In this day and age of social media where people have access to diverse news and content, it’s refreshing to see stories of families who genuinely care for the welfare of others. These families, guided by their Filipino values, dedicate their time and resources towards helping others and giving back to communities through various advocacies.…
Employees of leading cement maker Holcim Philippines, Inc. again helped prepare public schools for the opening of classes as they volunteered in the Department of Education’s (DepEd) nationwide Brigada Eskwela from May 20 to 27. More than 270 volunteers from Holcim Philippines across the country helped 22 public elementary and high schools that cater to…
Brother Philippines, along with partners Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP) provided support for the students of Iñigan Elementary School in Rodriguez, Rizal as part of its annual Brigada Eskwela activities. The volunteers from Brother and representatives from PBSP visited the school last May to help out before classes begin by bringing students new school…
Over the years, companies engaging in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives have become the norm, expected even, in doing business. It’s a trend that’s happening across the globe. Consumers as well have become more discerning with regard to a company’s advocacies and how it resonates with them. More importantly, consumers have been looking for and…
Promising Filipino singing 12-year old stage-actor Julien Joshua “JJ” Millanes Dolor, was unveiled as World Vision Philippines’ newest and youngest ambassador for children in the Philippines. Dolor captivated many-a-heart and followers with his highly acclaimed portrayal of “Young Simba” in the hit Disney musical classic The Lion King, produced by Cassel Group in association with…
For over 40 years, Shakey’s has been an avenue of great times and great memories in the country. What started as a dining hub became a family tradition; a place where people come together and share a love for what they are known for—piping-hot, delicious thin-crust pizza. And now more than ever, Shakey’s recognizes the…
In one of the centuries-old stone churches in Cebu, the parish priest once had the images of the Virgin Mary and three archangels repainted in the same color as the retablo where they were enshrined, gold. The elaborately carved wooden structure with sculptures that served as backdrop to the main altar of the 18th-century St.…
One of Thailand’s biggest soap opera or “lakorn” superstars, Urassaya Sperbund—better known as Yaya—is set to visit the Philippines from June 13 to 15 for a series of engagements as a global ambassador of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). Yaya will be meeting fans and LGBTQ advocates in the country during her visit to…
In pursuit of inclusive development in the provinces, BPI Foundation, in partnership with Hineleban Foundation, has committed to rehabilitating 100 hectares of denuded watershed in the Bangsamoro region of Amai Manabilang, Lanao del Sur, and provide livelihood to 20 families in Barangay Pagunayan. Maricris San Diego, BPI Foundation Executive Director, said this is part of…
Footwear and lifestyle brand TOMS has recently announced the latest growth of its giving-focused business model, as the brand’s global Stand for Tomorrow initiative launches in Philippines. Renowned as the brand behind the One for One model, charitable giving lives at the core of TOMS’ vision and purpose. Since its 2006 launch, TOMS has donated…
The Philippines Tourism Promotions Board (TPB), the marketing arm of the Department of Tourism (DOT), launched recently the first Sustainable Community-Based Tourism Recognition (SCBTR) as part of its “Sustainable Tourism” campaign. In keeping with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations, and the National Tourism Act of…
