The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Manila Chapter, one of PRC's pioneer branches, celebrated the humanitarian organization's 75th anniversary through a gala held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines on Sunday, May 29.
The event showed the important role that the PRC has played in shaping the country's history.
It was one of the series of events to be held in celebration of the PRC’s 75th anniversary.
Donors, volunteers, staff, and public officials attended the gathering.
"Aim high, take heart, be active in the Red Cross, be leaders in the #RedCross and I'm sure we will never, never put our heads down because service to the most vulnerable is the best service of all," said PRC Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Senator Richard J. Gordon in his inspirational message.
Senator Cynthia Villar also graced the event and commended PRC for being proactive when responding to emergencies and disasters.
Villar also noted that PRC's immediate relief in difficult times is what makes them stand out and what they are doing requires not just talent and competence but commitment and a compassionate heart.
Other public figures who gave video or live messages were President-elect Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Vice President-elect Sara Duterte, Supreme Court Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo, former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno, and Congressman Amado Bagatsing. (Luisa Cabato)