Building the Future 2017 ANNUAL REPORT UILDING THE FUTURE Tomorrow’sB possibilities are endless when we, as one nation, tap into the collective power of our shared service. This age-old spirit of ‘bayanihan’ continues to be our rallying front. As our country navigates through a time of change, we at the Metrobank Foundation believe that the bayanihan culture we have so long established in the past remains ever more relevant in our mission to build the future. The time is ripe to draw on the strength of our solidarity to drive forth positive change in the country. Every Filipino is a stakeholder in this movement—and each one, whether in the public, private, or civil society sectors, is called to give whatever one has to offer. No more competitions, only stronger collaborations. No more lone wolves, only one solid pack treading towards the same destination of a progressive nation. This is the future we envision. This is the future we work to build. Let’s get to work. BOUT THE COVER InspiredA by the concept of bayanihan, the cover features a community of stakeholders working in the spirit of cooperative effort to achieve a common goal. Metrobank Foundation’s 2017 Annual Report paints such picture of nation-building: an empowered citizenry working together—carrying their own load, while simultaneously lightening the load of others—to make concrete, lasting impacts in society. CONTENTS 2 Message from the Chairman 30 Grants & Social Development Partnerships 4 Message from the Chairman of the 40 Awards & Recognitions Board of Advisers and the President 42 Board of Trustees 6 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos 44 Board of Advisers 16 Metrobank-MTAP-DepEd-Math Challenge (MMC) 46 Officers 20 Metrobank Scholarship Program (MSP) 48 Roster of Awardees & Scholar Graduates 24 Metrobank Art & Design Excellence (MADE) 50 List of Selected 2017 Social Development Partners 10 285,247 Metrobank Foundation individuals benefitted from the Outstanding Filipinos awarded grants and social development (4 teachers, 3 soldiers, assistance extended to social 3 police officers) development partners P28M 78 10 social total amount of grants Anvil Awards development donated in 2017 received in 2017 partners for 2017 15 86 math geniuses awarded as national partner organizations for the winners of the 2017-Metrobank-MTAP- 2017 National Teachers’ Month DepEd-Math Challenge (MMC) 5 567,072 visual artists 91 students participated recognized during scholars in the MMC elimination the 2017 Metrobank graduated in rounds representing 216 Art & Design 2017 DepEd Divisions Excellence (MADE) VISION To be the country’s premier corporate philanthropic foundation contributing a significant impact on social development. MISSION As the heart of the Metrobank Group, we live up to our “Excel. Engage. Empower.” roadmap that embodies who we are and what we do. The Foundation shall endeavor to be the country’s premier corporate philanthropic foundation contributing a significant impact on social development. As a development organization, we aim to uplift individuals and the sectors they represent and strategically link with institutions for a shared-purpose. By creating and propagating a culture of excellence and providing solutions to stakeholder’s needs, we continuously expand our scope of reach and be at the forefront in serving communities. “Excel. Engage. Empower.” or the 3Es shall remain our roadmap. 2017 annUal report 1 MESSAGE FROM THE Chairman 2 MetroBanK foUndation, INC. ver the years, we have seen unprecedented opportunities that have placed our country in an ideal position Oto grow stronger in progress. This is great news for business, but we have to do more. At the Metrobank Group, we believe that building the future of our nation goes beyond the corporate agenda. In order to effect change in the lives of our stakeholders, we have to reach them, engage them, and work with them in the spirit of communal unity. As such, we have ever since set it as our priority to serve the Filipino people through corporate philanthropy and social responsibility. Since Metrobank Foundation’s inception in 1979, we have stood committed in fostering collaborative partnerships and empowering individuals and communities to become agents of positive change in their respective sectors and spheres of influence. With service excellence as our foremost advocacy, the Foundation pays tribute to the country’s best teachers, soldiers, and police officers whose unsung efforts in duty make a difference in the broader community. Our pioneering program for the arts has evolved to become not only a recognition platform for visual artists to showcase their skills, but also a space where dialogues and discussions in cultural heritage can flourish. The Foundation’s grants program has moved from one-time interventions in certain communities, to sustainable collaborations and enduring alliances with social development partners in the fields of HEAL– health, education, arts, and livelihood As we move onto the years ahead, we are excited and optimistic to continue creating meeting points where numerous expressions of involvement, responsibility, and giving back can come together in a holistic manner. “ The future is bright, but The future is bright, but it takes cooperative effort to ensure no it takes cooperative effort one gets left behind. And so, whatever your vision is, we hope to to ensure no one gets left work with you in our collective mission to build the future. behind. And so, whatever your vision is, we hope DR. GEORGE S.K. TY to work with you in our Chairman collective mission to build Metrobank Group and Metrobank Foundation, Inc. the future.” 2017 annUal report 3 MESSAGE FROM THE Chairman of the Board of Advisers and the President 4 MetroBanK foUndation, INC. he past year has been particularly eventful for us at the Metrobank Foundation. In 2017, we are proud to have devoted many of our advocacies Tand interventions to building a better future for you—our chosen stakeholders. But we know raising the bar higher in the practice of corporate social responsibility is only half the equation. As we have acknowledged time and again, we cannot build the nation on our own. The overflowing support that we receive from each institutional partner, awardee, scholar, and beneficiary remains to be the heart and soul of these accomplishments. As such, this year’s annual report is a fitting celebration of the cooperative effort of everyone who has endeavored to join us in making lasting changes for the country and its citizenry. What you will read in the next few pages are stories of passionate men and women who have broken new grounds and braved many odds just so they can make a difference where and when it is most needed. From a soldier whose unceasing efforts in building peace help resolve enduring clan wars in a war-torn community, to a young math wizard and a scholar-graduate whose passion to their crafts inspire many of their peers, these men and women aptly exemplify what it means to be selfless and sincere in contributing to the country’s social development. It is the various initiatives and efforts they do in their respective fields that make the most resounding impact for generations to come. They are the true builders of our nation’s future. Coming from such a milestone year, we at the Metrobank Foundation aspire to higher levels of excellence and stronger chains of collaboration in the years ahead. There is much to be done – and we are excited to work with you every step of the way. “Coming from such a milestone RET. CHIEF JUSTICE ARTEMIO V. PANGANIBAN Chairman year, we at the Metrobank Board of Advisers Foundation aspire to higher levels of excellence and stronger chains ANICETO M. SOBREPEÑA of collaboration in the years President ahead. There is much to be done – and we are excited to work with you every step of the way.” 2017 annUal report 5 e inspire hope. W655 OUTSTANDING FILIPINOS AWARDED SINCE 1985 6 MetroBanK foUndation, INC. Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos recognizes exemplary teachers, soldiers, and police officers for rendering service above and beyond their call of duties, guided by the theme “Beyond Excellence.” An Outstanding Filipino is recognized for his/her accomplishments that have inspired and influenced their peers as well as the people in their respective communities. Their works must have transformed communities with a lasting positive impact on people and to the country. 2017 annUal report 7 METROBANK FOUNDATION OUTSTANDING FILIPINOS: FOSTERING A CULTURE OF SERVICE EXCELLENCE In 2017, the Metrobank Foundation recognized ten (10) Outstanding Filipinos. The award is conferred for being an exemplary public servant—but more importantly, an Outstanding Filipino is worthy of such recognition because he/she is an active agent of positive change and influence in their communities. Introducing the theme “Beyond Excellence,” one must have made a long-lasting positive impact, as well as concrete contributions to the onward development of communities. He/she must also display patriotism, integrity, courage, and social responsibility—the universal values that Filipinos are defined by. Information Campaigns IN SEARCH OF EXEMPLARY PUBLIC SERVANTS The 2017 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos Award was launched on January 25 at Camp Aguinaldo. From January to March, the Metrobank Foundation led a total of 31 strategic visits to identified regions, offices, stations, and camps nationwide. The Metrobank Foundation tapped alumni organizations and more than 800 Metrobank branches to spread word on the nominations. An integrated communication plan was implemented to effectively reach out to target audiences and achieve higher brand recall. As an innovation, Metrobank Foundation hosted a press conference. Through ground-level visits, press releases, media guestings, and public circulars, the call for nominations was received by over 100,000 teachers, soldiers, and police officers nationwide. Field Validation The program’s reputation and prestige are anchored on the credibility of its rigorous selection process—the procedures of which have been perfected and continuously being revised through the years.