SM scholar James Wong at the PPCRV Command Center in Sampaloc, Manila, volunteering to ensure transparent and efficient election monitoring. Each year, the SM Group, through the SM Foundation College Scholarship Program opens doors for youth from vulnerable communities. The program follows a rigorous selection process, selecting students who show both academic promise and a … Continued

Established in 2008, the Felicidad T. Sy Foundation (FTSFI) carries forward the spiritual vision of its namesake by extending its reach beyond the chapels in SM Malls. Recognizing the importance of fostering community connections, the foundation renovates and maintains these chapels and other Catholic religious facilities throughout the Philippines. This dedication ensures these spaces serve … Continued

SM Foundation, the social good arm of the SM Group, has been internationally recognized for its innovative communication initiatives, bringing home two honors from the 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards held in Seoul, South Korea. The foundation received the Silver Stevie® Award for Innovation in Community Relations or Public Service Communications and the Bronze Stevie® Award … Continued

In support of the SM Foundation’s College Scholarship Program, ten outstanding STEM students have been named scholars for the 2025–2026 academic year. Their scholarships are sponsored by Mastercard through The SM Store’s Shop & Share program. Ten outstanding STEM students (TOSS) have been officially selected for the 2025–2026 academic year, through a joint initiative between … Continued

At the medical mission, residents of General Trias, Cavite get their blood pressure checked by volunteers before seeing doctors. SM Foundation conducted anew a medical mission in General Trias, Cavite on May 2, continuing its two-decade healthcare program. The initiative delivered 600 services from– medical check-ups, dental procedures, and blood tests to the community. The … Continued

The two-story, four-classroom school building at the 88-year-old Punta Elementary School in Tanza, Cavite, turned over by SM Foundation and SM Prime in November 2020, now caters to classes from Grades 3 to 6, some of which were previously held at the school’s covered court pre-pandemic. In November 2020, amid the challenges of the COVID-19 … Continued

Representatives of SM Prime, SM Foundation, and Department of Education (DepEd) held a ground breaking ceremony on April 24 at Sta. Filomena Central School in Iligan City, Lanao del Norte SM Foundation, in partnership with SM Prime, launched two new school building projects in Mindanao as part of its mission of improving access to quality … Continued

The SM Foundation has launched its Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) program in Southern Luzon. The SM Foundation has launched its Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) program in Southern Luzon, with 100 farmers from San Juan, Batangas commencing a 14-week training on modern agricultural practices. The program provides practical instruction in organic farming, crop rotation, and climate-resilient … Continued

How the Felicidad T. Sy Foundation Brings Faith Closer to Communities Chapel of the Most Holy Rosary, SM Makati.   As the dawn of Holy Week draws near, many Filipino families prepare to deepen their faith through reflection, prayer, and acts of devotion. In this season of spiritual renewal, the need for accessible spaces for … Continued

Mercy Pacat (left), leader of the Ecobloom Farmers Association, joins fellow farmers in selling their harvest at SM City Bataan. The SM Foundation’s Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) Farming Program was established in line with SM Group founder Henry Sy, Sr.’s mission to help Filipino farmers become more self-sufficient and productive while contributing to local food … Continued

SM Foundation Health and Medical Programs project manager Dalfhen Samson (third from left) joins SM Cares and Philippine Red Cross representatives in a medical mission at the Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City Every day, hundreds of patients across the Philippines rely on blood transfusions to survive life-threatening, adverse health events and serious illnesses like … Continued

The SM Foundation continues to uplift the youth through its scholarship program, partnering with over 200 schools nationwide. In Leyte, six partner institutions stand out, with Saint Paul School of Professional Studies (SPSPS) emerging as one of the key contributors to the program’s success.  SPSPS, one of the largest Accountancy schools in the Philippines, has … Continued