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GMA Network
21 minutes ago
- Climate
- GMA Network
Habagat in July 2025: Here's where you can send monetary, in-kind donations
The Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) has been devastating areas in Metro Manila and other regions of Visayas and Mindanao with heavy rains causing massive flooding. According to the Department of Social Welfare and Development on Tuesday, more than 490,000 families have been affected by the bad weather brought by Habagat. Six people were reported dead due to Tropical Cyclone Crising, the Habagat, and the low pressure area (LPA), with three of the reported dead located in Northern Mindanao and one each in Mimaropa, Davao Region, and Caraga. As of PAGASA's 2 p.m. update on Tuesday, the LPA they've been monitoring east of Auroa has since developed into Tropical Depression Dante. For those interested in helping, here's where you can send cash and in-kind donations for those affected by the heavy rains. GMA Kapuso Foundation The GMA Kapuso Foundation has begun its relief operations for the victims of Habagat. You may send your donations via Cebuana Lhuillier, GCash, Shopee, Lazada, Globe Rewards, and Metrobank Credit Card. Donations are 100% tax deductible. For more information, visit the GMA Kapuso Foundation website. Angat Buhay The Angat Buhay foundation's relief operations are currently ongoing in Quezon City, Caloocan, Valenzuela, Pasig, Marikina, Bulacan, Taytay, and Rizal. Those who wish to donate may do so via GCash and bank transfer. For more information, visit the Angat Buhay website. Caritas Manila Charity organization Caritas Manila has launched a donation drive for those affected by flooding brought about by Habagat. Those interested in supporting their initiative may contact them via 0967 276 4806 or send a message on Caritas Manila's Facebook page. SIKAD SIKAD, a cultural organization advocating for urban poor rights, calls for monetary and in-kind donations for communities affected by Tropical Cyclone Crising and Habagat. Those who want to give in-kind donations can drop them off at 12-A Kasiyahan St., Brgy. Holy Spirit, Quezon City. You may also send monetary donations via GCash: 0908 706 7927 and note "Crising." UP Manila University Student Council The Student Council of the University of the Philippines - Manila is accepting donations for UP students in need and disaster-stricken communities. Those who want to give in-kind donations can drop them off at UP Manila USC Office, 4F Joaquin Gonzales Building, Padre Faura St., Ermita, Manila. You may also send monetary donations via GCash: 0921 768 6992 and note "for donations." —Hermes Joy Tunac/CDC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
20 hours ago
- Climate
- GMA Network
Rehabilitated Kapuso classrooms at Matagbak Elementary School in Rizal now ready for use
Newly rehabilitated Kapuso classrooms at the Matagbak Elementary School in Pililla, Rizal, are now ready for use. According to "24 Oras" Monday, the three Kapuso classrooms were built in the school in 2010 after it was ravaged by Typhoon Ondoy in 2009. In 2024, however, the Kapuso classrooms were flooded and destroyed amid the onslaught of Typhoon Enteng. Under GMA Kapuso Foundation's Kapuso School Development Project, the affected classrooms were repaired and made even stronger; the school's comfort rooms were also renovated to ensure a comfortable experience for the students. "Inayos natin, lahat ng mga rooms we made sure na talagang walang pummapasok na tubig dito at tsaka ni-renovate natin lahat ng banyo para kumportable ang mga estudyante," said GMA Kapuso Foundation EVP and COO Rikki Esudero-Catibog. "Para mas tumagal 'yung buhay ng ating bubong kasi yung pintura nakakatulong siya para hindi agad kalawangin 'yung ating mga bubong. Pinalitan natin ng mga steel doors, so hindi na siya aanayin at mabubulok," GMA Kapuso Foundation supervising engineer Arnel Zantua also said. The foundation also equipped the classrooms with new armchairs and teachers' desks. A new smart TV was also donated to the school and vegetable seeds for the school garden. Meanwhile, rice and porridge were distributed to the students. Previously, the GMA Kapuso Foundation opened seven rehabilitated Kapuso classrooms at the Virgilio B. Melendres Memorial Elementary School, also in Pililla, Rizal. The foundation is currently preparing to extend help to those who have been affected by the floods caused by Severe Tropical Storm Crising and the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) over the weekend. While Crising has left the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), two low pressure areas (LPAs) are currently within the PAR and have a medium chance of developing into a tropical depression in the next 24 hours. On Tuesday, GMA Kapuso Foundation will distribute relief goods and porridge to affected residents of Balagtas, Bulacan, as well as evacuees in Baranggay Katipunan in Quezon City. For those who wish to support GMA Kapuso Foundation's projects, donations may be made via Metrobank, Land Bank, BDO, Bank of Commerce, UnionBank, PNB, Cebuana Lhuillier, GCash, Lazada, and Shopee. Visit the GMA Kapuso Foundation website for more information. Meanwhile, here's a list of Metro Manila malls offering free overnight parking, WiFi, and phone charging stations to those who may need assistance during the heavy rains. —CDC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
6 days ago
- General
- GMA Network
7 rehabilitated Kapuso classrooms in Pililla, Rizal now ready for use
Seven newly rehabilitated Kapuso classrooms at the Virgilio B. Melendres Memorial Elementary School in Pililla, Rizal, are now ready for use. According to "24 Oras" on Wednesday, GMA Kapuso Foundation first built the seven Kapuso classrooms in the school in 2010 after it was devastated by Typhoon Ondoy. The Kapuso classrooms, however, were devastated in 2024 following the onslaught of super typhoon Carina and tropical storm Enteng. The classrooms, now restored and made even stronger, are ready to be used, with Kindergarten student Grey among the many learners who will get to experience them. "Binuhusan natin 'yung corridor sa likod. At the same time, nilagyan natin ng kanal para 'yung tubig ma-divert siya hindi papunta sa classroom, papunta na siya palabas dito sa school," said GMA Kapuso Foundation supervising engineer Arnel Zantua. New armchairs and teachers' desks were also installed in Kapuso classrooms. A smart TV was likewise donated to the school, and rice and food were distributed to the students. GMA Kapuso Foundation advocate Patricia Tumulak was among those who took part in the initiative. "Sana ganahan sila mag-aral kasi sa pamamagitan ng pag-aaral nang mabuti diyan tayo aahon sa kahirapan at kaagapay ninyo ang GMA Kapuso Foundation at ang mga donors at sponsors nito," said GMA Kapuso Foundation EVP/COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog For those who wish to support GMA Kapuso Foundation's projects, donations may be made via Metrobank, Land Bank, BDO, Bank of Commerce, UnionBank, PNB, Cebuana Lhuillier, GCash, Lazada, and Shopee. Visit the GMA Kapuso Foundation website for more information. —CDC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
14-07-2025
- Health
- GMA Network
PWDs, senior citizens in Samar receive wheelchairs, crutches from GMA Kapuso Foundation
GMA Kapuso Foundation distributed wheelchairs and crutches to persons with disabilities (PWDs) and senior citizens in San Sebastian, Samar, in observance of National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Week, held annually on the third week of July. According to "24 Oras" report Monday, among the beneficiaries of the initiative was Bryan Mabingnay, a boatman who had his leg amputated in 2010 following a bike accident. To continue providing for his family, Bryan forged makeshift crutches from wood after his metal crutches broke. "'Yung sa isip ko, gumawa na lang ng kahoy kasi kaysa maghintay pa ko. Kahit kaunti kinikita, may pantawid lang sa pamilya," he said. Meanwhile, Bryan's neighbor Andy, whose legs have been affected by polio, crawls on his hands to walk. Despite his condition, he continues to work as a boatman and dives to catch fish. Through its initiative, the GMA Kapuso Foundation distributed wheelchairs, crutches, and hygiene kits to select PWDs and senior citizens. The foundation also crossed the waters by boat to deliver a wheelchair to Andy in Barangay Bontod. "Nasa fifth class municipality na po kami, makakatulong 'yun sa pang araw-araw na ginagawa nila," said Myla Nacion of the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office in San Sebastian, Samar. For those who wish to support GMA Kapuso Foundation's projects, donations may be made via Metrobank, Land Bank, BDO, Bank of Commerce, UnionBank, PNB, Cebuana Lhuillier, GCash, Lazada, and Shopee. Visit the GMA Kapuso Foundation website for more information. —CDC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
11-07-2025
- General
- GMA Network
9,200 students in Capiz, Negros receive school supplies from GMA Kapuso Foundation
A total of 9,200 students in the provinces of Capiz, Negros Occidental, and Negros Oriental received complete school supplies from the GMA Kapuso Foundation. According to '24 Oras" Friday, Capiz is known as the seafood capital of the country, where the lives of many residents revolve around the sea. Meanwhile, in Barangay Roberto S. Benedicto, La Carlota, Negros Occidental, several young individuals who are passionate about sports also dream of earning a college diploma. Some of these students have even competed in tennis at the Palarong Pambansa. Eight-year-old Zander, for instance, hopes to secure a sports scholarship for college, which would greatly assist his family, particularly his father, who works at a sugar mill. 'Nagagamit talaga nila ito sa kanilang pag-aaral kasi libre ang pag-aaral nila. Ngayon, may mga apat na player ako andiyan sa college sa Bacolod. Free tuition,' said Capt. Atet Guba, Brgy. Roberto S. Benedicto, La Carlota, Negros Occidental. As part of GMA Kapuso Foundation's 'Unang Hakbang sa Kinabukasan' project, 9,200 Kinder and Grade 1 students in Capiz, Negros Occidental, and Negros Oriental received complete sets of school supplies. 'Nagsisilbing inspirasyon sa mga bata. Mga gastos ng mga magulang para sa supplies, puwede nang magastos sa ibang pangangailangan,' Roel Bermejo, Schools Division Superintendent of DepEd Capiz, said. 'Karamihan sa mga magulang ay financially hard-up kasi off-season ngayon ng milling. Malaki talaga ang naitulong,' said Jen-Ann V. Rosal, EdD, CSE, OIC Assistant Schools Superintendent, La Carlota DepEd. For those who want to take part in GMA Kapuso Foundation's initiatives, you may send your donations through bank deposits, Cebuana Lhuillier, GCash, Shopee, PayMaya, Zalora, MegaMart, Globe Rewards, Metrobank credit card, and Lazada. For more information, visit the GMA Kapuso Foundation website. —Carby Rose Basina/CDC, GMA Integrated News
