MVP Group lends helping hand to DSWD

MANILA, Philippines — The MVP Group of Companies, through its unified corporate social responsibility arm Tulong Kapatid, is teaming up with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to expand the reach of vital social services across the country.

The partnership aims to create broader and more meaningful impacts through aligned initiatives and pooled resources.

Through the collaboration, the combined strengths of the MVP Group foundations will reinforce government-led efforts across multiple fronts.

Tulong Kapatid, the corporate social responsibility alliance of foundations under the MVP Group of Companies, will enhance its existing initiatives and align them with sustainable programs to support DSWD’s mission of uplifting the living conditions of the poor, vulnerable and disadvantaged sectors of society.

“Sometimes, the most important work is not always the most visible. There is an intangible infrastructure that holds our nation together. Compassion, solidarity and the will to serve – these are some attributes that are hallmarks of the DSWD under the leadership of Secretary Rex Gatchalian. We’re here because we share the common conviction with the DSWD that the strength of the nation lies in how it cares for its most needy and vulnerable,” MVP Group of Companies chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan said.

As the MVP Group’s unified CSR arm, Tulong Kapatid brings together the philanthropic efforts of its member foundations to deliver a collective and coordinated impact.

Under the agreement, the PLDT-Smart Foundation will provide food and disaster relief, support livelihood initiatives and offer skills training.

One Meralco Foundation will contribute to community electrification, sustainable livelihood, environmental programs and emergency aid.

Alagang Kapatid Foundation will deliver relief packs, hygiene kits and small-scale livelihood support, while Metro Pacific Investments Foundation will aid in environmental and disaster relief efforts as well as livelihood assistance.

Maynilad Water Services Inc., meanwhile, will lend its expertise in water sanitation and hygiene, provide water in calamity or disaster-affected areas and conduct educational activities.

For its part, Makati Medical Center Foundation will offer medical services, nutrition programs and emergency response support.

“It is our belief that social progress and development can be achieved when all sectors collaborate and work together for the united purpose of extending help to those who need it most, as we steer them towards a better life. Thus, on behalf of the Department, I am privileged to forge this formal partnership with the MVP Group Tulong Kapatid,” Gatchalian said.