How the SM College Scholarship empowered its scholar SM scholar Jamaica Magbanua Beyond the chance to pursue higher education, college is often a journey brimming with experiences that prompt self-discovery. It has a multifaceted role in shaping skilled, and well-rounded students, guided by new perspectives for the future.  Acknowledging the pivotal role of education in … Continued

SM Foundation, Inc (SMFI), the social good arm of the SM group, has recently refurbished two essential health centers in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. The two health facilities–Naval Station Apolinario Jalandoon Medical Dispensary and the Barangay Irawan Birthing Facility–were turned on last July 10 and 11, 2023, respectively, bringing SMFI’s total refurbished health centers to 194. … Continued

In a bid to uplift communities and promote environmental consciousness, the SM group has recently rolled out its Urban Farming initiative through the SM Foundation’s Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan on Sustainable Agriculture Program (KSK-SAP). The program, which commenced on July 7 at SM North EDSA, will also be introduced in 21 SM Supermalls nationwide. Rooted in … Continued

Inside the newly refurbished Brgy. Canlalay Health Station, Biñan, Laguna  For the SM group, social good moves beyond charity. It means allowing communities to move towards progress, giving them the opportunity to have safe, healthy, and productive lives.  In fulfilling this mission, SM Foundation recently collaborated with UNIQLO Philippines to provide much-needed assistance for Paeng-hit … Continued

Representatives from the SM group and Mastercard, led by SM Foundation Executive Director Debbie Sy (fourth from left) and SM Store Vice President for Marketing Roshan Nandwani (sixth from left), Simon Calasanz, Country Manager, Philippines, Mastercard (fifth from left), and SM Retail, Inc. Chief Financial Officer Jonathan H. Ng (third from right) gather during the … Continued

SM Foundation, Inc. (SMFI),  recently collaborated with Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (Philippines) Inc. through Kabisig ng Kalahi (KNK) president Victoria Wieneke, to donate about 13,000 hand soaps to help promote a safe and hygienic environment in its partner communities. Representatives from SM Foundation and Philippine Navy prepare to load boxes of hand soaps The distribution of … Continued

Health workers hope to provide better primary healthcare services amidst the upgrades at Brgy. Canlalay Health Station Not just one but two highly destructive typhoons had hit the Brgy. Canlalay in Biñan, Laguna over the past years. Following the onslaught of Ondoy, the humble community was also devastated by the severe tropical storm Paeng. But … Continued

Over two decades since its first medical mission, SM Foundation continues to strengthen its mission of bringing a renewed sense of well-being to low-income Filipino communities through meaningful collaborations. Fortifying this, SM group’s social good arm recently partnered with various organizations in its two-day medical mission, serving over 1,400 beneficiaries in Sorsogon and Legazpi in … Continued

Through a recent collaboration for social good, the SM group activated the Operation Tulong Express (OPTE) to provide assistance to over 70 families affected by a fire that engulfed 65 houses in Tzu Chi Village, Barangay Lake Danao, Ormoc City on June 14, 2023. Joining SM Foundation in distributing Kalinga packs are SM Supermalls, SM … Continued

Michael John Salonga, SM Scholar alumnus and Top 9 in April 2023 SPLE for Secondary Teachers Young dreamers who grew up in economically disadvantaged households see opportunities in a different light. For them, each chance isn’t a mere stepping stone–it is a concrete bridge that will allow them to confidently traverse a life towards stability … Continued

SM scholar alumna and May 2023 CPALE Top 9 Lea Pedarse The path to success is often marked by resilience and unwavering determination. However, for individuals hailing from financially disadvantaged households, this journey requires an extra layer of practicality and resourcefulness.  Lea Pedarse, an alumna of the SM Foundation’s Scholarship Program, exemplifies these qualities as … Continued

Starting as a noble endeavor in 2001, SM Foundation’s medical missions have now evolved into an initiative that encompasses a wide range of medical services and holistic support to low-income individuals.  As a testament to this, SM Foundation held a two-day medical mission in Rosales and Bayambang, Pangasinan, from June 2-3, 2023. Launching the first … Continued