Rise Against Hunger Philippines taps Piolo Pascual to lead fundraiser for children in Ifugao
As we celebrate a decade full of impactful hunger-fighting efforts, Rise Against Hunger Philippines is honored to be joined by esteemed actor/director Piolo Pascual in our mission to broaden our reach and impact more lives. As our brand ambassador, Piolo will be leading our newest venture called the Pabaon para sa Kinabukasan (Provisions for the Future), an online fundraising campaign that shall benefit school children in Ifugao’s remote communities.
To mark this very special occasion, a jeepney kitchen operation was held in Pasig City, where Piolo helped serve our signature rice-soy ginataan meals to over 200 school children with special needs, just in time for this year’s celebration of World Autism Awareness Day.
In his speech, Piolo mentioned that while his main advocacy is education, he understands how not having proper nutrition can lead to a decline in cognitive function. “So I want to commend Rise Against Hunger for doing this project, to be part of this campaign, Pabaon para sa Kinabukasan, I’m just really looking forward to helping the far-flung communities,” he added.
This is not the first time Piolo has worked with Rise Against Hunger Philippines. In 2023, he starred in the musical play Ibarra, penned by RAHP Executive Director Jomar Fleras. Another fundraiser project, part of the sales from the play were donated to support our various nutrition programs.
For the Pabaon campaign, Piolo will help spread the word and encourage donors to sponsor rice-soy meals to young learners in Ifugao. These are the same meals served in our existing feeding program sites which have been known to bring about positive changes in children, such as improved nutritional status and school performance.
“This is a big help for the children in Ifugao’s underserved communities because some walk one or two hours just to get to school without eating breakfast,” said Fleras. He added that feeding programs like this may serve as first steps towards a better future.
If you’re interested in supporting this campaign, click here or make a donation through the following channels.
Bank of the Philippine Islands
Account Name: Rise Against Hunger Philippines, Inc.
Address: Dona Soledad Branch Barangay Don Bosco Paranaque City 1711 Philippines
Swift Code: BOPIPHMM
Current Account Number: 3601001046
Bank of the Philippine Islands (Dollar Account)
Account Name: Rise Against Hunger Philippines, Inc.
Address: Dona Soledad Branch Barangay Don Bosco Paranaque City 1711 Philippines
Current Account Number: 003604-0153-23
Swift Code/BIC Code of BPI: BOPIPHMM
Banco de Oro
Account Name: Rise Against Hunger Philippines, Inc.
Address: Dona Soledad Branch Barangay Don Bosco Paranaque City 1711 Philippines
Current Account Number: 004318010970