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

Artist’s perspective of the Sisters of Mary School-Adlas Felicidad Sy Hall Digital Transformation Center. The Sisters of Mary School celebrated a topping-off ceremony for its Digital Transformation Center in Silang, Cavite, on Sunday, March 23, 2025. This event marks the completion of the building’s structural framework. The construction of the facility, named the Felicidad Sy … Continued

Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan Farming Program launched anew in Central and Northern Luzon to uplift small-scale farmers in vulnerable communities. In photo: KSK Farmers tour the SM Market in Bataan to learn about marketing opportunities. SM Foundation, Inc. (SMFI) has rolled out anew its Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) Farming Program in Central and North Luzon. A … Continued

SM Scholar and Universidad de Zamboanga graduate Alhadzfar Jammang Education can change lives, and scholarships open doors that would otherwise remain closed for many students facing financial challenges.  The SM Foundation, in partnership with Universidad de Zamboanga (UZ), is helping make this possible by providing students with the support they need to complete their studies … Continued

Improvements years after SM Foundation’s school building turnover. Tuba Central School’s (TSC) data showed that in some grade levels, about one-third or even half of their actual total enrollment are proficient to advanced learners. Seven years ago, Tuba Central School (TCS) had to make do with overcrowded classrooms, each accommodating up to 53 students on … Continued

SM Scholar alumna Dr. Daisy Rosano fulfills her childhood dream of becoming a teacher through the SM Foundation College Scholarship Program. Life’s challenges often serve as the greatest teachers, shaping character in ways that comfort never could. For many Filipino students, financial hurdles make higher education seem out of reach. But with the right support, … Continued