian Ambrocio.
TECNO Mobile Brand
Director, Jason Liang with Project Malasakit Scholar, Mauwe Liwanag
Project Malasakit
Scholar, Lilian AmbrocioThe final donation handover took place on August 6th at the Office of Manila City Mayor, Isko Moreno. Mayor Isko is known for his service to the local community, aided by his team of volunteer workers who man community hotlines, respond to reports, handle coordination for projects such as the recent vaccine rollout, and work at the local public school as teachers. For these community heroes, TECNO Mobile has donated 50 smartphones, and Php 200,000 through the mayor’s office. The donation was handed over by the TECNO Mobile Limited executives for the Philippines, headed by Lindsay Guan, CEO, and received by Manila City Mayor, Isko Moreno.
TECNO Mobile executives with Manila City Mayor during handing over of donations. From left, RJ Decilio (Channel Sales Director), Ian Ouyang (CEO, QStar Mobile Inc), Mayor Isko Moreno, Lindsay Guan (CEO for Philippines, TECNO Mobile), Jason Liang (Brand Director)
TECNO Mobile’s CSR campaign was kicked-off with an online photo exhibit, which featured thought-provoking images that capture the beauty of life, taken by top local photographers using CAMON 17 smartphones. A selfie advocacy campaign was also launched, encouraging the online community to get involved by sharing their own selfies for a cause. Anyone can join by simply posting a selfie on Facebook, which features their advocacy. The photo must include a caption with a brief description of the advocacy, along with the hashtags #TECNOMobileCares, #CtheBestofYou, and #SelfieAdvocacy. The best photo and caption will be selected by TECNO Mobile representatives, and the winner will be awarded a CAMON 17 smartphone.
To stay updated on the latest news about the
CAMON 17 series, as well as exclusive deals and promos from TECNO Mobile, be
sure to like and follow TECNO Mobile
Philippines. Visit www.tecno-mobile.com/ph to learn more about
your favorite smartphones and gadgets.
August 7, 2021
CSR and sustainability need an “exponential reset,” says business author John Elkington
The fields of corporate social responsibility and sustainability need a major overhaul in order to grow at an exponential scale and attain urgent climate-related goals, says entrepreneur and business author John Elkington.
Elkington spoke in his keynote address for the 19th annual League of Corporate Foundations CSR Expo and Conference, which was held virtually last July 6-8.
Entrepreneur and business author John Elkington delivered the keynote address during the 19th annual League of Corporate Foundations CSR Expo and Conference last July 6-8.
Elkington pointed to the climate emergency that the world is facing in this and the coming decades as the catalyst for the change needed in the global economy. He rallies around the notion of “regenerative capitalism,” a sustainable and purpose-driven kind of capitalism needed to address the threat of the climate crisis within the next generation.
He outlines the need for what he calls “green swans” that the world has to meet to help guide it into an accelerated age of sustainability to effectively deal with the threat. These are the green swans of policy, renewable energy, and talent.
The green swan of policy refers to a profound market shift caused by changing values, mindsets, and business models, delivering exponential progress in the form of economic, social, and environmental wealth creation.
The green swan of renewable energy refers to the growth rate of the adoption of renewable energy sources such as solar power and wind, which should become cheaper to operate and consume over time as opposed to traditional energy sources.
The green swan of talent is the leadership of the youth, leveraging the potential of the current generation to enact the needed change in the world.
“Corporate social responsibility and sustainability are important, and they’re incredibly useful stepping stones, but if we think that’s the endpoint of our journeys, I think that may well be a mistake,” said Elkington, challenging businesses to consider going even further in their efforts to go green.
Elkington is the co-founder of Volans Ventures, a consulting firm that helps businesses drive positive change. He is known for coining the term “Triple Bottomline Approach to CSR and Sustainability of People, Planet and Prosperity”. He has authored and co-authored 20 books, including Green Swans: The Coming Boom in Regenerative Capitalism, The Green Consumer Guide, and The Breakthrough Challenge: 10 Ways to Connect Tomorrow’s Profits with Tomorrow’s Bottom Line.
The League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) is a network of operating and grant-making corporate foundations and corporations that promotes and enhances the strategic practice of Corporate Social Responsibility among its members and the larger business community, towards sustained national development.
For more information about LCF: visit https://lcf.org.ph/ & https://www.facebook.com/leagueofcorporatefoundations
October 1, 2019
Panasonic scholarship, developing new breed of leaders, serving the nation
The ceremony was led by Panasonic Corporation (PC) GroupwideBrand Communications Division leader for CSR and Citizenship Department Haruhisa Okuda, and PMPC president Masatoshi Sasaki. Other guests, who graced the occasion included Pamantasan ng Cabuyao (PnC) president Isabel F. Inlayo; University of Rizal System (URS)-Morongcampus director Allan E. Conde; URS College of Engineering dean Francis B. Culibrina; Bulacan State University (BSU) scholarship office head ElinitaP. Galvez; Dualtech Training Center (DTC) community relations manager Rodolfo V. Sta. Ana III; Don Bosco College (DBC)-Canlubang technical affairs assistant director Erwin Go; Don Bosco Technical Institute (DBTI) – Makati external relations officer Armando Z. Marquez; Don BoscoTechnical College (DBTC) – Mandaluyong TVET technical director Joseph C. Abillada; PMPC executive director Masaru Toyota; PMPC executive director Yoshiyuki Takahashi; PMPC center sub-head Satoshi Chujo; PMPC BD sub-head Edwardo S. Alegrid; PMPC center sub-head JulietaD. Beltran; and PMPC center sub-head Homer P. Ponesto.
The 20 new Panasonic scholars are (Undergraduate Category): Mr. Kevin A. Balatico (PnC - Marketing Management); Miss Jazzrine A. Tagle(University of the Philippines-Diliman - Eletronics and Communications Engineering); Mr. Ian Jester B. Jose (URS Morong - Mechanical Engineering); Mr. Agustin P. Lacre Jr. (URS Morong - Mechanical Engineering); Miss Heidilyn B. Sampaga (URS Morong – Electronics Engineering); Miss Ma. Elena I. Guanlao (BSU - Accounting Technology); Mr. Ronaldo M. Velilla Jr. (BSU - Accounting Technology); and Miss GianBianca F. Vergara (BSU - Accounting Technology).
For Vocational Category: Mr. Ronald O. Atienza (DTC - Electro-Mechanical Technology); Mr. John Mark G. Cabilan (DTC - Electro-Mechanical Technology); Mr. Zandro A. Fernandez (DTC - Electro-Mechanical Technology); Mr. Roy B. Manangkil (DTC - Electro-Mechanical Technology); Mr. Reymon Tigbabao (DTC - Electro-Mechanical Technology); Mr. Rommel S. Abris (DBC Canlubang – Machining); Mr. Mark Jerald Calisura (DBC Canlubang - Shielded Metal Arc Welding); Mr. Jhon Moises M. Penasbo (DBC Canlubang – Shielded Metal Arc Welding); Mr. Lance Kobe A. Apilado (DBTC – Madaluyong - General Electrician); Mr. Milestone B. Bautista (DBTC Mandaluyong - Technical Industrial Electronics ); Mr. Robert John S. Boñon (DBTC Mandaluyong - General Electrician; and Mr. Ryan C. Tubalinal (DBTI Makati - Electro-Mechanical Technology).
The new scholars were chosen after passing series of interviews, and assessment of their over-all performance as students along with the expectation that they will make use of their scholarship not only for their personal gain, but also for their contribution to the progress and development of society by becoming good leaders in their chosen field.
September 27, 2019
Small steps that go a long way The SM Store Share Shoes Program brings joy to kids in Isabela
Shoes are essential in one’s journey through life, especially forstudents. With a pair of good shoes, they will not only be able to fulfill their daily tasks with ease, but it can also inspire them to work hard and take little steps to achieve their dream.
Students of Diasan Elementary School in Echague, Isabela celebrate after receiving their new pair of shoes.
For most students in the city, a school bus or a stroll down the sidewalk are their usual commute. But for students in the province, it is a different story.
Samantha, a student from the Diasan Elementary School, shared the hardships she and her classmates face to reach school.
“Malayo po ang nilalakad namin ng nakapaa. Madulas po ‘pag umuulan at mahirap, maputik ang daan. ‘Yung mga iba po na nakatira sa may bundok, naglalakad po sila ng malayo. (My classmates and I have to walk a long way to get to our school. When the rainy season comes, the slopes become slippery and dangerous which makes it harder for us. The others who live near the mountain walk even farther),” Samantha said.
Diasan Elementary School is tucked in the middle of the Barangay Diasan, a remote farming community in Isabela with over 600 residents. Students like Samantha have to walk an hour or more on rough terrain to get to and from school and are sometimes forced to skip classes if the river is swollen due to heavy rains.
Despite the challenges, one would be surprised at the great lengths they are willing to go to for their education. The simple gift of a new pair of shoes will allow them to walk to and back to school in comfort and safety.
These are the kinds of stories that inspired the SM Store’s Share Shoes program to reach to the community to continue its mission of bringing joy - through the gift of shoes that can help make the journey of the students easier and more comfortable.
Sharing the gift of new shoes
Most students in Diasan have not set foot in a mall before, let alone a shop selling shoes, so as a treat for the kids, employee volunteers from The SM Store, Savemore and SM Foundationtransformed one of the classrooms into a shoe store. They assisted the kids in choosing and fitting their very own shoes from the display of clogs, sneakers, sandals, flats and slip-ons donated by The SM Store MLC Shoes and Bags, and SM’s retail affiliates Crocs and Simply Shoes.
A volunteer washes the feet of one of the kids to teach him the value of proper hygiene.
Replicating the shopping experience, an employee volunteer from The SM Store Cauayan assists a kid in fitting her new footwear.
The employee and community volunteers also set up a “Feet Washing Corner” before the shoe fitting to impart the importance of taking care of one’s feet. The kids could not hide their joy as they selected and tried on their new footwear.
Apart from receiving new shoes, the kids were treated to fun games and groceries from Savemore. The kids even gamely participated in a Zumba dance number led by The SM Store Cauayan employee volunteers. Wearing their new pairs of shoes, the kids enjoyed the activities knowing their feet were comfortable and secure.
Taking steps to a brighter future
Samantha said that having a pair of shoes is important to protect their feet from injuries.
“Masaya po ako nu’ng nakita ko ‘yung mga kaibigan ko na suot na nila ‘yung sapatos kasi ‘di na sila mahihirapan maglakad ng isang oras papunta ng iskul (I was so happy to see my friends wearing their shoes because now, they won’t have a hard time walking an hour to school),” Samantha said.
An employee volunteer from The SM Store Cauayan assists a kid in choosing his new pair of shoes.
Teacher in charge Domenador Mayuyo Jr. shared that for some of the kids, it was their first time to own a pair of shoes, with many of them walking to school wearing slippers or barefoot.
“It’s the first time for some of our students to receive a pair of shoes. Having a new pair of shoes is like a dream come true for them. It is a blessing for them to receive new pair of shoes that they can use to go to school,” Mayuyo said.
Through the gift of new shoes, The SM Store hopes to inspire these kids to take those important steps toward achieving their goals.
A student of Diasan Elementary School walkshome with his new pair of shoes from The SM Store’s Share Shoes Movement.
Promoting the culture of sharing and purposeful giving
The shoe donation was also accompanied by a medical mission through the partnership of The SM Store with the SM Foundation, Caritas Philippines and the Diocesan Social Action Center of Ilagan. Residents of the community were able to avail of medical and dental consultations, laboratory works, and had X-ray and ECG examinations, and medicines courtesy of the SM Foundation’s Mobile Clinic, all for free.
An employee volunteer and student beneficiaries bond after the program.
The activity was a part of the SM Share Movement, a program promoting a culture of sharing and purposeful giving among SM shoppers all year long. Since 2015, the SM Share Movement has collected over 1.3 million donations composed of shoes, clothing, books, school kits, disaster kits and toys.
The SM Store’s Share Shoes program encourages its shoppers to donate brand new and pre-loved footwear not just to help kidswalk safely and reach their desired destinations, but to also inspire them to take important steps toward achieving their goals.
“We would like to thank all the shoppers and our partners who donated and participated in The SM Store’s Share Shoes Movement. This wouldn’t be possible without you. Given the rough terrain and the challenges that these students of Diasan face just to get to their school, the new pair of shoes is a great help to them,” said Cielito Velasquez, Assistant Branch Manager of The SM Store Cauayan.
One of the classrooms is transformed by SM employee volunteers into a shoe store to give the kids a shopping experience.
Through the #SMShareMovement Project, the SM Store remains committed to its promise to give back to communities and to be a partner in their development. Through the simple but valuable gift of shoes, they can continue to be a part of Barangay Diasan’s journey as the children take steps toward a brighter future.
Find out more about the #SMShareMovement’s quarterly donation drives and ways to contribute to upcoming projects, by liking The SM Store Facebook page and by following @TheSMStore on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
December 2, 2018
Banca ni DV project turns over 20 to augment fishermen’s livelihood in Lian, Batangas
The formal turnover ceremony held at Matabungkay Beach Hotel, November 23, 2018 was attended by AFP, PAF and DSWD officials along with media attendees, mostly from national dailies and news networks.
Pastry Chef turned farming mogul Dexter 'Dex' Villamin through his company DV Boer Farm International Corporation donated turns over 20 to augment fishermen’s livelihood in Lian, Batangas, together with partners in the newly launched Oplan Pamamalakaya initiative such as LTC Engelberto A. Nioda Jr., BGEN Edward Libago, ASEC Jose Antonio Hernandez of DSWD and Magsasaka Inc’s Ariel Camarillo, Congresswoman Eileen Ermita-Buhain and Atty. Argel Joseph Cabatbat.
The bancas, produced by workers from Barangay Hukay in Calatagan, are part of a total of 50 “Banca ni DV” to be distributed in Lian, Batangas in line with Oplan Pamamalakaya. The other 30 will be given out soon to fishermen residing in Brgy. San Diego.
An orientation seminar last Nov. 12, attended by around 30 of the fishermen-recipients was held where DV (Dexter Villamin) shared his advocacy on providing livelihood for fishermen and farmers. This project is being undertaken by the Special Project Department of DV Boer Farm International Corporation in cooperation with banca workers headed by G. Narciso Aleroza and Rolando Gomez.
Oplan Pamamalakaya is primarily intended to offer profitable and sustainable livelihood opportunities for members of MAGSASAKA Inc., a legitimate non-governmental organization (NGO) whose main purpose is to contribute to the country’s overall agricultural progress and development not only in terms of livestock farming but crop productions and fisheries as well.
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| LTC Engelberto A. Nioda Jr. |
"Oplan Pamamalakaya shall serve as a model for both national and local government to replicate it on a nationwide scale if only to ensure enough supply of cheaper fish and provide sustainable livelihood opportunities for many of the country’s fishermen," said Lt. Col. Nioda.
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| Dexter Villamin |
"It has been my dream to help the fishermen and farmers in Batangas where I was born. I want them to dream big just like what I did. If I can be successful, they too can,” said Dexter, who also hosts a show on PTV-4 titled “Magsasaka TV.”
Also known as “The People’s Farm” DV Boer is fast becoming the foundation of modern farming in the country. To know more about DV Boer Farm, visit their website at www.dvboerfarm.com
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