Henry Sy Foundation, SM Foundation transform spaces for inclusive education in the Philippines Philippine School for the Deaf (PSD) hand signs a gratitude message to Henry Sy Foundation (HSF), Department of Education, and Pasay Local Government after they collaborated for the revitalization of the 12-room laboratory building of Senior High School students. The Philippines’ Magna … Continued

SM group spreads social good with ‘Christmas Cheers’ SM employee-volunteers from SM CDO Downtown with some of the beneficiaries of Christmas Cheers The season of giving is within our midst. As the world embraces the spirit of Christmas with open arms, SM group employees stepped out of the holiday rush and into the shoes of … Continued

SM Foundation recently concluded its two-day medical mission in Leyte, bringing essential healthcare services to nearly 1,800 beneficiaries.  The missions, held at Alang-Alang and Tanuan, aimed to address the medical needs of the underserved population and underscored SM Foundation’s dedication to making healthcare accessible to all. The beneficiaries received a range of services, from basic … Continued

SM Foundation’s 200th health center brings new hope to Laguna Rural health centers are more than just buildings—they’re lifelines, offering a comprehensive range of health services at a minimal cost or even free to the most vulnerable. The presence of dedicated healthcare providers, who truly grasp the local struggles and share the community’s cultural fabric, … Continued

 Some of the KSK farmers tend their urban garden in Sto. Cristo Elementary School The world is steadily redefining how cities are deemed. Through the transformative power of urban gardening, cities are no longer concrete jungles but vibrant oases, teeming with life greenery.  As urban gardening takes root, it allows people to rediscover the bountiful … Continued

The new two-floor school building of Laguna Resettlement Community School features four fully equipped rooms with PWD-friendly facilities. Overcrowded classrooms, insufficient learning time, inadequately designed learning spaces, and teacher dissatisfaction pose challenges to the Philippine education system. The challenges faced by the Philippine education system are multifaceted. With inadequate time for instruction, students are unable … Continued

The SM Foundation (SMFI)  celebrates the feat of 397 SM scholars from class 2023, including 8 summa cum laude, 72 cum laude, 55 magna cum laude, and 26 academic distinction awardees. Joining the event is SMFI trustee Engr. Ramon Gil Macapagal, SM Investments (SMIC) Chairman Emeritus Jose Sio, SMIC executive director Harley Sy, SM Engineering … Continued

SM Foundation’s scholarship program empowers dreams of youth In a world brimming with boundless possibilities, education serves as a powerful lever that propels young dreamers towards their desired destinations. Especially for youth from low-income households, it allows them to transcend from the lives they have long known. This is the very vision of SM group’s … Continued

SM Foundation marks graduation of Urban Gardeners Some of the KSK farmers in Manila harvest the vegetables in SM City San Lazaro’s urban garden. The once niche practice of urban gardening is now gaining ground in various cities across the country through SM Foundation’s Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) on Sustainable Agriculture Program. Through the program, … Continued

   Dr. Fernandez checks a patient inside the new UP-PGH’s Division of Pulmonary Medicine Post-COVID PulmoCare Hub. After more than three years of battle, the world has moved past the acute phase of the pandemic. However, the lingering effects of COVID-19 continue to pose challenges, particularly in the realm of health and well-being. One of … Continued

SM Foundation turns over new school building in Batangas Inside one of the newly built classrooms donated by SM Prime Holding, Inc. (SMPHI), through SM Foundation. Over 21 million students have enrolled for the school year 2023-2024, with Region 4A logging the most enrollments at over three million. The school year was also met with … Continued

(From left) SM North EDSA Mall Manager Miguel Gaspi, SM Supermalls Operations SAVP Jocelyn Clarino, SM Foundation Executive Director for Health and Medical Programs Connie Angeles, Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Carleen Sedilla, Regional Medical Officer of DepEd National Capital Region Dr. Connie Gepanayao, and School and Governance & Operations Division Chief Dr. Maria Teresa Namoro … Continued