In a heartwarming display of solidarity and support, the FBM Foundation recently collaborated with the Fairplay For All Foundation to provide assistance to underprivileged communities in Payatas, Quezon City. Payatas, often referred to as the epicenter of the garbage industry in Metro Manila, is home to families who rely on this sector for their livelihood. Even after the closure of the dumpsite, residents continue to work as garbage truck drivers, collectors, and scavengers, living on the brink of poverty. Fairplay For All Foundation has been instrumental in helping these communities overcome the challenges they face.
A Multi-Faceted Approach:
Fairplay For All Foundation operates on a multi-pronged strategy encompassing education, financial support, mental health, and food provisions. Through its various programs, including the Fairplay Café, Fairplay Youth Center, and Payatas Sports Center, the organization has become deeply integrated into the community, working tirelessly to uplift its residents.
FBM Foundation’s Generous Donation:
In a significant step toward aiding Filipino scholars struggling with unemployment and scarcity in Payatas, the FBM Foundation extended its support. The foundation made substantial donations to benefit the Cafeteria and Youth Center project, as well as more than 60 families of scholars. The contribution included a wide range of essentials:
Food processors
Rice sacks
Large woks
Home gallery boxes (12L and 18L)
Air fryers
Blenders
Vegetable oils
Beans and lentils
Personal hygiene items (alcohol, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo)
School supplies (pencil boxes, black and red ballpen boxes, whiteboard markers)
Bookshelves for the library
Educational materials (brain quest for kindergarten, A4 bond paper, legal bond paper)
Educational toys
A Helping Hand with a Hopeful Impact:
Vitor Francisco, a representative of the FBM Foundation, emphasized the significance of making a positive impact in the lives of those facing adversity. He stressed that sometimes, all it takes is a helping hand to empower individuals to pursue their dreams. The FBM Foundation recognized the invaluable work of the Fairplay For All Foundation and expressed their unwavering commitment to supporting the people of Payatas. This collaboration serves as a beacon of hope for communities striving to overcome challenging circumstances.
The partnership between the FBM Foundation and Fairplay For All Foundation underscores the importance of collective efforts to uplift marginalized communities. Through their combined support and dedication, these organizations are making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need. Their commitment to education, financial stability, mental well-being, and food security serves as an inspiring example of how charitable initiatives can create lasting change in society.