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Iloilo farmer sees new tomorrow in agribusiness

Iloilo City farmerand KSK alumna Rita Soltis Many passionate and devoted farmers continue to explore ways to address the age-old challenge of making agriculture a viable livelihood. They continue to seek ways to improve efficiency and yield as they play a key role not only in the country’s economy but also in securing access to … Continued

From passion to prosperity

KSK alumna Virgie with some of her mushroom chicharon products Gone are the days when farming was viewed as a backbreaking profession with limited growth potential. With the advent of modern practices, agriculture is emerging as a field ripe with profitability and positive impact. Virgie showcases her products at a Women’s Month fair in Angeles … Continued

Public-Private Partnership for Sustainable Agriculture

Sr. Vice President and SM Cares Program Director for Disability Affairs Engr. Bien Mateo and SM Foundation AVP for Livelihood and Outreach Cristie Angeles join the harvest festival in Zambales. In the Philippines, agriculture is the backbone of many communities. But for far too long, farmers have struggled with outdated methods and limited resource access.  … Continued

They’ve got it all: SM Foundation shapes real-world ready scholars

SM scholars and alumni gathered for a fun and learning-filled day in SM City Cebu. The SM Foundation, the social good arm of the SM Group, is continuously propelling its scholarship program to new heights, equipping their scholars with the skills and experiences necessary to thrive in the professional arena. To cultivate well-rounded and successful … Continued

From upcycling to creating a cycle of social good

Get to know SM Group’s The Tarp Project A customer at SM Aura purchases an upcycled bag made through the SM Green Finds x Zarah Juan’s collab, “The Tarp Project”. Proceeds from the project will be donated to SM Foundation’s innovation programs in education and health. The SM Store and Filipino artisanal fashion brand Zarah … Continued

Davao, GenSan SM Scholars: Off to a great start, ready for the real world

The SM Foundation, the social good arm of the SM Group, is continuously amplifying its scholarship program to boost the career readiness of its scholars.  To cultivate well-adjusted and successful graduates, the foundation, in partnership with SM Retail and SM Supermalls, organized a general assembly at SM Lanang for SM Scholars from Davao and General … Continued

A scholar’s resilience forged by social good

With a few years left in college, SM Scholar Cyra looks back at her path, seeing it as one defined by personal growth. College taught her humbling lessons about independence, responsibility, and persevering past setbacks.  The pandemic has disrupted nearly every aspect of our lives, but its impact on education may be one of the … Continued

New knowledge, new tomorrow in agriculture

More than 90 farmers in Davao, Cebu complete SM Foundation’s modern agri-training KSK graduates from Brgy. Nueva Fuerza, Tagum City The SM Foundation continues its mission of empowering Filipino farmers by bringing modern agricultural practices to rural and urban communities across the country through the Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) on Sustainable Agriculture Program.  Recently, 98 … Continued

SM Foundation, DSWD Region XI to strengthen partnership for disaster relief

SM Group, through SM Foundation and SM Supermalls, activated the OPTE at Brgy. Pagsabangan, Tagum City, providing about 1,000 Kalinga Packs to families affected by flood. SM Foundation and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office in Region XI recently held a ceremonial MOA signing to strengthen their partnership in providing assistance … Continued

SM Foundation mobilizes relief opps after fire hits Manila communities

SM City Manila and volunteers from Manila City LGU converage as they distribute Kalinga Packs through SM Foundation’s Operation Tulong Express (OPTE) A massive fire tore through the low-income communities of Parola and Isla Puting Bato in Tondo, Manila, leaving an estimated 1,000 families homeless after their homes were gutted by the blaze.  In the … Continued

Investing in tomorrow: SM Group elevates Scholarship Program with holistic approach

The SM Foundation, the social good arm of the SM Group, is ramping up its scholarship program by prioritizing a well-rounded student experience for its scholars.  This renewed focus goes beyond financial aid, aiming to nurture well-adjusted and successful graduates. The foundation, in partnership with SM Retail and SM Supermalls, recently held a general assembly … Continued

Pages for progress: SM Foundation, Phoenix Publishing House collaborate for social good

SM Foundation and Phoenix Publishing House team up for ‘Page for Progress.’ Joining the turnover ceremony are (from left) Phoenix SVP Juan Carlos Sibal, SM Foundation (SMFI) Executive Director for Education Carmen Linda Atayde, Phoenix President Pilar Fatima Sibal-Balbin, Phoenix Board of Directors Chair Alegria Sibal-Limjoco, SMFI Executive Director Debbie Sy, and SMFI SAVP for … Continued

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