The SM Foundation, through its longstanding commitment to healthcare initiatives, extended a helping hand to Baguio City on January 12, 2024, in the wake of a recent stomach flu and Acute Gastroenteritis outbreak that affected roughly 3,000 residents. The turnover ceremony, held at the City Hall of Baguio City, marks another chapter in the foundation’s … Continued
Inside the newly revitalized Brgy. Irawan Birthing Facility in Puerto Princesa, Palawan SM Foundation, Inc (SMFI), the philanthropic arm of the SM Group, has recently renovated two vital healthcare centers in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. These facilities, the Naval Station Apolinario Jalandoon Medical Dispensary and the Barangay Irawan Birthing Facility, were reopened, increasing SMFI’s upgraded health … Continued
SM Foundation enabled Brgy. 118-120 Health Center better serve 25,516 residents under its care. Caloocan City’s Brgy. 118-120 Health Center has been transformed, evolving into a vibrant healthcare hub that is SM Foundation’s 204th Wellness Center. The newly rehabilitated center continues the SM group’s commitment of creating spaces that not only address the healthcare needs … Continued
SM employee volunteer hands out Kalinga Packs in Pampanga. Amidst the onslaught of Typhoon Egay in various parts of the Philippines, SM group through its social good arm, SM Foundation, Inc. (SMFI) activated Operation Tulong Express (OPTE), providing relief to affected communities throughout the country. With its recent activation, SMFI and SM Supermalls distributed Kalinga … Continued
SM College Scholarship Program helps pave new life for the youth Some moments fade with time, certain experiences leave an indelible mark, shaping not just our paths but our very identities. For Atty. Marmie Deniega and Amanda Hora, the SM scholarship application wasn’t just a gateway to education; it was the moment that shaped the … Continued
Farmers from Zamboanga showcase their crops during the harvest festival In the midst of our busy lives, we often encounter moments of inspiration that have the power to create positive change. Such moments invite us to reflect on our potential for social good. Years ago, Henry “Tatang” Sy Sr. embodied this spirit. Driven by an … Continued
KSK-SAP farmer beneficiaries from Zambales with SM Foundation’s partners. After 14 weeks of intensive modern agricultural training, SM Foundation proudly celebrated the graduation of farmer beneficiaries from its Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan on Sustainable Agriculture Program (KSK-SAP). The events signify a crucial step towards sustainable farming practices and economic empowerment for marginalized farmers. In Central Luzon, … Continued
Karen Cruz, an SM employee from SM City Fairview (fifth from left), snaps a photo after completing their floral arrangement learning session. The Felicidad T. Sy Foundation (FTSFI), an affiliate of SM Foundation dedicated to promoting Catholic living and supporting various initiatives within the community, has recently rekindled its Sacristy Upkeep & Floral Art in … Continued
New students begin a new chapter of their academic lives as proud SM scholars. SM group’s social good arm, SM Foundation, recently awarded college scholarships to 470 freshmen, demonstrating its commitment to breaking the cycle of poverty through education. To kick off the journey as SM scholars, the foundation held an online awarding event called … Continued
The SM Foundation has completed the rehabilitation of two healthcare facilities in Luzon before the end of 2023. The Lucban Health Center in Baguio and the Air Force City Hospital in Clark City, Pampanga, received upgrades as part of the SM Foundation’s commitment to improving healthcare in the Philippines. Rehabilitation of Baguio’s Health Center Patients … Continued
Representatives of SM group and Mastercard, led by SMFI Executive Director Debbie Sy, SMFI Education Program’s Executive Director Linda Atayde and SAVP Eleanor Lansang, SM Store Vice President for Marketing Roshan Nandwani, SM Retail, Inc. CFO Jonathan Ng, and Simon Calasanz, Country Manager, Philippines, Mastercard at the ceremonial check turnover, following the success of the … Continued
SM Foundation officially turns over its 107th school building to the San Fernando South Central Integrated School in San Fernando, La Union. Overcrowding is a major challenge faced by public schools in the Philippines. With limited resources and a large student population, classrooms often become crammed, hindering effective learning and individual attention. The SM Foundation’s … Continued