Sunday, April 13, 2025

Pru Life UK empowers more Muslim communities in Mindanao with its Adopt-a-Madrasah Program

Pru Life UK expands its Adopt-a-Madrasah program, empowering more Muslim communities in Mindanao, as part of its Takaful journey.  The Adopt-a-Madrasah learning modules will be rolled out in Davao, Cagayan de Oro, and Zamboanga.

In October 2024, Pru Life UK piloted its Adopt-a-Madrasah (Islamic school) program for three madaris in Davao City benefiting over 450 students and teachers with school materials. 

This year, the program aims to support 1,500 students and teachers in nine Islamic schools.

With international NGO ASSIST as its program implementing partner, the Adopt-a-Madrasah program aims to enhance capacity-building, financial literacy, climate and health awareness to foster resilient communities. The learning modules will include:

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

LifeBank, Iloilo LGUs, and CORE Philippines Partner to Raise Healthier Ilonggos Through Second Phase of First 1000 Days Project

Officials from LifeBank Microfinance Foundation, CORE Philippines, Iloilo LGUs and  government agencie join together to launch the second phase of the Breaking Barriers in the First 1000 Days (BBF1KD) project.

ILOILO CITY, Philippines—In a landmark moment for child nutrition, LifeBank Microfinance Foundation, CORE Philippines, Inc., and the Local Government Units (LGUs) of Maasin, Sta. Barbara, and New Lucena inked a new partnership on March 28 to raise a healthier generation of Filipinos.

The critical signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) during a ceremony entitled “Sealing Commitments, Transforming Communities,” has officially launched the second phase of the Breaking Barriers in the First 1000 Days of the Child (BBF1KD) project.

Netbank and JuanHand Sign Partnership for a Financially Inclusive Future

In the photo from left to right: Francisco “Coco” Mauricio (President and CEO, WeFund Lending Corp.), Amiel De Sotto (Head of Lender, Netbank), David Paulo Dela Paz (Co-founder and CEO, Netbank), Maxine Isabell G. Juan (Business Development Officer, WeFund Lending Corp.), and Tiezheng “Tim” Li (Chief Executive Officer, FinVolution)

Netbank Inc., a leader in rural banking, has partnered with JuanHand, the country's leading pure fintech lending app, to broaden its reach to the unbanked and underserved communities across the nation.

The partnership between the fintech companies will assist Filipinos of all ages in achieving their dreams and financing businesses by offering innovative lending solutions tailored to their specific needs. Attendees at the event include representatives from both organizations, such as Netbank’s Co-founder and CEO David Paulo Dela Paz and Head of Lender Amiel De Sotto. Key figures from FinVolution and WeFund Lending Corp. are also present, including FinVolution Global CEO Tiezheng “Tim” Li and President and CEO of WeFund Lending Corp., Francisco "Coco" Mauricio. 

Monday, April 7, 2025

Landco Pacific’s The Spinnaker Makes History as the First and Only Philippine Property Acclaimed as Best International Sustainable Residential Development at the 2024-2025 International Property Awards

Landco Pacific Corporation’s The Spinnaker is named the Best International Sustainable Residential Development, a prestigious milestone as the first and only Philippine property to earn this recognition at the 2024-2025 International Property Awards (IPA) in a culminating glittery gala night held at The Savoy, London.

The 22-storey beachfront condotel The Spinnaker, poised as an iconic architectural landmark resembling its namesake headsail of a yacht, in full swing, is recognized for its innovative design and sustainability facets seamlessly blended in its structure and facilities. The stunning condotel is situated at the master planned 23-hectare Resort Estates Club Laiya in Laiya, San Juan, Batangas.

Friday, April 4, 2025

SLGS Philippines hosts tech workshop to empower the youth for Women’s Month

Sun Life Global Solutions (SLGS) Philippines, the Global Capability Centre of the global insurance and asset management leader Sun Life celebrated Women's Month by hosting “IT Girls: Empowering the Youth in their IT Careers”, a workshop designed to inspire and equip young women interested in pursuing careers in information technology. The event provided valuable insights into how to enter and thrive in the IT industry, and an inside glimpse on exciting career opportunities in SLGS.   

Students from different universities gathered by partner WiTech (Women in Technology), a non-profit organization that aims to educate, inspire, and empower youth to break gender barriers and use tech to make a difference in society, joined an afternoon of informative talks and fun activities by SLGS Philippines leaders. 

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Sun Life Foundation and Save the Children Philippines bolster fight against malnutrition with launch of SUNBRIGHT+

Over 20,000 residents of Barangay Alabang, Muntinlupa are set to receive a boost in their nutrition, as Sun Life Financial-Philippines Foundation, Inc. (Sun Life Foundation) and Save the Children Philippines launch SUNBRIGHT+RCEL (“Supporting Nanay in Exclusive Breastfeeding and Infant/Child Feeding for Growing Healthy Tsikiting + Responsive Caregiving and Early Learning”).

SUNBRIGHT+ is a program that integrates trainings on Responsive Caregiving and Early Learning, an approach to childrearing that improves child development and well-being through consistent and nurturing parent-child interaction. Pursuing gender-inclusivity, the program will also encourage greater participation of male partners and caregivers in childcare, as research shows that men's involvement enhances health and development outcomes for children.

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Live That Extra Life in PAL Business Class with the Help of Maya!

There’s a certain excitement and joy that comes with flying Business Class. You skip the long lines, unwind in a premium lounge, stretch out in a spacious seat, and indulge in curated meals mid-air. That extra life isn’t just a dream—it’s within reach, thanks to Philippine Airlines and Maya, the #1 Digital Bank App in the Philippines. 

Because let’s face it—there’s flying, and then there’s flying Business

Class. Reclining in a comfy seat while sipping champagne and watching your favorite show feels like a world away from the usual travel stress. But with Maya, it’s not just a dream—it’s a daily money move away.