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BPI employees spend over 12,000 hours helping local communities

Published Mar 18, 2025 10:11 am
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BPI volunteers in Dumaguete boost marine biodiversity and support fisherfolk by deploying reef domes through the “Panag-ambit” project.

At the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), empowering communities is not just a mission — it’s a way of life. Through its social development arm, BPI Foundation (BPIF), the bank transforms the spirit of bayanihan into action with the BPI Bayan Program, an employee volunteerism initiative driving meaningful change. Guided by the principle of “Kasama Lahat sa Pag-Unlad,” the program enables employees to make a lasting impact on underserved communities.

As part of this initiative, employee volunteers formed Bayan Groups and spearheaded community projects focused on financial wellness, livelihood opportunities, and social upliftment. These activities allow volunteers to engage deeply with communities while honing essential skills such as leadership and collaboration, all while fostering a greater sense of purpose.

“At BPI Foundation, we believe that empowering communities starts from within. Through the BPI Bayan Program, our employees go beyond their roles as bankers — they become changemakers, dedicating their time and skills to uplift lives. By fostering a culture of volunteerism, we create meaningful and lasting impact, ensuring that no one is left behind on the path to progress,” said Carmina Marquez, BPIF Executive Director.

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The BPI Bayan Awards 2024 honored impactful employee-led initiatives, from financial literacy campaigns to sustainable livelihood programs creating lasting opportunities.

Benefits for 18,000 people

In 2024, more than 5,000 BPI employees dedicated over 12,000 volunteer hours to various initiatives across the Philippines, benefitting more than 18,000 individuals in communities across Metro Manila, Rizal, Bataan, Isabela, Laguna, Cavite, Batangas, Quezon Province, Palawan, Capiz, Iloilo, Cebu, Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, Zamboanga, Cagayan, Davao, and General Santos.

From conducting financial education workshops to organizing livelihood programs and providing essential resources, these volunteers brought BPI’s mission of financial inclusion to life, making a tangible impact on underserved communities.

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BPI volunteers in Negros Occidental preserve mangroves through the “Basura Baylo Bugas” program under the “Dagyaw Sang Kababainhan Sa Tomongtong” project.

Looking Ahead

BPI continues to champion volunteerism as a vital pillar of its commitment to nation-building. Through the BPI Bayan Program, the bank strives to extend its impact, ensuring that more underserved communities benefit from initiatives that promote financial literacy, sustainability, and resilience.

By working hand in hand with communities, BPI employees embody the true spirit of bayanihan—a collective effort that drives meaningful change. Together, they are not only strengthening BPI but also building a more inclusive and empowered Philippines.

For more stories on BPI Bayan and how you can support its initiatives, visit https://www.bpifoundation.org/

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