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Aboitiz Foods’ Project EduCare supports early childhood development

by Contributor May 7, 2026

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ILIGAN CITY – As Aboitiz Foods accelerates its expansion across Asia, the company remains steadfast in its commitment to creating shared value through initiatives that drive community progress and ensure that regional growth translates into local resilience.

One such initiative is Project EduCare – the company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) program that supports access to quality education in underserved communities and equips young people with knowledge and opportunities by investing in learning infrastructure, tools, and resources.

Aboitiz Foods, through its subsidiary Pilmico Foods Corporation (Pilmico), partnered with Aboitiz Foundation and the local barangay of Dalipuga to turn over the community’s first fully furnished day care center on April 22, 2026.

Tools for brighter futures. The interior of the new Dalipuga daycare center is equipped with modern learning tools and educational toys designed to stimulate cognitive and social development crucial in a child’s formative years.

The new concrete facility is a major upgrade, replacing their cramped, poorly ventilated plywood classroom. Now with a brighter, modern space equipped with toys and learning tools, the facility will help nurture the social, emotional, physical, language, and cognitive development of children up to age five—helping build strong foundations during their formative years.

“For us at Aboitiz Foods, ‘nourishing the future’ is about making a meaningful impact for generations to come,” said Engr. Alexis Revantad, vice president for Iligan Site Management and Flour Operations, added, “Investing in this center means investing in our future leaders, thinkers, and changemakers.”

The construction of the daycare center directly supports Republic Act No. 12199, also known as the Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) System Act, which promotes a child’s long-term learning and well-being. This year, around 50 children in Barangay Dalipuga will be able to use the newly constructed center.

Barangay Chairwoman Nilda Hamoy described the center as “a symbol of hope and opportunity for every child who will use it.” She remarked, “This will remain a reminder of our role in improving education and in giving a brighter future for the next generation.”Through initiatives like Project EduCare, Aboitiz Foods reinforces the value of collaboration in turning purpose into action and in supporting the UN’s Global Sustainable Development Goals. By integrating these initiatives into its regional expansion, the company ensures that as it scales, the people it serves thrive alongside it – nourishing the future together.

May 7, 2026 0 comments

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Aboitiz Foods empowers Mindanao communities with egg production livelihood project

by Contributor March 18, 2026

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TUDELA, Misamis Occidental – Improving both nutrition and livelihoods in rural communities, Aboitiz Foods, through Pilmico Foods Corporation (Pilmico), teamed up with Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. and World Vision to expand Project Omelette—an initiative that equips farmers and aspiring entrepreneurs with poultry farming resources, skills training, and technical assistance, enabling them to produce and sell fresh eggs.

Following the implementation in Negros Occidental in 2024 and Zamboanga Del Norte in 2025, Aboitiz Foods brought Project Omelette to Tudela, Misamis Occidental. The company recently turned over a new egg machine livelihood kit to the Makugihon Community-managed Savings and Credit Association (CoMSCA), helping their community establish a sustainable poultry enterprise.

“Through collaboration with our partner organizations, the local government unit, and the barangay, we hope this livelihood will succeed and inspire members to sustain and grow the project,” said Greg Canoy, Corporate Social Responsibility Supervisor at Aboitiz Foods, during the turnover ceremony on March 11, 2026.

Part of the Pilmico Livelihood Kit Program, each Project Omelette livelihood package includes four egg machines with 192 ready-to-lay hens, two months’ worth of poultry feed, an egg-weighing scale, animal health products, and technical support from Pilmico. These resources will help beneficiaries launch poultry operations that generate additional income while improving access to affordable eggs in their communities.

“Our commitment to nourishing the future together continues to guide our work. We ensure that our progress is shared, allowing our communities to move forward alongside us,” added Canoy.

World Vision emphasized that the initiative reflects a shared commitment to empowering families and strengthening communities through sustainable livelihood opportunities.

“It is truly a blessing that this livelihood project was finally turned over to our CoMSCA group, as it is a dream come true for us,” said Rosevilla Cabasag, Program Manager for Mindanao at World Vision, adding, “This initiative will help the group earn sustainable income, provide the community with easier access to quality eggs, and contribute to the barangay’s economic development.”

For beneficiaries, the project represents both an opportunity and a responsibility to grow a livelihood that will support their families and community.

“The quality of the hens and Pilmico feeds is very good. As ‘Makugihon’ means hardworking, we will work diligently with our members to make this livelihood successful and sustainable for many years to come,” said Erma S. Tabiliran, Chairperson of Makugihon CoMSCA.

Key of Responsibility. Aboitiz Foods and World Vision formally turn over the Project Omelette egg production livelihood kits to the CoMSCA groups in Siayan, Zamboanga Del Norte, with the key of responsibility symbolizing the community’s stewardship of the initiative.

Earlier in October 2025, Aboitiz Foods, Aboitiz Foundation, and World Vision, turned over egg production livelihood kits to three CoMSCA groups in Siayan, Zamboanga del Norte—helping jumpstart sustainable poultry enterprises for local communities.

The initiative continues to gain ground, with Aboitiz Foods partnering with the Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) to bring the project to Bukidnon, where four egg machine livelihood kits will be turned over to a cooperative in Mantibugao this March.

Since 2014, the Pilmico Livelihood Kit Program has supported over 1,000 beneficiaries across the country through partnerships with the DA, DAR, Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Micro-finance, Inc., and World Vision. Under this program, Aboitiz Foods has distributed egg machine kits, bakery starter packages, gilts, piglets, aquaponic sets, and quails. Aside from the livelihood packages, Pilmico has also provided technical training and support to beneficiaries to ensure the sustainability of their agribusinesses.

Through initiatives like Project Omelette, Aboitiz Foods continues to live out its brand promise, “Together, We Nourish the Future,” by supporting livelihoods, empowering families, and strengthening communities. Partnerships with like-minded organizations like World Vision help create shared value—enabling families to build sustainable incomes while improving access to nutritious food for communities across the country.

March 18, 2026 0 comments

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Aboitiz Foods delivers critical aid to over 1,000 TS Basyang-affected families in Iligan

by Contributor February 18, 2026

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ILIGAN CITY, Lanao Del Norte—In the wake of Tropical Storm Basyang (international name: Penha), Iligan City continues to grapple with its impact, which affected more than 24,500 individuals across 21 barangays. As families started rebuilding their lives, Aboitiz Foods mobilized its relief operations to bring aid to the hardest hit communities.

On February 12, Aboitiz Foods, through its subsidiary Pilmico Foods Corporation (Pilmico), teamed up with the Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. and the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (ICDRRMO) to distribute essential support to more than 1,000 disaster-affected families in Barangays Ubaldo Laya and Tubod—many of whom received aid for the first time since the storm struck.

Aboitiz Foods provided food packs with rice and groceries for sustenance, hygiene kits to prevent illness, and sleeping kits for displaced families in evacuation centers.

“Iligan City has been Pilmico’s home for over 60 years. This community has grown with us, supported us, and shaped who we are today,” said Engr. Alexis Revantad, Pilmico’s Vice President for Iligan Site Management and Flour Operations, adding, “In moments like this, we stand by you, our fellow Iliganons, in your darkest hour. We are part of this community, and we are here as your partner to help rebuild our city.”

Clearing the way to recovery. Alongside essential recovery kits, Aboitiz Foods donated 1,500 sacks and water storage drums to ICDRRMO to support clearing operations–helping improve accessibility to impassable areas and ensuring that immediate assistance reaches the hardest-hit communities in Iligan.

Aside from the essential kits, Aboitiz Foods also donated water storage drums and 1,500 sacks to ICDRRMO to support the city’s clearing operations, improving accessibility to impassable areas, and delivery of immediate assistance.

Beyond logistics, Aboitiz Foods’ relief effort was powered by the bayanihan spirit of volunteers, including Pilmico team members who stepped forward to pack and distribute aid—even as some were also affected by the storm. Their efforts embody the company’s commitment to shared value and putting responsibility into action where it matters most.

On February 6, Tropical Storm Basyang brought heavy rains, causing the Tubod River to overflow and triggering massive flooding across Iligan City. The storm left five casualties, displaced hundreds of families, and destroyed nearly Php200-million worth of public infrastructure and sources of livelihood, including crops, livestock, and micro, small, and medium-scale enterprises. The impact of the disaster prompted the local government unit to declare a state of calamity.

Iligan City Mayor Frederick Siao expressed his gratitude for Aboitiz Foods’ timely support, emphasizing the importance of partnerships in disaster response.

“On behalf of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office and the City of Iligan, we sincerely thank Aboitiz Foods, through Pilmico, for their timely relief assistance to families affected by Typhoon Basyang. Their support significantly strengthens our coordinated disaster response efforts and ensures that essential goods reach the most vulnerable communities. We value this partnership in promoting resilience and community recovery,” said Mayor Siao in a statement.

Building a more resilient future. As part of the broader Adopt-A-City program, Aboitiz Foods continues its long-standing partnership with the Iligan LGU to strengthen the city’s disaster preparedness, response, and adaptability, helping Iliganons recover and build back stronger.

Anchored on its brand promise “Together We Nourish the Future” and its core value of responsibility, Aboitiz Foods’ relief efforts are part of the broader Adopt-A-City program—a long-standing multi-stakeholder partnership with the Iligan LGU that aims to strengthen disaster preparedness, response, and long-term resilience. Through this program, the company continues to work alongside local stakeholders to build safer, more adaptive communities.

As Iligan begins its journey toward recovery, Aboitiz Foods remains committed to supporting the city’s long-term resilience through the Adopt-A-City program. In times of crisis, the company’s purpose of nourishing the future extends beyond food to ensuring no community is left behind through collective action, shared responsibility, and enduring partnerships.

February 18, 2026 0 comments