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QUEZON CITY, Philippines, January 28, 2026  -  Some milestones are measured in numbers. Others are measured in meaning. On this extraordinary night at the Solaire North Grand Ballroom, the Rotary Club of New Manila East (RCNME) achieved both, turning coincidence into destiny as they claimed their 40th award in their 40th anniversary year. At the 61st Anvil Awards Recognition Night, RCNME rewrote the record books: the first Rotary club in Philippine history to win an Anvil for

In a meaningful affirmation of Rotary’s commitment to peace and understanding, the Rotary Club of San Mateo Highlands successfully installed and unveiled a Rotary Peace Pole on the morning of December 20, 2025, at the AFP Garden inside AFP Village, located in Barangay Silangan. The Peace Pole stands in a deliberately chosen and highly visible location—across the Barangay Hall, adjacent to the Multi-Purpose Covered Court and the Public Market, just a few meters away from the c

The Rotary Club of San Fernando, La Union (RCSFLU) participated in the 70th Founding Anniversary of Rang-ay Bank at Awesome Hotel, San Juan, La Union, reinforcing its commitment to Rotary values of fellowship, service, leadership, and integrity. The event recognized the bank’s decades of service to the local economy and the community. RCSFLU’s involvement highlighted the importance of fellowship, as members engaged with community leaders and forged stronger partnerships with

The ASEAN Carbon Market Sustainability Council (ACMSC) convened its Board Meeting and Strategic Planning Session at the office of the Climate Change Commission (CCC) in Malacañang, hosted by CCC Commissioner Albert Dela Cruz. The meeting was led by ACMSC Chairman William Dar and President Sheryll Ann Mesina, together with members of the Executive Committee, to align the Council’s strategic initiatives in support of ASEAN 2026, to be hosted by the Philippines. As the host coun

Restoring clarity, dignity, and independence through sustained community service Clear vision is fundamental to independence, safety, and quality of life—yet for many senior citizens, access to basic eye care remains limited. In response, the Rotary Club of Sampaguita Grace Park implemented Focus on Vision: Supporting Our Seniors, a sustained community service initiative addressing age-related vision challenges among elderly residents of Caloocan City. The project was first i

A significant milestone in Rotary–media collaboration was achieved on December 10, 2025, when the Rotary Club of San Mateo Highlands (RCSMH) formally sealed its partnership with Manila Broadcasting Company (MBC) and DZRH Operation Tulong through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) at the MBC Building, CCP Complex, Pasay City. More than a ceremonial act, the signing affirmed a relationship long rooted in compassion, trust, and a shared commitment to community uplift

True to the spirit of Service Above Self, the Rotary Club of Mandaluyong Biyaya once again extended love, compassion, and hope through its annual flagship outreach project, "Handog Biyaya: Paskong Masaya Para sa mga Kapatid Nating Aeta" – Year 3, held on December 7, 2025, at Sitio Gala, Barangay Sacatihan, Subic, Zambales. Now on its third year, Handog Biyaya has become a meaningful tradition for the club—an embodiment of Rotary’s commitment to uplift indigenous communities t

That sunny morning in October, Solaire North's Skybar buzzed with an energy it rarely sees in daylight. The venue, typically the domain of Manila’s hardworking professionals unwinding after dark, had been transformed into a television studio. Past Rotary International President Holger Knaack and partner Susanne arrived from their hotel, not for another ribbon-cutting ceremony or formal speech, but for something unprecedented: taping Episode 1 of “The Impact Challenge”—a reali

Our gift-giving event on Dec. 12, 2025 for 120 children of Stimulation and Therapeutic Activity Center (STAC) Kalibo, held at Bliss Site Covered Court in Kalibo, Aklan, was a beautiful reminder that every differently-abled child deserves happiness and recognition.  For seven years now, Rotary Club of Metro Kalibo (D3850) is committed to fostering an inclusive community where all children, especially those with special needs, feel valued and celebrated. More than 50 foster Nin

The Rotary Club of San Fernando, La Union (RCSFLU) held its 18th Regular Meeting on December 2, 2025, hosted by Team Vin’s Court, bringing together members for an evening of learning, fellowship, and meaningful discussion. The highlight of the meeting was the presence of OIC-Regional Director Evangeline Marie M. Dadat of the Department of Tourism (DOT), who served as the guest speaker. Director Dadat delivered an insightful presentation on the current status of the tourism in

Guided by AG Antonio Tan, Jr. and Spouse Marz, the Rotary Club of Cebu Port Centre —true People of Action—came together in Cogon, City of Naga, Cebu to live out Service Above Self and Unite for Good. In partnership with MM Tan Bookkeeping Services Corporation, and with the invaluable help of Rotarian Robert Barquilla in securing seedlings from the Agricultural Office, we planted hope in the ground and purpose in our hearts: 40 Passion Fruits, 10 Java Plums, 10 Star-apples, 20

The Rotary Club of San Fernando, La Union (RCSFLU) marked another milestone in its commitment to educational support and community development as it entered into a formal partnership with the Schools Division Office of San Fernando (SDO-SF) through the signing of the Water for Life Memorandum of Agreement on December 3. The initiative underscores the shared goal of ensuring sustainable access to clean and safe water for learners and school communities across the division. The