Published in the Kaunlaran Newsletter on October 13, 2026. Governor’s Visit and First 100 Days Today is a special day for RC Makati as we warmly welcome our District Governor, Jaz Limon, for her official Governor’s Visit. This occasion is even more meaningful as we mark the first 100 days of our Rotary Year under the theme “Create Lasting Impact.” As we prepared our report for the Governor’s Visit, I initially thought we would have very little to present, considering that it

When RC Makati makes a commitment, it sees it through. On October 3, 2026, RC Makati fulfilled its support to the Rotary Homes Muntinlupa project with the turnover of the final 12 housing units, completing all 40 houses originally pledged by the Club. The project began during the term of PP Peter Manzano, when RC Makati committed ₱10 million as the sole sponsor of 40 houses. However, delays caused by the onset of the pandemic, right-of-way issues with the subdivision owners,

RC Makati continues to expand its community healthcare initiatives by partnering with organizations that share its commitment to providing accessible medical services to underserved communities. One such partnership is with Hospital on Wheels (HOW), an organization introduced to the Club by Dir. Bom Villatuya. This led to discussions between HOW and Dir. Tony Lopez, who oversees the Club’s Disease Prevention and Treatment initiatives, to explore possible areas of collaboratio

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September was a month of service, action, and fellowship for RC Makati. From disaster relief and community development to education, youth engagement, leadership, and fellowship, our members stayed on the move—creating meaningful impact in communities and beyond.

Prof. Balbieran, Infrastructure and Critical Minerals Specialist of the Center for Research and Communication, University of Asia and the Pacific, discussed “FROM SETBACK TO SPRINGBOARD: Seizing the 2027 Great Rebound for Lasting Impact.” He shared insights on the Philippine economic outlook, restoring trust, and preparing for opportunities in infrastructure, digital transformation, AI, skills development, and investment as the country moves toward a potential rebound in 2027

Published in the Kaunlaran Newsletter on October 6, 2026. Welcome, October! We begin October with a special joint meeting with our mother club, RC Pasay. Following RC Pasay’s Induction at Hilton Manila last October 1, where we had the opportunity to reconnect and strengthen our fellowship, discussions naturally led to the idea of holding a joint meeting. Thank you, Pres. Markley, for readily accepting our invitation and for helping make this gathering possible. During said in

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For 60 families in Padre Garcia, Batangas, the next six months will bring regular rice assistance and support for growing food at home. Building on the encouraging results of last year’s program, RC Makati launched a new cycle of the Food Share Program on September 18, 2026, in partnership with Kabisig ng Kalahi, DSWD CALABARZON, and the Municipal Government of Padre Garcia. The program will assist families from Barangays Maugat East and Maugat West. Each beneficiary family w

Reaching the Dumagat-Remontado communities of Laiban and Mamuyao in Tanay, Rizal was no ordinary trip. It took nearly an entire day—crossing eight rivers, navigating rough mountain roads, and foot-trekking portions of the route—to reach the communities. But for RC Makati, the journey was important: to meet the Indigenous Peoples where they live, see their situation firsthand, listen to their concerns, and work with them in identifying possible solutions to the challenges they

While most of us have enjoyed several days of sunshine and floodwaters have subsided in most affected areas across Metro Manila, some communities in Bulacan remain submerged, with families continuing to struggle with the prolonged effects of flooding. One of these communities reached out to the Rotary Club of Makati through PP Bimbo Mills, seeking assistance for families still in urgent need. Responding to the call, the Club’s Hope Mission team traveled to Calumpit, Bulacan,

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐃𝐄 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐲, 𝐑𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐥 🌱 The Rotary Club of Makati conducted a community needs assessment in Barangays Laiban and Mamuyao, Tanay, Rizal, as part of the proposed BERDE Program — Building Edible, Resilient, and Dynamic Environments. Together with representatives from RC Tanay, the Tanay LGU, and NCIP, the team met with members of the communities to better understand their current farming pract

RC Makati Meeting: "What Powers Tomorrow?" by Ms. Bernice Gretchel P. Garcia-Rafor upload September 22, 2026 | Seda Nuvali, Greenfield Autopark, Sta. Rosa City, Laguna What Powers Tomorrow? Bernice Gretchel P. Garcia-Rama, CEO of Digital Edge Philippines, shared an insightful perspective on how data centers are quietly powering everyday life, business growth, and the Philippines’ next wave of investment. From GCash transactions and Grab bookings to online banking, healthcar

RC Makati’s Hope Mission was back on the road with the Hope Mobile, this time bringing much-needed relief to 200 families affected by flooding in Candelaria Riverside, Macabebe, Pampanga, on September 6. In a mission led by Disaster Relief Chair Nicky Ramos, with support from CoS Ron, Al, and Jess, the team traveled aboard the Hope Mobile to the flood-affected community, where they oversaw the unloading and distribution of relief supplies to families continuing to cope with t

Zone 10A brought together some 930 Rotary clubs across 10 Rotary districts in the Philippines during the Zone 10A Joint Awards, last September 12, 2026, at Casa Ibarra, MOA Complex in Pasay City. Earning recognition at the Zone level is already considered a meaningful achievement, what more if a club is recognized in three significant areas of Rotary — i.e., Membership, The Rotary Foundation (TRF), and Public Image — like the Rotary Club of Makati (RC Makati). These were the

Published in the Kaunlaran Newsletter on September 22, 2026. Just Around the Corner: 100 Days of Service As we approach the first 100 days of Rotary Year 2026-27, we are taking Rotary fellowship beyond the boundaries of Metro Manila. Today’s meeting is both unique and exciting as we gather outside our usual venues for a field visit and tour of the NARRA1 Data Center (NARRA1). This world-class facility is a joint venture between Digital Edge and an enterprise led by our very o

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RC Makati Meeting: The Maharlika Investment Corp by Rafael Jose Consing Jr.

The name Rotary Club of Makati was heard repeatedly throughout the District 3830 Awards held at The Bellevue Manila in Alabang on August 29, as the Club and its members were recognized for an outstanding Rotary Year 2025–26. RC Makati garnered the most number of points to earn for it top honors among the Most Outstanding Clubs and top honors as well among the Most Outstanding Leadership Awardees for IPP Eddie Galvez. The twin awards served as a fitting recognition of the Club

More than 800 flood-affected families in Hagonoy, Bulacan, and San Fernando, Pampanga received food, rice, mats, and blankets and, most importantly, hope—the assurance that they are not alone during this difficult time. For days, reports of severe flooding across parts of Northern Luzon dominated the news. Floodwaters inundated communities and even portions of the North Luzon Expressway, causing massive traffic jams and making access to some of the hardest-hit areas extremely