As heavy rains and successive typhoons continue to batter parts of Luzon, triggering widespread flooding and displacing thousands, a strong wave of support from public and private sectors has brought much-needed relief to affected families.
In a major relief effort for disaster-affected Filipinos, Finance Secretary and Social Security Commission (SSC) Chair Ralph G. Recto has approved lower interest rates and a significantly faster turnaround for the Social Security System’s (SSS) Calamity Loan Program.
As torrential rain and floods continue to displace communities across Luzon, the MVP Group of Companies has launched a multi-sectoral emergency response to deliver critical services to affected Filipinos.
Grab Philippines and MOVE IT have jointly rolled out a comprehensive disaster relief and community support initiative in response to the damage caused by the intensified southwest monsoon (Habagat), which has displaced thousands and disrupted livelihoods across several regions in Luzon.
Grab Philippines has stepped in to help flood-prone Marikina City prepare for disasters, donating motorized rescue boats to bolster its emergency response as the southwest monsoon and recent storms, including Severe Tropical Storm Crising, continue to trigger flooding threats.
When disaster strikes, the SM Group doesn’t just send aid—it mobilizes its entire network to provide immediate relief and safe spaces for affected communities.
The Philippine gaming regular Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. has launched a major relief effort for Tropical Storm Kristine-hit areas, dispatching the first 5,000 of its prepared 53,000 relief packs.
The Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation and its private sector partners recently provided emergency support to communities hit by Super Typhoon Carina.