Health workers and community leaders in Brgy. Irawan use the refurbished birthing facility to implement their medical programs. For many, Palawan is a haven for travelers, boasting a mix of lush greenery and crystal-clear waters. But for its residents, the enchanting island province is a home and an inseparable part of their identity. In Brgy. … Continued

SM scholars Robin Raton (left) and Monica Zapanta (right)  Amidst the varied challenges of the past three years, the world witnessed solidarity and the power of sharing a vision. People from diverse backgrounds united to help students adapt and become more resilient despite the sudden shift to online learning. To this day, the collective efforts … Continued

  Palawan resident Delia Pagadora receives free medicines at the medical mission of SMFI in Brgy. Irawan  SM group, through its social good arm SM Foundation, recently organized four medical missions, providing more medical care to key areas in Palawan.  Three missions were conducted in Puerto Princesa: Naval Station Apolinario Jalandoon (NSAJ), Brgy. Irawan, and Brgy … Continued

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