Collaborating for the adaptive restoration of the century-old Quezon Hall or Bulwagang Quezon of the West Visayas State University (WVSU) in Iloilo City. Joining the ceremonial signing of the memorandum of agreement are WVSU’s Dr. Joselito Villaruz, Dr. Peter Ernie Paris, Dr. Porferio Barlas, and SM Foundation and Henry Sy Foundation’s Debbie Sy, Dr. Lydia … Continued

SM Foundation continues its mission to uplift and empower Filipino farmers, enabling them to contribute to food security through modern agricultural practices.Its Kabalikat Sa Kabuhayan (KSK) on Sustainable Agriculture program launched the training of 50 farmer-beneficiaries from Batches 348-349 on June 28, 2024, at SM City General Santos. The KSK on Sustainable Agriculture program aims to … Continued

Continuing its mission of boosting local healthcare services, SM Foundation has recently completed the refurbishment of two health centers in South Cotabato.  The Polomolok East Community Clinic and the Baluan Rural Health Unit in General Santos City have undergone extensive renovations, bringing quality healthcare closer to vulnerable communities, particularly those in geographically isolated and disadvantaged … Continued

SM Scholar alumna Engr. Mary June Felongco happily serves as a Resident Engineer at SM City Iloilo The human spirit thrives on passion. It’s the fuel that ignites creativity, drives innovation, and propels us towards fulfilling lives. But for many, the path to pursuing their passions is riddled with various life constraints.  This was once … Continued

Eng: SM Group extends helping hand to Tondo fire victims SM Group, through SM Foundation and SM Supermalls, mobilized its Operation Tulong Express (OPTE) program to assist families displaced by a recent fire in Tondo, Manila. Serving communities, SM City San Lazaro employee-volunteers helped distribute over 90 Kalinga Packs containing essential relief items. OPTE is … Continued

Medical mission in Looc, Batangas SM Foundation, the social good arm of the SM Group, recently conducted two successful medical missions in the municipalities of Looc and Ibaan, Batangas.  The initiative, which aimed to provide accessible healthcare services to vulnerable communities, served approximately 700 patients. During the two-day event, residents of Looc and Ibaan received … Continued

By Debbie Sy Individually, we are one drop, but together, we can create ripples of social good. Today, more than ever, there is a profound need for collaboration in service of the greater good. As SM Foundation charts its course for the coming years, we are fortifying our initiatives with the power of collaboration. By … Continued

The SM Foundation Scholarship Program provides a chance for is alumnus Fritz Mendez to achieve his dream of a college education and a successful career. For those who have been in the shadows of hardships, a chance—a single spark—could be enough to illuminate the path to a brighter future.  For thousands of deserving students from … Continued

SM City Lucena activates Operation Tulong Express (OPTE) to provide aid to communities it serves. SM Group, through the collaboration of SM Foundation and SM Supermalls, has provided relief to communities affected by Typhoon Aghon in Laguna and Quezon provinces through its Operation Tulong Express (OPTE) initiative. The foundation distributed a total of 1,265 relief … Continued

SM Foundation, led by its Education Program executive director Carmen Linda Atayde and SAVP Eleanor Lansang with the scholars from Iloilo, Roxas City, and Bacolod. Inspired by the vision of SM Group founder Tatang Henry Sy, Sr., SM Foundation has been dedicated to empowering Filipino youth through its comprehensive scholarship program. This initiative provides a … Continued

Felicidad T. Sy Foundation’s Kasalan sa SM mass wedding underscores SM Group’s commitment to upholding the Filipino Catholic faith and fostering strong family values within the community. The SM Group’s matriarch, Felicidad “Nanang” Sy, has long believed that faith is a solid foundation upon which communities can be built.  This faith inspired the establishment of … Continued

Championing development communications and social good. SM Foundation Executive Director Debbie Sy (center), Trustee Engr. Ramon Gil Macapagal (left), Senior Assistant Vice President Victor Chan (right) and the rest of the SMFI Communications team, with the 2024 Gold and Bronze Stevie Awards. The SM Foundation, the social good arm of the SM Group, was honored … Continued