On June 24, RC Makati proudly inaugurated its fourth Dormitory Project at Palawan State University (PSU) in Puerto Princesa, a significant milestone in their ongoing commitment to education and community development.
A delegation from RC Makati, including President Bing Matoto, VP Howie Calleja, Directors Rodrigo Segura, Bom Villatuya, Winston Uy, PE Eddie Galvez, PP Louie Aseoche, PDG Pepz Bengzon, and incoming RAED Doris Ensomo, traveled to witness this momentous event."
The day's events commenced with a quick lunch at the PSU Hotel with Atty. Leni Robredo, Chairperson and President of Angat Pinas Foundation.
Following lunch, the delegation proceeded to the dormitory site for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony, led by President Bing Matoto, Atty. Robredo, and Dr. Ramon Docto, President of Palawan State University.
Rev. Fr. Francis Mark Guzman led the dormitory blessing, covering all areas from the main door to the well-equipped kitchen, study area, 20-bed double-decker room, and the comfort rooms.
The ceremony concluded with the unveiling of the marker bearing the RC Makati logo and the symbolic turnover of the dormitory key to PSU officials.
The formal program at the jam-packed PSU auditorium followed. In his message, President Bing emphasized the impact of the project on students and discussed potential future projects for the province.
Atty. Leni Robredo shared how the partnership with RC Makati began, leading to a P1M commitment to Angat Buhay, which eventually funded the dorm project
This project, funded by RC Makati at P2.2M, aims to address absenteeism caused by long travel distances. The dormitory will accommodate 20 female students from underprivileged backgrounds, providing a safe and conducive living environment for their studies.
RC Makati's partnership with Angat Pinas Foundation has been instrumental in previous dormitory projects in Sumilao, Bukidnon; La Libertad, Negros Oriental; and Infanta, Quezon."
RC Makati also partnered with RC Puerto Princesa for the purchase of necessities inside the dormitory, further strengthening the collaborative efforts within the Rotary network.
This collaboration underscores RC Makati's unwavering commitment to education and community development. Plans are already underway for a fifth dormitory in the upcoming Rotary year, continuing the legacy of support and empowerment for students in need.
RC Makati: Building Futures, One Dormitory at a Time.
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