"barangay connection"

Swap for a Cause in Barangay Ampid 1, San Mateo, Rizal

Barangay Ampid 1 in San Mateo, Rizal recently launched “MaBOTEng Kapalit,” an innovative waste-for-food campaign designed to address three pressing community issues: malnutrition, poor hygiene, and environmental degradation. Through the program, residents were encouraged to collect and bring in plastic and other household waste in exchange for essential goods such as rice, food packs, and sanitation kits. This simple yet impactful initiative not only promoted proper waste management but also provided much-needed nutritional and hygiene support to low-income families. Although the event was conducted as a one-day activity due to limited funding, it successfully mobilized the community and emphasized the power of collective action. Long lines of participants, many of whom were children and elderly residents, reflected the need for such inclusive and sustainable initiatives in grassroots communities. Barangay officials expressed their optimism in continuing the program with the help of government agencies and private sector partners.

Barangay Halayhayin, Tanay, Rizal Benefits from 2025 INVENTREPINOY-FISMPC Aid Program

INVENTREPINOY-FISMPC (Filipino Inventors Society Multi Purpose Cooperative) brought aid and hope to Sitio Labong through its 2025 outreach program “Tulong sa Sitio Labong, Handog ng Inventrepinoy,” held at Viento Farm in Barangay Halayhayin Tanay, Rizal. The event benefited 120 families consisting of around 600 residents with gift packages, games, and tree planting and community-building activities. Beyond immediate relief, the program focused on sustainable support. Natures Taikun Manufacturing Inc. conducted a free agricultural seminar for local farmers, while RU Foundry introduced a livelihood project to help improve income opportunities in the area. The initiative was led by FISMPC Chairman Francisco “Popoy” Pagayon, Vice Chairman Engr. Jimson Uranza, and General Manager Davis Pagayon, with full support from FISMPC officers, the Pagayon family, volunteers, and barangay officials. Organizers expressed gratitude to donors, sponsors, and media partner Publishers Association of the Philippines, Inc. for making the event possible