Style Weekend: Make the holidays even more meaningful with these donation drives and thoughtful gifts

There are many ways for you to spread the love this season


Hub Toy Drive

As part of its Hub Cares initiatives, Hub Make Lab is accepting toys, art supplies, school supplies, children’s books, and similar items to gift neighborhood kids aged 2–12 years old. Interested donors can send a direct message to @hubmakelab on Instagram to schedule drop-offs. The Hub Toy Drive runs until Dec. 22, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the First United Building in Escolta, Manila City.

Meriendrag Before Christmas

Butterboy Bakehouse is hosting Meriendrag Before Christmas, a free-admission benefit show in partnership with Mbrace Project Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting children with cancer, disabilities, and chronic illnesses through care, empowerment, and advocacy.

During the event, the bakehouse will accept gifts such as hats, toys, or children’s books. Meriendrag Before Christmas will take place on Dec. 21, from 2 to 3 p.m., at Butterboy SM North EDSA in Quezon City. For more details, visit @butterboyph.

Save From Extinction campaign

The Save From Extinction fundraising campaign drives financial support for animals on the brink of extinction. Supporters can purchase t-shirts and tote bags from SM Retail brand Kultura, featuring six majestic yet critically endangered species: the Philippine Eagle, Pawikan, Tamaraw, Cockatoo, Dugong, and Philippine Pangolin.

Funds raised through the campaign directly support conservation efforts by trusted NGO partners, including the World Wide Fund for Nature Philippines, Philippine Eagle Foundation, Zoological Society of London, D’Aboville Foundation, and Katala Foundation, in partnership with the DENR.

You can also donate through Save From Extinction kiosks, BDO ATMs, BDO online banking, or over-the-counter at BDO branches nationwide.

Visit the special Save From Extinction kiosks at SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, SM Aura, and SM Makati until the end of December to shop for gifts that give back. After December, merchandise will remain available at select Kultura branches.

Santa Paws: Christmas Gift for a Cause

This season of giving, Passion Project invites everyone to join its Santa Paws 2024 Christmas Gifts for a Cause initiative. Featuring unique Christmas Gift Packages, this project raises funds to provide shelter, care, and love for animals in need.

Each package offers different options, from customized e-cards to sponsoring an animal or funding a grand wellness program for senior rescues. Learn more at @passionprojectph.

K-Cards and PAWS Calendar 2025

The Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) introduces its limited-edition Karma Cards (K-Cards). These digital cards (P200) feature heartwarming stories of shelter animals paired with witty and humorous phrases that are sure to make anyone smile.

Every purchase of a PAWS K-Card helps support over 200 rescued animals in the shelter. Visit @pawsphilippines to get your K-Card today.

UNICEF Cards

Experience the joy of sending personal messages with UNICEF Cards, featuring the delightful art of Filipino artist Manuel Baldemor. For every P1,000 donation, you’ll receive a box set of 12 limited-edition cards, helping children in need while spreading holiday happiness.

Your donation supports vulnerable children, providing better access to education, health and nutrition, child protection, and aid during emergencies. Learn more at @unicefphils.

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