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

A new symbol of hope and service officially hit the road on August 25 as RC Makati and Mazda Philippines unveiled Hope Mobile, a Mazda BT-50 4x4 pickup that will support the Club’s humanitarian missions, disaster response, and community service projects. With the Rotary wheel proudly displayed across its body, Hope Mobile serves as a moving symbol of RC Makati’s commitment to bring hope and service closer to communities that need it most. Bearing the message, “Powered by Rota

RC Makati celebrated another milestone for its AI Academy as 78 students completed the program’s second cohort, culminating in its Graduation and Final Pitch Day on August 8. This year’s cohort was unique. Due to time constraints, the original 16-week program was compressed into 11 weeks, challenging both students and mentors to cover the intensive curriculum within a shorter period while maintaining the program’s focus on practical and relevant AI skills. The second cohort a

Two hundred families in Caguisikan, Calapan, Oriental Mindoro will have one less worry about where their next few meals will come from after RC Makati, through its Hope Mission, partnered with RC Downtown Calapan in delivering food packs to families affected by severe flooding. The relief mission was carried out on a very rainy August 18. Despite the inclement weather, Hope Mission Chair Nicky Ramos, Art Villafuerte, and staff member Al Marcial were already at the bus termina

They say an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure.But prevention begins with something even more basic: awareness. Perhaps this is why, in Rotary’s Area of Focus on Disease Prevention and Treatment, prevention comes before treatment. By helping people understand health risks, recognize warning signs, and make informed lifestyle choices, we can help prevent diseases before they become more serious health concerns. With this in mind, the Rotary Club of Makati suppo

Nearly a week of continuous rains brought flooding to several parts of Metro Manila and nearby areas, forcing the suspension of classes and government work and compelling many families to leave their homes and seek temporary shelter in evacuation centers. In response, RC Makati activated its Hope Mission, the Club’s disaster relief initiative, to monitor affected communities, coordinate with local partners, and identify areas where assistance was urgently needed. The Hope Mis

From the action-packed world of Mission: Impossible to the musical masterpiece Hamilton, RC Makati once again showcased its creativity and excellence as it celebrated its 61st Induction Ball at the Rigodon Ballroom of The Peninsula Manila on July 17, 2026. Inspired by the themes of Hamilton—leadership, legacy, and the courage to create lasting change—the evening marked the formal turnover of leadership from IPP Eddie Galvez to Pres. Chris Ferareza. The evening began with a li

The Rotary Club of Makati, together with its partner organizations, officially launched another cycle of its Food Share Program (FSP) on July 14, 2026 at the Multi-Purpose Covered Court of Brgy. Mamuyao, Tanay, Rizal, bringing hope and practical support to 60 Dumagat-Remontado families from Brgys. Mamuyao and Laiban. More than a food assistance initiative, the program aims to help indigenous communities build sustainable livelihoods and improve their quality of life. The Food

After months of learning sessions, mentoring, and collaboration, RC Makati formally concluded the HATCH+ Cohort 2 Incubation Program through its Final Pitch held last May 30, 2026 at the RC Makati Clubhouse in Makati City. Over the course of 13 sessions, the participating startups underwent intensive mentoring, workshops, and business development discussions designed to help refine their ideas into socially relevant and sustainable ventures. The program is being spearheaded

Over the years, RC Makati has built a strong partnership with the Sisters of Mary in Silang, Cavite through various transformative programs and community initiatives for its students. From selecting scholars for the Club’s AI Academy, to conducting mental health awareness activities and environmental projects such as tree planting, RC Makati has continued to support the holistic development and well-being of the youth under the care of the institution. Continuing this commitm

When a project is truly impactful, it deserves continued support and replication in more communities. Such is the case for the Save Our Reefs project of RC Makati, which was first initiated by PP Peter Manzano in 2021 in Narvacan, Ilocos Sur with an initial deployment of 200 reef buds. Over the years, the project continued to grow, with more than 400 reef buds now installed in the area. A second site was later established in Padre Burgos, Quezon through the initiative of Ferd

As part of its continuing commitment to youth development through Vocational Service, RC Makati once again conducted its annual Career Guidance Seminar for Grade 10 students of Gen. Pio del Pilar National High School in Barangay Poblacion, Makati City. Held on March 27, the activity brought together 150 Grade 10 students for an inspiring and informative session designed to help them gain a clearer perspective on their future career paths and professional aspirations. Career G

Whenever a project calls for our presence—or when there is an opportunity to witness its progress firsthand—RC Makati makes it a point to be represented so that we can see the impact on the ground. In line with this commitment, the Club sent Dir. Patrick & Mitzi Parungao, incoming Dir. Bom Villatuya, and PE Chris Ferareza, who joined Dir. Philip Soliven, a member of the board of Advancement for Rural Kids (ARK), in the recent Insider Trip held in Sorsogon for Wave 11 of the F

Building on its commitment to accessible healthcare, RC Makati successfully conducted the second leg of its Medical Caravan, reaching communities in Baguio and Dau. The initiative follows the first leg of the medical caravan held last November in Ilocos, where services were delivered in Vigan. However, the mission was unfortunately cut short due to the threat of a super typhoon, preventing the team from proceeding to Narvacan and Baguio. On March 4, Pres. Eddie Galvez, Dir. M

“Glittering.” That was how RC Makati’s charter presentation was described 60 years ago—and six decades later, the same word once again defined its 60th Charter Anniversary held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, with the theme “A Timeless Symphony of Legacy that Shines and a Future that Inspires.” It was an evening of elegance, with nearly 400 guests dressed to the nines. The ballroom was transformed into a grand stage, highlighted by a diamond-inspired design and a massive LED

The Rotary Club of Makati marked a historic milestone with the First Graduation Ceremony of the RC Makati AI Academy (RCMAIA), honoring 70 scholars from BoysTown and GirlsTown as Certified AI Practitioners—pioneers ready to compete in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Pioneers of Possibility In his welcome message, RCM President Eddie Galvez congratulated the graduates for proving they are capable and ready to lead in the digital world. Supported by mentors, families, and p

The Rotary Club of Makati (RCM) took a bold step into the future last February 22, as more than 50 Rotarians, Rotary Anns, and guests from the San Antonio Parish Council gathered at the RCM Clubhouse for a hands-on AI Empowerment Workshop. Led by Director Roger Collantes, Founder-CEO of the Asian Institute of Digital Transformation and Chair of the RCM AI Academy Committee, the session proved that age is no barrier to mastering modern technology. Learning to Lead in the Age o

RC Makati remains firm in its commitment to education, guided by a core principle: programs that have been started must be sustained—especially those that shape the future of young people. Rather than placing initiatives on hold, the Club continues to support deserving students currently enrolled while conducting careful evaluations of the scholarship program at the end of each Rotary year. On 23 January, a delegation from RC Makati, led by Pres. Eddie Galvez, together with D

Rotary service knows no season, and the Rotary Club of Makati proved this once again with its Last Angel Project 2025, the Club’s flagship Christmas gift-giving initiative. This year, the projecttouched the lives of 3,657 children across 42 sites, composed of 11 schools, 19 communities, 4 parishes, and 8 centers and orphanages. Led by IPFA Rachel Harrison as this year’s Chair, continuing the tradition where the immediate past First Anns take the lead, Last Angel 2025 mobilize