Linggo, Abril 30, 2023

Fourth Year Anniversary of Kiwanis Club of Malate West celebrated with scholars




Sr. Dinh Tuong Van, Local Superior of the Sisters of Our Lady of Calvary welcomed Kiwanis Club of Malate West (KCMW) Board Member Evelina M. Tan of The Child's World, A Growing Center, on 29 April 2023. SpEd Teacher Evelina tested 6 special children, then had a session with them, so also with their parents and the teachers.


Sr. Van's congregation runs the Learning Institute of St. Augustine, Inc. (LISA, Inc.) at Mahogany Street, Payatas B, Quezon City, catering to special children, with a community formation in Fairview for regular students. 




Last Saturday, too, fifteen Grade 12 students vying for scholarship were psychologically tested by KCMW Past President Lorna B. Ballesteros. They were referred by Brazilian Sr. Maria Dutra, Coordinator of the Building the Future Together (BFT) Scholarship Program. They receive funds from all over the world so their recipients can enroll in any school offering their intended course..




Founded in France 1833 by Fr. Pierre Bonhomme (significantly meaning "good man"), the Sisters of Our Lady of Calvary attend to the needs of the elderly, the sick and the deaf as well. They are presently serving in France, Brasil, Argentina, Paraguay, Ivory Coast, Guinea, and the Philippines starting 1999. Fr. Pierre was beatified in Rome on 23 March 2003.


Kiwanis Club of Malate West is under Kiwanis International, Philippine Luzon District, Division 3A headed by Lieutenant Governor Grace Bondad Nicolas is committed to serve children in  other communities requiring psychological assessment and counseling, in celebration of her 4th anniversary this year.

Martes, Abril 25, 2023

A Nite of Wine Tasting with the Romanian Ambassador




Her Excellency H.E. Răduţa Dana Matache  of the Embassy of Romania in the Philippines and Palau invited her few friends and partners in her home at Dasmariñas Village to try the different wines from Romania with sumptuous spread to pair with. 


Supported by the different diplomats in attendance that includes ambassadors from Poland, USA, and Singapore among others. 




Rising Tigers Magazine CMO, Andria Terese Nicolas celebrated her birthday at the residence of Romanian ambassador with great wine, berries, cheese and pretzels also. Her favorite wine is the first one in the line of 5 flavors that was prepared for the night. 


A rising star amongst wine drinkers in the Philippines, rosé wine is a refreshing and crisp pink wine perfect for summer days and the favorite of most attendees. 




According to research, Wine production in the region that is now modern Romania dates back to ancient times when the Greeks brought grapevines to the country via the Black Sea between 600-500 BC.

Nayong Pilipino to host Metro Manila's first Disc Golf Course




The Nayong Pilipino Foundation (NPF), in partnertship with the Disc Golf Association of the Philippines (DGAP), will officially launch the Nayong Pilipino Disc Golf Course on April 29, 2023 with an inaugural Tournament which will be participated by at least 40 professional disc golf players from different parts of the Philippines.



Disc golf, is also known as Frisbee golf, is a professional, highly-competitive sport with one of the fast-growing, most dedicated fan and player communities in the world. It is played much like traditional golf. Instead of a ball and clubs, player use a flying disc or Frisbee. The trees, shrubs, and terrain changes located in and around the fairways provide challenging obstacles for the golfer.



NPF Executive Director Gerlie Duran-Batocabe said the agency hopes that the opening of the new sports attraction will spark new interest in emerging sports.




She also disclosed the agency aims to host an international disc golf tournament within the year, with NPF in partnership with the Professional Disc Golf Association.



"This furthers our goal of promoting sports tourism in support of our mother agency, the Department of Tourism as many foreign and domestic visitors will be flying in to participate and/or watch the tournaments" said Duran-Batocade.



Disc Golf is a sport for everyone as it can be played from school age to golden age.  It is also a healthy, inexpensive, recreational activity that provides upper and lower conditioning, aerobic exercise and mental stimulation.



Lunes, Abril 24, 2023

kiwanis Conference in Metro Manila with an Overwhelming Outcome

 



The Manila Hotel—The 7th Division Council Meeting, Division Conference, and Governor’s Visit is a success under the leadership of Lieutenant Governor Grace Bondad Nicolas with 11 clubs in attendance for Kiwanis International, Philippine Luzon District, Division 3A which comprises the Metro Manila clubs. 


Presidents from different clubs reported their activities for the indigent children for the past 6 months and approved the minutes of the meeting previously that was held last month at Pearl Garden Hotel. 




District Governor Johnny Domino reiterated the equality in treatment among clubs and mentioned focusing on the growth and membership addition for his administration. 


In the division conference where the election has been held, President Lito Marquez was elected Lieutenant Governor for the upcoming October 2023 to September 2024. He is from KC Reachin’ Beyond while President Ezelle Gascon of KC Manila Bay is the Lieutenant Governor-Elect. 




The attendance from the district was overwhelming also with the District Secretary Edel Morales who discussed the upcoming Kiwanis International Event on June 21 to 24, 2023. District Treasurer Richard Agbayani shared also some pertinent information regarding dues while Past Governor Mario Sison confirmed the Kiwanis International dues and also contributed to the success of the election together with Past Governor Joe Redoblado among others.  




Kiwanis members from different parts of the globe to improve the welfare of indigent children and statistically provides more than 150,000 service projects annually globally. Johnny Domino is the current district governor while Glenda Veloria Hufano is the upcoming Governor this October 2023 that will lead over 5000 members nationwide which comprises 27 divisions.

Linggo, Abril 23, 2023

Samg Yup! Salahat-Your Unlimited Food with Unlimited Happiness


Experience Korean Unlimited grill from the originator since 2012.



It is located at Ayala Mall  Trinoma  4th Floor Garden Area. Store hours from 11AM to 3AM.

 



It offers a special price of 499 pesos per head.




 The package includes unlimited  beef, pork and chicken in different flavors such as bulgogi, yakinku, buljib, gochujang, yangnum and plain.




Various side dishes such as kimchi, marble potato, cucumber, pickled radish, steamed egg, rice, soup and a generous serving of lettuce. 



Not to forget the different sauces, the likes of sesame oil, gochujang, doenjang, ssamjang, that makes it more delicioso.



They have Japanese dishes, coffee, and One can create your own smoothie made from fresh fruits and vegetables.




The very attentive crew with deluxe service and their lovely Manager Maria "Sunrise" Marrise will surely make the customers to come again for a "happy dining"

Sabado, Abril 22, 2023

Shawarma Shack bestowed as Franchise Company of the Year at The Manila Times “Global Excellence Awards”



The most dynamic franchise firm in the Philippines and soon will conquer also globally is Shawarma Shack for its best practices and nationwide success. 


The Founder and CEO


One of the young leaders of this generation with proven success. The person behind the success of Shawarma Shack is its Founder, President, and CEO, Walther Uzi Buenavista. In the seven years that Buenavista has been managing the business, his direction is always laser-focused on his three main motivations: Growth, Innovation, and Employment.


Thus, what started as a simple food stall in Divisoria in February 2015 has now become a leading innovator in the food cart business.


Growth 


This growth was also fueled by his desire to bring their products closer to the customers. Shawarma Shack now has stores in key locations across the country with over 750 branches and still counting. "It presented a significant growth in terms of augmenting the demand from our customers and expanding enterprise sales, Buenavista pointed out. 


Because of the company's growth, Francorp Philippines gave Shawarma Shack a “One to Many The Millennial Club Award” in October 2017. This award is given to businesses that were able to reach double-digit number of branches in three years. In 2017, Shawarma Shack already had 28 outlets, the

same year when Buenavista was just 28 years old while Shawarma Shack was only two years old. Today Shawarma Shack has more than 700 branches. 


The Manila Times


For this year, The Manila Times, the oldest extant English-language newspaper in the Philippines will launch “Global Excellence Awards” to highlight these leaders who are making a difference and inspires the country for their audacity, grit and success.  


Walther will receive an award for Shawarma Shack as the most franchised brand in the country and his corporate social responsibilities to help the indigents and marginalized. 


Franchising


The success of Shawarma Shack lead the way to others to follow. A franchise (or franchising) is a method of distributing products or services involving a franchisor, who establishes the brand's trademark or trade name and a business system, and a franchisee, who pays a royalty and often an initial fee for the right to do business under the franchisor's name and system. As of the moment, Shawarma Shack is opening more branches in different parts of the country. 


The main objective of the awards is to celebrate these leaders to be emulated and to inspire others with their challenges and success. For more information, call 09778978877. Email at president@globalexcellenceawards.asia

Biyernes, Abril 21, 2023

SamgYup! in Trinoma: Your unlimited BBQ in Quezon City


SamgYup! is a restaurant chain in and around Metro Manila that serves unlimited Korean BBQ. It’s been around sometime with a lot of branches under the “Unlicity” brand and counting for more as there are under construction soon to open branches and under the management of Zoomanity Eatz. 


Now open with a new brand from Samgyupsalamat to SamgYup! at Trinoma Mall at 4th Floor, Garden Area and with easier access at Mindanao entrance, the popular and famous chain of restaurants is still serving to all the mall goers. 


Opened last October 2019 with a different brand with Zoomanity EatZ CEO, Robert Laurel Yupangco, YUP Gallery Board of Trustee Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas and Zoomanity Group COO May Gamir and Operation Site Manager Sunrise. 




According to Robert Laurel Yupangco, Zoomanity EatZ CEO, “We are thankful for the patronage of our customers, we have now 5 branches under our management that includes branches in Century City Mall in Makati, Inside The Residence Inn in Tagaytay, at Alabang Town Center and Subic. Filipinos are into unlimited BBQ and affordable cost with good and quality food.” 


SamgYup! menu combines flavored pork and beef (and exciting side dishes, too!). There are so many patrons right now because of the popularity and affordable  prices. 




For the new brand, it offers also Japanese dishes and Coffee since the company started Japanese restaurants before venturing to Korean. New brand, more offerings.

Martes, Abril 18, 2023

Grace Bondad Nicolas named as the first woman President of American Association of the Philippines



The first ever woman President of American Association of the Philippines since its establishment 75 years ago is from Calauan, Laguna, resides in Pasig and has an office in Makati. In 2021, Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas has been elected by a group of Americans, Filipino Americans and Filipino members in this high position to lead the organization. 


Key Promotions: 


“The Board of the American Association of the Philippines (AAP) announces a reorganization and related appointments to reflect key initiatives last 2021. Former Vice-President Grace Nicolas Bondad has been named new President In recognition of her accomplishments in the key fund raising efforts and the initiatives she did for the organization. 


“She is the first ever woman President of the AAP, a notable first!.”- Chairman Emeritus Rick Sobreviñas 



Grace actually is the COO of their company, Tag Media Group, the umbrella holding company of AAA Cosmetics, AG Builders, Rising Tigers Trading and Tag Media and Public Relations. As the Chief Operations Officers, she’s the one communicating with everyone, from the suppliers, clients, the organizing team and partners. 


Time, Talent and Treasure 


It’s a plus point when you have 3Ts; Time, Talent and Treasure if you like to be in different organizations especially for civic and service communities. You cannot give what you don’t have. The mantra of the woman leader. What she learned from American Association of the Philippines Chairman was to contribute if you belong in one organization and with the 3Ts.


“Talent is given to everyone not only for personal use, but to enrich the lives of others especially those who cannot repay what you did for them. Your special gift of talent is the only unique gift you can give for the benefit of others. Sharing treasure on the other hand is a Christian need that shows gratitude to God for the material gifts bestowed to us. Sharing is caring. “- Grace Bondad Nicolas 




Grace is the president of Los Baños Chamber of Commerce and Industry for 2023 to 2025 and spearheading the business leaders in the area to promote the special city and to entice investors in Laguna. Her popularity as the woman who can do made her the head of the organization with the first project of a business forum last year with the two grandsons of the former Philippine presidents as speakers; Paco Magsaysay and Robert Laurel Yupangco who bought came to Laguna from Manila to shared their business expertise. For this May 25, 2023 she invited again the two Presidential Grandsons with Brian Poe Llamanzares, Walther Uzi Buenavista of Shawarma Shack and Mayor Anthony Genuino to be part of the 2nd GMM of the organization to entice more SMEs to join the chamber and at the same time to learn from the high profile speakers. 


Grace signed a contract also with Cavite Football Association for the first “Grace Bondad Nicolas Cup” under Kiwanis Club of Makati. This will be launched on May with the championship on August 2023. The activity is supported by Atty. Joey Lina who is the President of Laguna Football Association. 


Right now, Grace is busy as the Queen of Events, as tagged by the media in promoting the Philippines as the premier business hub in Asia and destination through her multiple activities nationwide. She’s the Vice President of Makati Tourism Foundation where she met tourism and industry leaders and learned so much from them. 


“At the end of the day, you’re accountable in all your actions. It’s better that you made a difference in the lives of a few than mind those many who doesn’t even contributed anything in your life. It’s also about legacy, for the future generation, we as a model for the young, must exert effort so that our actions will be emulated.”- Grace Bondad Nicolas 


For Grace, being elected in different organizations to lead is very overwhelming, it’s only a testament of her handwork, determination and tenacity. Not everyone will agree but for her, it’s just a part of life, even Jesus Christ according to her has detractors. For her, doing nothing will only gives you regrets and doing something will give you enemy’s. Do it anyway.

Cavite Football Association with Kiwanis Grace Bondad Nicolas Cup



Manila Hotel – Kiwanis Club of Makati (KC Makati) in partnership with Cavite Football Association  (CAFA)will be launching the Kiwanis Club of Makati – Engr, Grace Bondad-Nicolas Cup with aim on the development of youth through football. 


The signing of memorandum of agreement between Kiwanis Club Division 3A Lieutenant Governor for 2022-2023, Engr. Grace Bondad-Nicolas and CAFA President Engr. Perry Camba witnessed by Manila Hotel and Laguna Football Association President, Atty. Joey Lina, Past Lt. Governor Dr. Elton See-Tan, and KC Makati President-Elect Andria Terese Nicolas was held at the historic Manila Hotel as a symbol of lasting mission for youth development on April 18, 2023. 



The Cup also known as “Kiwanis Club of Makati-Grace Bondad-Nicolas Cup” will be a series of seven-a-side age group football festival to be implemented in months of May, June, July, and grand championship on August of this year. Initially, The Football Festival will be hosted by the Province of Cavite under the technical supervision of Cavite Football Association.


The cup is an impact project and will be continued by Andria since she will be the head of KC Makati this coming October 2023 with an objective to promote more the sports and camaraderie among the players and for them to understand more and adapt the objects of Kiwanis. 



Kiwanis members from different parts of the globe with the objective to improve the welfare of the indigent children and statistically provides more than 150,000 service projects annually globally. Johnny Domino is the current district governor while Glenda Veloria Hufano is the upcoming Governor this October 2023 that will lead  over 5000 members nationwide which comprises 27 divisions.

Sabado, Abril 15, 2023

Mernels for the Special Kids with KC Los Baños & 3A Clubs from Metro Manila joined forces in an activity


Los Baños, Laguna—The leading cake house in Laguna and now making a name nationwide for its famous chocolate cakes and rolls, Mernels, is always in different civic activities especially if it’s all about giving for the children. 


When the Kiwanis International, Philippine Luzon District under Division 3A lead, Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas conducted projects and activities to help the different clubs under her jurisdiction, it’s a staple, the different leading brands such as Mernels with its CEO Merle Balicao with the help and assistance of Ronald Calibo, the energetic manager of Mernels. 



As early as 8AM, today, April 16, 2023, the medical mission from Kiwanis Club of McKinley headed by President Rocaya Mangondato conducted the check up for these special kids from 5 year olds to 13. They were given with vitamins and advised the parents on their kids conditions. 

 

Past President of Kiwanis Club of Malate West conducted a seminar for the parents and discussed about the following;


•How to recognize a child with special needs 

•Acceptance 

•Dealing with growing children with special needs 




Afterwards, Past President Lorna Ballesteros turned over things needed by the organization to its directress that will be used by the children. They ended the forum also with a Q&A headed by Sister Evelina Tan of Malate West. 


Manila Bay President, Ezelle Gascon provided colorful toys for the children while Lieutenant Governor, Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas provided the lunch for everyone. The team were so grateful with Mernels Cake House for providing snacks for all while Past President of Kiwanis Club of Los Baños and now President Elect, Carmen Garan provided the drinks. 


Then and till now, the company, Mernels carried the task to share blessings with responsibility to convey message of love, humility and being grateful and to be involved in humanitarian works is not easy especially in these trying times where all are still pivoting and surviving after the global health crisis. 




The Los Baños Community Center, Center for therapy, intervention and support is a private organization but situated in the building from the local government. They received grants from Canada and private institutions. Kiwanis International is a non government organization that’s focuses on the children and aims to help the indigent kids in one community at a time. According to reports, Kiwanis International in average conducted 150,000 service projects yearly globally. 


At present, the major root of Mernels Corporate Social Responsibility program (#malasakitsakapwa) is to provide more employment and opportunities while also assisting in the alleviation of poverty in the community as its one Value. MerNel's ambitions came true as matters fell into place with the right combination of hard work, dedication, sacrifices, and prayers. However, success is not an accident; it is a decision. There is no such thing as an overnight success, every success and glory are non-accidental but rather intentional.

Medical Mission Conducted by Different Kiwanis Clubs in 3A together with Los Banos Community Center



Los Baños, Laguna—As early as 8AM, the medical mission from Kiwanis Club of McKinley headed by President Rocaya Mangondato conducted the check up for these special kids from 5 year olds to 13. They were given with vitamins and advised the parents on their kids conditions. 


Different clubs from Philippine Luzon District, Division 3A that includes Makati, Malate West and Manila Bay attended with the delight of Ernie Flavier, one of the members of Kiwanis Club of Los Baños. 

 

Past President of Kiwanis Club of Malate West conducted a seminar for the parents and discussed about the following;




•How to recognize a child with special needs 

•Acceptance 

•Dealing with growing children with special needs 


Afterwards, Past President Lorna Ballesteros turned over things needed by the organization to its directress that will be used by the children. 




Manila Bay President, Ezelle Gascon provided colorful toys for the children while Lieutenant Governor, Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas provided the lunch for everyone. The team were so grateful with Mernels Cake House for providing snacks for all while Past President of Kiwanis Club of Los Baños and now President Elect, Carmen Garan provided the drinks. 


The event ended with a question and answer at around 12 noon and answered by Sister Evelina of Malate West. 


The Los Baños Community Center, Center for therapy, intervention and support is a private organization but situating in the building from the local government. They received grants from Canada and private institutions. Kiwanis International is a non government organization that’s focuses on the children and aiming to help the indigent kids in one community at a time. According to reports, Kiwanis International in average conducted 150,000 service projects yearly globally.

Huwebes, Abril 13, 2023

HerStory: Grace Bondad Nicolas of Rising Tigers



We all have our story and all the time, it’s inspiring. For Industrial Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas who keeps on breaking the glass ceiling for her various activities not just for her business but also as a civic leader, it’s not easy but with consistency, you’ll achieve all. 


“One of the organizations I’m with is Kiwanis International under Philippines Luzon District, one of my business mentors, Hotelier, Dr. Elton See Tan of The E Hotels & Resorts recruited me to be part of the Makati club and I joined because of my trust to him. Also, for me, it’s human nature to give, I grew up in a loving and giving family, being with the organization will only amplify the things I can do to help the indigent children.” - Grace Bondad Nicolas




As a business leader especially of the newest and most distributed business and leadership magazine right now in National Bookstores, Rising Tigers, Engr. Grace is the founder who conceptualized the concept of the magazine together and with the help of the CEO of Tag Media Group, the publisher of the magazine and also her husband, Andrew Troy Nicolas. When she’s little, she loves to write and contribute, at one time, her write up was published in her high-school publication in Canossa College, San Pablo City in Laguna. So having the magazine is a dream come true and more. 


Brian Poe Llamanzares, a serial entrepreneur and the CEO of Pantheon Holdings is now the co owner of Rising Tigers, according to him, “the team is very confident that it will top the market with its innovations and quality of content. The magazine has already perfected its marketing strategy even-though it’s still new and will celebrate its first anniversary this March 2023. A lot of big names in the business industry have already confirmed and committed their support. While I’m looking forward to helping the company grow.”




“Imagine that when everything is going digital, where printing hardcopies. Everything is a challenge but with the support of my family and partners, we achieved it. While others are stopping, we’re starting. Now, Rising Tigers is the go to magazine if you like to be inspired by the stories of these industry leaders, we’re making sure that it will make an impact and we did. We’re overwhelmed.”- Grace Bondad Nicolas 


Grace actually is the COO of their company, Tag Media Group, the umbrella holding company of AAA Cosmetics, AG Builders, Rising Tigers Trading and Tag Media and Public Relations. As the Chief Operations Officers, she’s the one communicating with everyone, from the suppliers, clients, the organizing team and partners. 


Her eldest daughter is now the Chief Marketing Officer, Andria Terese Nicolas overseeing the emerging & featured leaders for the magazine and handling a portion of suppliers to make sure that the branding is handled well. According to Grace, Andria is more feisty, direct and she knows what’s best for the younger generation in terms of campaigns for the magazine and Tag Media and Public Relations. 




As being the first woman and Filipina president of American Association of the Philippines after 73 years, Grace is overwhelmed. The organization is composed of Americans, Filipino Americans and Filipino leaders who likes to improve and help everyone though the mandate is to focus on Americans in the Philippines after the war, the organization widens its mandate to help everyone within its capacity. Grace left the organization already but Andria is a member and curving her own path. 


“Being elected is already a success, as a woman, it gives me more confidence. They trusted me. Being the first Filipina made me feel that I can do more bigger things, we’re not just the one assisting, we’re leading and that inspires me to mentor more emerging leaders to contour what’s standard.”- Grace Bondad Nicolas 


Grace is the president of Los Baños Chamber of Commerce and Industry for 2023 to 2025 and spearheading the business leaders in the area to promote the special city and to entice investors in Laguna. Her popularity as the woman who can do made her the head of the organization with the first project of a business forum last year with the two grandsons of the former Philippine presidents as speakers; Paco Magsaysay and Robert Laurel Yupangco who bought came to Laguna from Manila to shared their business expertise. 


During Pandemic, she establishes two companies and according to her, grew the company for 300%. For her, taking risk is part of the challenge to success. Her late father who was an entrepreneur trained her and made sure that she can do what her heart desires by supporting her in all means possible. For Grace, there must be no stopping, the recent pandemic will only proves who are the real leaders who can adapt and can pivot. 


“My parents asked me to help them in the hardware store that supplies construction materials in Laguna when I was in Grade 6, I counted the concrete hallow blocks, weight the common wire nails and counted cements, I loved it, I told myself that I’m helping them in my capacity, little did I know that they were already training me for what’s to come. As for my father, he told me that school will only trained us about problem solving but the real deal is after the graduation. I envied my parents buisness acumen, they keep on winning, there’s challenges as part of life but still, comparing with my age right now, haven’t achieve yet what they had. Everything I have now is from the discipline and hard work, as much as I wanted to work 24/7, I can’t but putting my best every-time as if it’s the end of the world.” Grace Bondad Nicolas 


For Grace, she’s not yet done but just starting. She believes that all the things she’s doing is just a speck of what’s needs to be done. It’s about building legacy according to her, making a difference in the life’s of many and for the next generation to be emulated. For her, it’s always about the future, but to achieve that, that’s saying “No” also to many. 


“We’re not here to please everyone, if that’s your goal, you’re not gonna be happy and at peace to yourself. It’s about integrity, true to your values and saying no is first thing to achieve success. There might be detractors but its usual, you just need to focus on a higher goal and that’s to do great things to many not just for the selected few who don’t believes in you. There’s always challenges, it’s part of life and if you overcome those, that’s real success.”- Grace Bondad Nicolas 


Right now, Grace is busy as the Queen of Events, as tagged by the media in promoting the Philippines as the premier business hub in Asia and destination through her multiple activities nationwide. She’s the Vice President of Makati Tourism Foundation where she met tourism and industry leaders and learned so much from them. 


For Grace, it’s all about consistency, she grew up doing what she’s doing and now, harvesting what her parents instilled to her. To do great things from the hardest work she can put her hands into. For her, if there’s option, always choose the one that’s hard to fulfill, if overcome, that’s the start of your own story to tell.

Martes, Abril 11, 2023

Shawarma Shack with Civic Organization dedicated time for indigent children


One of the young leaders of this generation with proven success. The person behind the success of Shawarma Shack is its Founder, President, and CEO, Walther Uzi Buenavista. In the seven years that Buenavista has been managing the business, his direction is always laser-focused on his three main motivations: Growth, Innovation, and Employment.


For Walther, Growth is also about reaching the indigents in his own ways. Sending rice bowls for the volunteers, last April 1, 2023, Shawarma Shack contributed in the success of the all-around service to 100 children in the heart of Barangay Tatalon, Quezon City.




Kiwanis International Philippine Luzon District Division 3A clubs under the leadership of their energetic and supportive Lieutenant Governor Grace Bondad Nicolas serviced more than 100 indigent children and successfully got their rewards …… putting a smile in the children’s faces.


Spearheading the project was KC Manila Bay officers and members headed by their President Ezelle Gascon together with KC Makati, KC BGC McKinley with President Rocaya Mangondato, KC Malate West with their past president Lorna Ballesteros, KC. Pasay, KC Pasay Eagle, KC Pasay North with the upcoming Governor Glenda Veloria Hufano and KC Reachin Beyond. They prepared the food, gifts and games.




Free magic show sponsored by Elemento Group of Magic truly entertained the crowd and captured the kids’ attention and curiosity.


KC BGC  McKinley headed by it’s  President  Dr. Rocaya Vanessa Sarangani-Mangondato

conducted medical check- up on the kids, and provided their needed medicines and vitamins.


KC Pasay, KC Pasay North and KC Pasay Eagle gave away hygiene kits with DGE Glenda Hufano gracing the occasion.




KC Reachin Beyond endorsed the magic show not just for the children but for everyone in attendance. A magical day indeed. 


KC Malate West offered psychological testing and counseling at The Child's World in  nearby Banawe Street, there being no  children with special needs that day.


KC Makati treated the tired but fulfilled Kiwanian volunteers to buffet dinner at Illos of the Pearl Garden Hotel, Adriatico, courtesy of LG Grace Bondad Nicolas.


Brother Eduardo A. Castro, Social Service Coordinator of the Sto. Domingo Parish assisted the Kiwanis officers and members in the planning and implementation of the successful activity.  Missionaries Fathers Simon and Peter from the parish church received the extra toys for their celebration the next day, marking an extension of our outreach up to Palm Sunday!


This growth was also fueled by Walther’s desire to bring their products closer to the customers. Shawarma Shack now has stores in key locations across the country with over 750 branches and still counting. "It presented a significant growth in terms of augmenting the demand from our customers and expanding enterprise sales, Buenavista pointed out. 


Sharing the blessings is what the company is doing since the beginning, having been awarded for the Philanthropic works not just for the single community they keeps on helping but their corporate social responsibilities nationwide, Shawarma Shack truly is reaching the indigents and marginalized.