RC Cebu Gloria Maris Partners with RC Cebu South to Lead Bangon North Cebu Relief Operation for Earthquake-Affected Families

“In every disaster lies a call to serve.”

On October 22, 2025, the Rotary Club of Cebu Gloria Maris (RCCGM) joined forces with Rotary Club Cebu South in a crucial relief operations meeting for the Bangon North Cebu Relief Operation. Hosted at Country Basket, Vibo Place, this gathering marked an important step toward aiding families devastated by the earthquake that struck the region on September 30, 2025.

Rallying to Serve Those in Need

Led by President Roxene Rosario and featuring dedicated members like Secretary Dorothy Borces, Immediate Past President Myra Urbiztondo, Rotarian Alden Urbiztondo, Director Bernadette Ponce, and Assistant Secretary Jabemarie Maquiling, alongside RC Cebu South President Atty. Rheneir Mora, the club demonstrated exemplary leadership and solidarity.

“Our mission is clear: to provide timely assistance and foster resilience within affected communities,” emphasized President Rosario, capturing the spirit of the collective effort.

This relief operation targets the immediate and long-term needs of families in North Cebu, providing essential supplies and support systems designed to rebuild lives and restore hope amid devastation.

Rotary Areas of Focus Highlighted

• Disaster Response and Recovery: RCCGM’s involvement aligns with Rotary’s commitment to delivering swift aid and sustainable recovery strategies for natural disaster survivors.

• Community Development: The project supports rebuilding efforts that empower communities to regain stability and improve resilience against future calamities.

• Partnerships in Service: Collaboration with RC Cebu South and local authorities exemplifies Rotary’s strength in partnerships that magnify reach and effectiveness.

  
  

Why This Project Is Close to RCCGM’s Heart

Through this coordinated effort, Rotary Club of Cebu Gloria Maris embodies its core value of service above self. The club’s focus on compassionate, strategic responses to local crises reflects its dedication to uplifting lives and fostering hope in times of hardship.

The meeting’s outcomes—prioritizing aid distribution, logistical planning, and community engagement—underscore the club’s readiness to translate concern into action. 

“In serving others, we build a foundation of trust and resilience that lasts beyond the disaster,” reflected Immediate Past President Myra Urbiztondo.

The San Remegio Relief Operations Meeting was more than administrative; it was a powerful testament to Rotary’s enduring commitment to its communities. “Together, we turn tragedy into triumph through solidarity, strategy, and steadfast service.” As the club moves forward, its members carry the unwavering resolve to rebuild lives, one family at a time, fostering hope where it is needed most.