The League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines officially signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) on June 3, 2025, at Camp Aguinaldo Col. Boni Serrano Avenue, Quezon City, marking their partnership aimed at fostering collaboration and working together for the country, most especially the underserved and those affected by calamities.
The MoA signifies a commitment of both parties to work together on meaningful projects that align with their shared mission to build more resilient communities. Through this partnership, both AFP and LCF will work closely to bring member-driven initiatives to identified priority areas and sectors, to provide initiatives and activities related to disaster response and rehabilitation, health, education, environment, arts and culture, financial inclusion and enterprise development.
“It is important to include people who often feel unseen or unheard, not only because we want to address the daily tragedies they face, but because by doing so, we prevent the potential tragic outcomes of division and unrest in our country,” said Garcia.
Present during the signing were;
From LCF:
Board of Trustees
Shem Jose Garcia, LCF Chairperson, Executive Director, Vivant Foundation, Inc.;
Edric Calma, LCF Vice-Chairperson,Vice President, Knowledge Channel Foundation, Inc.; and
Ryan Vidanes, LCF Trustee, Executive Director, Conrado & Ladislawa Alcantara Foundation, Inc.
Secretariat
Celine Santillan, Executive Director;
Amber Garma, Membership Officer;
Remy Tubig, Program Officer;
Hannah Mortel, Communications Assistant; and
Zea Bagasbas, Program Assistant
From the Armed Forces of the Philippines:
LTGEN Rommel P. Roldan (PAF);
COL Rex T. Armeña CHS (GSC) and;
LTC Aldemar A. Usman PAF (GSC)
The League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) celebrates CSR Week every year in the first week of July, as stated in EO 299, series of 2000. LCF has more than 90 Corporate Foundation and CSR Unit members across the country providing programs and initiatives to help uplift and better the lives of marginalized sectors and those most at risk. The public is invited to the CSR EXPO at the Glorietta Activity Center on July 1 and 2, 2025.
The LCF CSR Institute successfully concluded the 2025 PDIMEAL Workshop. The event was held in person at EDC Office, 5th Floor, Rockwell Business Tower 3, Ortigas Ave., Pasig City, Metro Manila, hosted by Energy Development Corporation last May 19-23, 2025. It was also held virtually via Zoom last May 22, 2025.
This year’s main facilitator was Ms. Maria Pamela Castro, Senior Program Manager of Pilipinas Shell Foundation, was again joined by Ms. Raiza Cusi, Program Excellence Unit Manager of the same foundation.
“What resonated the most in this workshop is the importance of program planning in terms of alignment between your organization’s overall goals and realizable or attainable outcomes and impact. The workshop brings us back to the basics of problem analysis and solutioning with helpful and updated tools such as PDIMEAL to bring back to our teams. I am looking back to echoing the exercises with my teammates who will benefit from this knowledge. Thank you to LCF, and to Raiza and Pam for facilitating this valuable learning opportunity which is highly recommended for any organization that hopes to bring impactful programs to the communities where they serve and operate” – Gizelle Camua from St. Luke’s Medical Center Foundation, Inc.
A non-member participant from Sikat Solar Challenge Foundation shared that he really appreciated the workshop,
“…learning by doing makes me appreciate it even more, especially the Problem tree to become a solution tree. I also learned the 4 components of a MEAL framework – Decision making, planning, data utilization and data collection.”
28 participants representing 17 organizations took part in this year’s workshop, wherein 5 organizations were non-members.
The participants were as follows:
Rebisco Foundation, Inc. – Ms. Christal May O. Marcelino and Ms. April Charmaigne M. Macaranas
Energy Development Corporation – Ms. Soleil Micah O. Acu, Ms. Abegail Y. Gatdula, Ms. Christine Jamiana, Ms. Marisol dG. Pedregosa, Ms. Edelyn O. Orillan, Ms. Goldee Ann G. Aquino, and Ms. Ma. Sybil C. Villegas
As they say, for every dark cloud there is a silver lining. This is the optimistic outlook of the League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) as far as impact of development projects in the midst of the potential abolition of the United States Agency for International Development as part of the government reorganization undertaken by President Donald Trump.
Edric Calma, vice president, Knowledge Channel Foundation and vice chairperson, LCF said a Canadian development agency is interested to fill in the gap and help in financing the country’s development projects in health, education, gender development, among others. Calma, however, declined to identify the Canadian aid agency.
“We just found out this Canadian aid agency is willing to sustain the projects for some of the education projects that the USAID had started. It is worthwhile mentioning that the European Union wants to help us too. And then there are the local grant giving organizations which haven’t gotten huge attention because there are bigger grants like the USAID,” Calma told reporters in an interview on the sidelines of the launching of the 2025 Conference and Expo launch held in Makati City.
Shem Jose Garcia, executive director, Vivant Foundation and LCF chairperson, said local foundations think the current number of laws covering corporate social responsibility are sufficient to keep it growing.
“We just have to be very creative. We actually have a lot of good laws in place. The question is about executing and making sure it’s done. Every sector requires more depth in order to look at, Garcia said.
Garcia said the laws need to be specific to address the concern of stakeholders. For instance, students with disabilities need to have their needs addressed. “There’s a lot of good intentions, but there aren’t a lot of specifics,” Garcia said.
And what I saw in our own case in Cebu for this one sector, and again, the whole point of diversity is that each sector is different, so it would require more in depth research. But like in the case of like, say, deaf students, I would encourage more resources to make sure that you know, in an island would also benefit from the program,” he said.
Garcia said the LCF is also urging businesses to go beyond the traditional CSR initiatives by combining diversity, equity and inclusivity (DEI) into their programs.
MANILA, Philippines — Funding for corporate social responsibility projects in the Philippines is expected to continue flowing, amid the continued support for programs focused on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).
Citing a recent study from the Boston Consulting Group, the League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) highlighted the significant growth of diversity programs in the Philippines over the past several years.
According to the study, 43 percent of Southeast Asian companies, including those in the Philippines, now have diversity initiatives in place, a notable increase from just 26 percent in 2020.
This rise, the LCF said, highlights the growing regional commitment to fostering more inclusive workplaces and reflects a broader shift toward DEI across the region.
This is in stark contrast to the situation in the United States, as the Trump administration has openly attacked DEI programs, with DEI offices, positions and programs in the federal government ordered terminated. Equity-related grants and contracts were likewise terminated.
The Philippines, however, is expected to continue funding these programs as corporate funds for corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects remain intact.
“The Philippines has a very strong [CSR] context,” said Shem Jose Garcia, chair of the LCF, during a press conference in Makati for their upcoming 2025 CSR Expo, scheduled for July 1 to 3.
Garcia noted that this is despite some CSR networks within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) being shut down following the pandemic.
“I think the Philippines has one of the strongest in terms of corporate giving in the Asean region … So, we’re less affected by some of the international grant givers,” he added.
Child development
LCF vice chair Edric Calma also emphasized that this funding strength was particularly evident in programs for early childhood development.
“There are many who are providing opportunities and grants that we wanted, not just from the private sector but also from government agencies,” said Calma.
He said they were exploring ways to harness opportunities and make the most of available resources to create the impact needed in the sector.
To support this growth and elevate CSR excellence, the LCF will host the Guild Honor Awards during their July expo, recognizing outstanding initiatives by its members.
Manila, Philippines — The League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) encourages the corporate sector to integrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity (DEI) into their business strategies and their social responsibility (CSR) initiatives. To help drive this shift, LCF launches the 2025 CSR Conference and Expo, providing a platform for corporate leaders to collaborate, innovate, and advance sustainable growth.
The Conference will be held from July 1 to 3 at Dusit Thani Manila, while the Expo will take place from July 1 to 2 at Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City. With the theme, “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity for Shared Prosperity,” it highlights the vital role of businesses in embedding DEI into their core strategies, ensuring CSR initiatives are a catalyst for systemic change, sustainability, and shared prosperity.
“Integrating DEI into business strategies is not only about corporate responsibility,” said Shem Jose Garcia, Chairperson of LCF and Executive Director of Vivant Foundation, Inc. “Businesses that prioritize DEI do more than adapt, they lead. By embedding DEI into their core strategies, they unlock new opportunities, drive meaningful change, and contribute to a more equitable and sustainable future for all. This includes intentional efforts to ensure the inclusion of under-represented groups, particularly women, persons who are differently abled, senior citizens, and indigenous people and people of various faiths and beliefs, and others.”
McKinsey & Company emphasizes that DEI should go beyond representation and be embedded in a purpose-driven strategy to drive inclusive leadership, innovation, and long-term success. A Boston Consulting Group study found that 43% of Southeast Asian companies, including those in the Philippines, now have diversity programs which shows an increase from 36% in 2020, reflecting growing regional commitment.
Attendees of the 2025 CSR Conference and Expo can look forward to thought-provoking discussions, networking opportunities, and actionable insights on integrating DEI into both CSR initiatives and overall business operations.
Recognizing Outstanding CSR Initiatives
As part of LCF’s commitment to elevating CSR excellence, the 2025 Guild Awards will honor outstanding initiatives of its members that have significantly impacted communities. These awards will be presented during the 2025 CSR Conference and Expo, highlighting best practices in corporate social responsibility.
Additionally, the Medal of Recognition will celebrate the impactful interventions of non-LCF members. This special award acknowledges businesses and corporate foundations that have made a difference across seven thematic areas: Arts and Culture, Disaster Resilience, Education, Environment, Enterprise Development, Financial Inclusion, and Health.
The Expo will showcase CSR innovations that highlight how the tight integration of DEI into core organizational and business strategies has brought about change for the better for the communities they work with, providing a space for businesses, NGOs, academe, youth groups, and government agencies to engage and collaborate.
LCF will also highlight key milestones of its flagship effort called ”LCF’s Initiative for Food Security, Nutrition, and Empowerment” or LIFE at the Expo. LIFE combines nutrition support, livelihood programs, and local capacity-building to combat child malnutrition. Through targeted interventions, LCF aims to reduce stunting among Filipino children.
In line with the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN), LIFE takes a province-by-province approach, starting with Basilan, where it is working alongside the provincial government and key stakeholders.
Left to right: Edric Calma, Vice Chairperson, League of Corporate Foundations and Vice President, Knowledge Channel Foundation, Inc.;Shem Jose Garcia, Chairperson, League of Corporate Foundations and Executive Director, Vivant Foundation, Inc.; and, Jonathan Batangan, Executive Director, Cebuana Lhuillier Foundation, Inc. Photo from League of Corporate Foundations.
Through the 2025 CSR Conference and Expo, LCF calls on businesses to take action, rethink their CSR strategies, and champion DEI-driven growth to create lasting impact. “LCF stays committed to promoting responsible CSR, helping members and businesses embrace DEI as a key driver of sustainable development in our country,” added Garcia.
LCF, composed of operating and grant-making corporate and family foundations, is the Philippines’ leading network for fostering environmental, social and governance driven initiatives.
The LCF CSR Institute (CSRI) successfully concluded the 2025 Financial Management & Accounting Standards for Non-Profits Workshop. The event was held virtually on March 18-19, followed by an in-person session on March 20 at the Wynwood Hotel, 45 San Miguel Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City, hosted by Jollibee Group Foundation, Inc.
“The workshop provided clear and concise explanations of complex financial concepts, making them accessible even for individuals with minimal accounting background. The examples and case studies were particularly useful in demonstrating practical applications.” – Participant from Jollibee Group Foundation
19 participants representing 12 organizations (7 LCF member-organizations and 5 non-member organizations) took part in this year’s Workshop, as follows:
On March 14, 2025, the Committee on Health of LCF, together with Unilab Foundation, Inc., and Manila Water Foundation, Inc., hosted “Kapihan sa LCF: Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace.” Speakers spoke about the value of mental health wellness in workplace. A total of 11 attendees participated in person while 43 via Zoom.
The Kapihan covered topics related to mental wellness and the session included an enrichment activity. The Welcome Remarks were delivered by Ms. Marievic Mariano Co-Chair of LCF Health Committee and Program Manager and Head of Grants and Partnerships, Metrobank Foundation, Inc.
Dr. Carolina Uno-Rayco, RGC, RPSY, Executive Director of Philippine Mental Health Associationpresented Promoting Employees’ Wellbeing Through Positive Psychology. This was followed by Starting and Journeying with your Vibrant Workplace Mental Health Program by Dr. Sheila Marie Hocson, RGC, RPSY, Senior Technical Consultant of Unilab Foundation, Inc. and Research Fellow at Far Eastern University.
Atty. Joey Ochave, Executive Director of Unilab Foundation, Inc. concluded the Kapihan with his Closing Remarks, where he said “we hope that this activity has allowed us to listen to each other, to find better ways of working with each other, and to address mental health and well-being issues in the workplace.”
The Kapihan sa LCF session on Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace galvanized the value of mental wellness in professional settings. Through the discussion, participants gained practical knowledge on fostering a supportive and healthy work environment. By continuing conversations on mental health, organizations can take meaningful steps toward creating workplaces that help ensure employee well-being and resilience.
The League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) successfully ‘ended’ the Learning Journey for this year with a culminating activity cum graduation on March 6, 2025, at the San Miguel Corporation Head Office, San Miguel Ave., Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong.
The opening remarks were delivered via Zoom by Mr. Shem Jose Garcia, LCF Chairperson and Executive Director of Vivant Foundation, Inc., who shared about how his own “social development” journey began a little over 10 years ago.
This year’s Learning Journey, started on February 13 and included site visits to the participating corporate foundations and was attended by representatives from LCF member organizations: Aboitiz Foundation, Inc., ABS-CBN Foundation, Inc., San Miguel Foundation, Inc., and Security Bank Foundation, Inc. Over the course of 4 weeks the visits included Better World Smokey Mountain, Tondo, Metro Manila, Sagip Kapamilya (SK), Examiner, Quezon City, Sta. Anastacia Elementary School, Sto. Tomas, Batangas and, Aboitiz Tech Space, Asian Institute of Management.
The participants were:
Aboitiz Foundation, Inc.: Keen Lyra G. Perez and Nerissa Camille S. Natalicio
ABS-CBN Foundation, Inc.: Tracy K. Hizon, Marilyn M. Balais, and Lovely Rose V. Quezon
San Miguel Foundation, Inc.: Dezza D. Sacdal and Sandra Fontanilla
Security Bank Foundation, Inc.: Karlo Marko D. Valladores, Engr. Jamiel D. Galimba, and Arch. Junjun Norombaba
During the culminating event, the participants presented insights and lessons learned from each other during the various Learning Journey sessions, as well as action plans to take these learnings forward. Participants took questions and received feedback from a panel of reactors as well as their peers to help refine and streamline their plans.
The panelists were:
Ms. Mardi Mapa-Suplido, Chief Operations Officer, Aboitiz Foundation
Ms. Rona Mei Y. Tanchico, Program Manager, San Miguel Foundation
Mr. Louie De Real, Executive Director, Security Bank Foundation
A flagship initiative of LCF, the Learning Journey equips participants with essential insights and best practices in CSR, sustainability, and social impact. Through interactive sessions, mentoring, and real-world applications, Batch 8 graduates gained valuable experiences that will enable them to drive meaningful change within their organizations, programs and communities.
Celine Santillan, Executive Director of LCF closed the event saying “These sessions were but the beginning of your journey and we hope you continue to be a support to one another. Remember: If you want travel fast, go alone. If you want to travel far, travel together.”
The year 2024 was a breakthrough year for Knowledge Channel Foundation Inc. (KCFI) as it solidified its role as a champion of education and child-friendly content. It earned prestigious awards and recognitions while continuing to innovate through impactful programs, partnerships and efforts to make quality education accessible to Filipino learners nationwide.
KCFI’s curriculum-aligned shows garnered numerous awards last year, including Most Development-Oriented Environmental Program for “Musikantahan” (from Gandingan Awards); Professional Fiction Category for “Kwentoons” (from Sinebata); ChildFriendly Content Standards for “MathDali” and “Puno ng Buhay” (from National Council for Children’s Television or NCCT); Best Children and Youth Program for “AgriKids” (from Catholic Mass Media Awards); and Anak TV Seals for “Wow: Bukidnon,” “Lakbay Aral,” “Tropang K!- Likasan,” “AgriKids,” “MathDali,” “Siklo ng Enerhiya,” “Wikaharian Online World,” “Knowledge on the Go,” “Art Smart” and “MathDali Online World” (from Anak TV Seal Awards).
KCFI president and executive director Rina Lopez accepts the GREEN ZEAL Award for Excellence in Education on behalf of KCFI at the 6th Gawad Lasallianeta
Aside from receiving awards for its shows, KCFI won the GREEN ZEAL Award for Excellence in Education Innovation (from Gawad Lasallianeta) and recognition for its Outstanding Commitment to Child-Friendly Content Standards (from NCCT). It was also a finalist for Outstanding Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Environment for EcoProject Year 3 with Breeze and for Outstanding CSR in Education for Learning Effectively through Enhanced and Evidence-based Pedagogies (LEEP)-Climate Change (from the League of Corporate Foundations or LCF)—a collaboration with First Gen Corporation that trained and provided Knowledge Channel video lessons to 170 principals and teachers in First Gen areas.
As a long-time partner of organizations and advocate for democratizing education, KCFI has been recognized by the Department of Education (DepEd), the Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Council, Metrobank Foundation, Bantay Bata 163 and iAcademy. Additionally, it received Outstanding Stakeholder and Most Outstanding Stakeholder awards from the DepEd Schools Division Office of Quezon City during its 5th Gawad Kaagapay, and an award from LCF for its 25 years of membership and advocacy. These awards reflect KCFI’s passion, effort and dedication to improving learning outcomes and education in the Philippines. Beyond recognition, it developed a lot of new video lessons and sealed strategic partnerships.
At the ‘MathDali’ Grade 1 launch attended by more than 200 learners at Oranbo Elementary School in Pasig
In total, KCFI produced 108 video lessons, including 10 new “MathDali” Grade 1 episodes in collaboration with BDO Foundation and Huawei Philippines. KCFI distributed 56 Knowledge Channel TV (KC TV) and 126 Knowledge Channel Portable Media Library (KC PML) packages to beneficiary schools and child development centers nationwide. To maximize the use of these offline learning resources, over 1,168 teachers and child development workers and teachers (CDW/Ts) received technical training. Additionally, 8,882 teachers participated in LEEP training and the teachers’ conference, while 7,236 CDW/Ts and caregivers of children attended KCARE training and Early Care Matters conferences to promote early childhood development or ECD for 0- to 8-year-olds.
KCFI Vice President Edric Calma (2nd from right) and AFI Managing Director Roberta Lopez-Feliciano (center) at the 2024 LCF CSR Expo in Makati
Meanwhile, KCFI vice president Edric Calma and ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (AFI) managing director Roberta Lopez-Feliciano were elected in December as vice chairman and corporate secretary respectively of LCF. Calma was a three-term chair of the Committee on Education (CommEd), the biggest LCF committee with 60 foundation-members. During his stint, he initiated and implemented a collaborative project to help improve the quality of teaching and learning in Talaga Elementary School (TES) in Rizal, a school for relocatees from informal communities in Quezon City and other areas in the National Capital Region. Over two years, CommEd members participated by bringing in their respective foundations’ education initiatives, including KCFI’s LEEP and Knowledge Channel video resources. The foundations also took charge of monitoring and assessing the impact of the project, with TES collating the reports including outputs, awards received and improvement in learning outcomes. The iniatitive netted the first LCF Outstanding Collaboration Project for the CommEd—and KCFI, as Calma was the committee chair—in 2019.
“Being on the LCF board and being its vice chair is a platform to do more beyond the things that we do in KCFI, for education and for CSR, in the service of the Filipino. With so many problems besetting the Filipino, there is so much to do. Bringing CSR agents and people together to the drawing board and on-ground is a good igniter of solutions,” Calma reflected. He thanked KCFI president and executive director Rina Lopez for encouraging him to take on roles outside the foundation, within the Lopez Group and even in outside networks. These roles called for him to work closely with organizations with different advocacies and initiatives, helping him achieve more and learn more in the process. “I also thank the Lopez Group for continuously supporting KCFI and its advocacies in helping improve the lives of the Filipino, to help ensure that each child, each one has access to opportunities for development and quality education,” he added.
On the other hand, as managing director at AFI, Feliciano has driven projects addressing social issues such as disaster response, environment, children’s welfare and health. Prior to her election, Feliciano served as a member of the LCF board—a vantage point that allowed her to observe the possibilities and potential of collaborative efforts among the member corporations and CSR agents. Further, attending the CSR Conference and Expo, she appreciated the depth and quality of the speakers, and the exhibition booths that presented a wealth of information about the members and their CSR efforts. “As corporate secretary, I am happy to watch and learn from many that have been around the block many more times than I,” the managing director of AFI said.
Photo courtesy of ABS-CBN Foundation
As she takes on her new role in LCF, Feliciano acknowledged the Lopez Group companies for their unstinting support for the foundation, which was established by her father, Eugenio “Kapitan” Lopez Jr., in 1989. “I’d like to thank the Lopez Group of companies for their steadfast support of the ABS-CBN Foundation. This is never more apparent than when a disaster hits and the need is immediate and often large. It is heartwarming to know that the companies continue to value and fulfill their particular mandates whether it is to be a source of lights in our homes, or the premium spot to live at or shop—all these companies continue to have a beating heart for our fellow Filipino countrymen either through the ABS-CBN Foundation or through their own CSR programs,” she said.
Photo courtesy of ABS-CBN Foundation
Feliciano added: “They say that to do anything, even to the best of our abilities, rings hollow and empty if it is not accompanied by love. At the ABS-CBN Foundation, we truly believe that no matter how big or small your donation, or your effort to help— this small ripple, combined with others, this is where critical mass happens, and this is where hearts and minds do make a positive difference in the world.”
Calma (center) and Transmedia Head Christian Gaite (2nd from right) accept a plaque of appreciation for KFCI’s 25-year membership in the League of Corporate Foundations
Since its establishment in 1991, LCF has been bringing together businesses and corporate foundations in the Philippines, advancing the practice and impact of CSR within its network and outside. AFI was among LCF’s founding members, while KCFI has been with LCF since it was founded 25 years ago.
The 2025 League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) Board of Trustees with outgoing LCF Chairperson Sebastian Quiniones Jr., Executive Director of the Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. (third from left)
With Calma and Feliciano on the 2025 LCF board of trustees are Shem Jose Garcia, executive director of Vivant Foundation, as chairperson; Ramon Derige, executive director of SEAOIL Foundation Inc., as treasurer; and Philip Dy, executive vice president of Metrobank Foundation Inc., Ryan Vidanes, executive director of Conrado and Ladislawa Foundation Inc., and Austere Panadero, president and executive director of Zuellig Family Foundation Inc., as trustees. Lopez Group companies and foundations have been staples of LCF. As well as AFI and KCFI, these include Energy Development Corporation, Lopez Group Foundation Inc. and, more recently, Oscar M. Lopez Center which was inducted into LCF in 2024.
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Aboitiz Foundation, the social development arm of the Aboitiz Group, celebrates its achievements in 2024, reinforcing its commitment to creating positive impacts through its strategic pillars: Future Leaders, Jobs, and Climate Action. The Foundation also set meaningful and scaled-up efforts for 2025 to enhance its contributions across the country.
In the Future Leaders pillar, the Foundation welcomed 50 scholars into the Aboitiz Future Leaders College Scholarship Program, supporting their education with comprehensive scholarships. For 2025, the Foundation plans to expand the program to 100 scholars. The AuroraPH Project also connected 11 last-mile schools to the internet via solar power, and the Foundation aims to reach 100 schools in 2025.
Through the Elevate AIDA Program, 1,135 women were trained in technology-driven skills for virtual jobs. Looking ahead, the Foundation aims to train 10,000 more women starting in 2025 and to engage 200 additional Local Government Units, strengthening its inclusive employment efforts under its Jobs pillar.
In Climate Action pillar, Aboitiz Foundation secured a 40-year partnership with the Province of Cebu for the CarbonPH Project, focusing on reforestation and watershed management across 22,000 hectares. By 2025, the Foundation targets the approval for project design, funding, and the start of project implementation. Aboitiz Foundation collected a total of 58,000 kilograms of waste through Materials Recovery Facilities and Project Rake both in Batangas, and the Tapon-To-Ipon partnership with Coca-Cola during the 24th Aboitiz Football Cup, where football players actively gathered PET bottle waste for recycling and repurposing. In 2025, the Foundation aims to collect 100,000 kilograms of waste, promoting recycling, repurposing, and proper disposal while educating communities on sustainable waste management.
“These accomplishments reflect the power of collaboration and innovation in meeting the needs of our communities,” said Ginggay Hontiveros-Malvar, President of Aboitiz Foundation. “As we look to 2025, we remain committed to empowering future leaders, creating more jobs, and taking bold climate actions for a sustainable and resilient future.”
Aboitiz Foundation’s 2025 roadmap includes scaling current programs, strengthening partnerships, and exploring new initiatives to continue making a lasting impact for generations to come.
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About Aboitiz Foundation
Aboitiz Foundation, the CSR arm of the Aboitiz Group, is committed to shaping a brighter future for the nation. With 35+ years of empowering communities and driving sustainable development, the Foundation of the Philippines’ first techglomerate is expanding its impact to contribute to nation-building.
Committed to advancing social development, Aboitiz Foundation focuses on three key pillars:
● Future Leaders: Ensuring Filipino learners of all ages have access to resources, facilities, and scholarships to prepare them for a rapidly changing world.
● Jobs: Empowering Filipinos with digital tools and skills training to thrive in the global digital economy, fostering an entrepreneurship mindset.
● Climate Action: Developing and implementing environmental programs to construct climate-resilient communities and foster a more sustainable future through nature-based solutions. Since 1988, the Foundation has shifted from one-time donations to Aboitiz Foundation’s flagship programs, which empower beneficiaries to reach their full potential. By partnering with strategic partners, the foundation creates projects that are scalable, impactful, and aligned with the company’s expertise, benefiting communities throughout the Philippines.
League of Corporate Foundations 