RC QC Media Tech Rotary Connect

The Rotary Day of Service and Medical Mission of RC QC MediaTech was very successful. Thanks to God for the guidance and blessings. This is our signature project called Katutubo Care, which is RC QC MediaTech’s program to provide vaccines and medicines for our indigenous people. The aim is to give them free service for their medical needs. There were 60 individuals for dental services, 16 for circumcision, and 120 individuals were given free medical consultation and medicine needed to ensure good health in the area. These are some of the activities carried out by our team of volunteers, medical practitioners and missionaries who voluntarily gave their time and effort to make it more memorable for our Kababayang Dumagat. At the end, we sang praise songs to honor God. For as long as we live, our hope to be of service to our “kababayans” continues while serving to change lives.

RC Greater Anonas COVID 19 Defogging Project

After home isolation and home quarantine, residents of our adopted barangays are still worried about Covid virus in their surroundings. To lighten their worries, RCGA LCP Jossie Dimarucut initiated the defogging and disinfecting of their homes for cleaner & virus/bacteria-free environment and for their peace of mind. Four (4) barangays, Barangay Quirino 3B (Claro), Barangay Bagumbuhay & Barangay Escopa 2 and Barangay Amihan, were given free HOMEVISION DEFOG MACHINES with 4L COMPREHENSIVE ATOMIZED DISINFECTANT for use by their respective Covid afflicted residents. LCP Jossie demonstrated how to use the defog machine by defogging Barangay Quirino 3B Chairman’s office. RCGA club members, RCGA RCC &Rotaractors assisted in defogging & disinfecting of homes. By LCP Jossie Dimarucut

Rotary Satellite Club of Loyola Heights Donation of Solar LED Lights

Donation of solar LED lights to several far flung barangays in Masbate without access to regular electrical supply (Cagpandan, Ambulong, Talaban and Manoboc) by the Rotary Satellite Club of Loyola Heights Online D3780 in partnership with SBK (a local organization based in the province). By LCP Jhun Merino 36

Milk Letting Activity RC North EDSA

The Rotary Club of North EDSA led by LCP Getz R. Valler celebrated Valentine’s day with a Milk Letting activity on February 14, 2022 at the Senior Citizen’s Building, in cooperation with Quezon City Health Department. Milk-letting is an activity in which lactating mothers donate their breast milk to the government milk banks where donated milk are stored. Milk banks were implemented in consideration of some mothers who are unable to produce breast milk for their babies due to illnesses and other conditions that keep them from doing so. Breast milk is the best source of nutrients for babies and are great in keeping them safe from viruses and bacteria. By LCP Getz Valler

RC Loyola Heights Baguio Pediatric Surgical Mission

Final VTT and Pediatric Cardiovascular surgical mission funded by GG 2095133: Ugnay Puso, Ugnay Buhay of the Rotary Club of Loyola Heights (RCLH) in partnership with the Philippine Heart Center, RI D3790 and RI D3800. The event was held at the Baguio General Hospital Medical Center. A total of 20 underprivileged pediatric patients benefitted from the mission. In addition, the RCLH provided the families of the patients with sanitary/health/hygiene kits. By LCP Jhun Merino

Donating Blood is Essential RC Kamuning East

Every few seconds, someone, somewhere, needs blood. Donating blood is essential. It is even more essential in this time of Covid 19 pandemic. Another successful bloodletting activity was held last February 14, 2022 at Philex Mining Training Camp, Ampucao, Itogon, Benguet! The project was initiated by the Regional Medical and Dental Unit of the PNP Cordillera and Cordillera Administrative Regional Training Camp, in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Kamuning East, St. Louis University Hospital of the Sacred Heart, Red Cross and Maezelle Psycho Metier & Diagnostic Clinic. A total of 172 blood bags were collected. This is the 6th bloodletting activity during the Life Changing Year. “A Drop of Blood is a Gift of Life”, the project name of RC Kamuning East’s bloodletting program, was conducted within and outside of the NCR Region. Beneficiaries of these bloodletting activities are indigent cancer patients needing blood transfusion. Bloodletting is one of the projects under the Disease Prevention and Treatment program of the Rotary Club of Kamuning East for three (3) years now. For the Life Changing Year, the Program covered vaccination against Covid 19 (Laban Kontra Covid); hepatitis screening; blood screening (Serbisyong Pangkalusugan); a health and wellness education (Know Your Numbers, Matters of the Heart); and free healthcare services and education to its community particularly the frontliners in this Covid pandemic. The Rotary Club of Kamuning East believes that disease prevention is key to having a healthier commu-

nity. A small gesture like donating blood, can make a big difference in the lives of people.

RC Midtown Diliman Rota Run and Rota Mile

The objective of the Rotary Club of Midtown Diliman in this signature club project is to advocate the support of local teachers and students concomitantly promoting health to fellow Rotarians, friends, and supporters of the activities. It is to breed and catalyse both running and cycling into one project to which proceeds will turn over a new leaf for beneficiaries from the scholarship funding to support the Graduate School Education (Master of Arts in Education) of selected public-school teacher-scholars. The club deems appropriate action with a strong belief to align with one of Rotary’s seven areas of focus, Basic Education and Literacy. We came up with the idea of raising funds through a run and bike activity. The money that will be generated from the event will be used to help finance the teacher-scholars to support their higher education. More over, profits from the activity will also be used in supporting the other groups and systems that take care of the event’s beneficiary. We aim to generate income to financially support the beneficiary and to promote a healthy lifestyle. We would want everyone to enjoy rather than compete.

The Rotary Club of Midtown Diliman enthusiastically opened registration for the second cycle with the renewing title of the project ROTARUN 2.0 AND ROTAMILE: TAKBO AT PADYAK PARA SA MGA GURO NG BAYAN in September 2021 to were club members, co-hosting clubs, event partners, and sponsoring committee have gathered to create a primary goal to achieve and measure to sustain the project by reaching a height of funds to render to the chosen group of beneficiaries, alongside encouraging health and fitness devotees to understand the goal of the event and to participate in promoting health as a way to help others. Having fun is another proportion to achieve during the experience. The team is strongly committed to better the outcome and grant more cause during this cycle than the first. It is part of the growing commitment to improve and enrich our service to the community, progressively always. Both virtual running “ROTARUN” and cycling “ROTAMILE” by then, set to take place between December 8-15, 2021, following and in accordance with IATF guidelines to practice and observe safety actions in conducting sporting and fitness events. All participants were guided to use a GPS sports app to track and prove their activity and suggested to inspirationally post to the event page at a certainly given timeline. The awarding of entitlements and fellowship, inclusive of giveaway items, snacks, and raffle prizes, took place on December 28th to which have been attended and supported by club members, other club leaders, partners or stakeholders of the event, friends, and joiners of the project. The engagement was fun-filled and motivating as it presents teamwork, the love of sports, and the love of servicing others in one space occupied with people who aspire to connect the act of sports to helping and doing good for the community.

RC Broadway QC Donation of Books and Printer to Adopted School

In line with the goal of the Department of Education on “Sulong Edukalidad” amidst COVID-19, the school continuously provides modules to students so they can study at and acquire the most essential competencies. The Rotary Club of Broadway QC donated a printer and books to their adopted school Dr Josefa Jara Martinez High School located at Brgy Tatalon, Quezon City, their adopted Barangay. The printer and books were received by Principal Irene Canon and teacher Levy Serrano, head of the Library.

RC Greenfields Free X-Ray Project

The Rotary Club of Greenfields QC conducted a Free X-Ray at Greenfields 1 Club House last February 21, 2022, in partnership with RI District 3780, USAID, URC, QC LGU and Quezon City Health Department. This project is in support of the End TB campaign and program of RID 3780. By LCP Mark Anthony Peralta43

Padyak Pangkabuhayan RC Midtown QC

The Rotary Club of Midtown QC provides life-changing second chances to deserving people! In celebration of the Rotary International’s Peace and Conflict Prevention month, the Rotary Club of Midtown Quezon City conducted Padyak Pangkabuhayan: Bagong Buhay Sa Bagong Laya last February 12, 2022. Together with PRESO, Inc., and other external partners, RCMQC provided ten (10) mobile food cart bikes, food equipment, and initial inventory to ten (10) outstanding newly-released persons from the Quezon City Jail. The beneficiaries appreciated the livelihood package as they will use it to start life anew.

By LCP Lynette Ching Jacinto

RC Cubao Sunrise Helps Save the Environment

Reef buds are organic structures that are placed under the sea and soon can enhance fish to live in this structures . Algae will then grow on and in it then corals then in time the whole place will have healthy reefs with healthy fish. We placed them in places that have been damaged by people. Generation after generation will hopefully benefit and new generations will be able to appreciate the beauty of our undersea natural world. By LCP Maylalyn De Dios

Peace & Conflict Resolution in Muslim Mindanao

February is a month dedicated to Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution/ Prevention. The Rotary Club of Kagitingang Cubao believes that to be able to understand conflict issues and appreciate peace initiatives, we should listen to those directly involved in the issues. In this regard, we planned to have our 2nd in a series webinar. First was our listening to Anti Asian Hate experiences in the USA. Getting closer to our Quezon City, we zoomed thousand of miles away to Mindanao to listen to issues in Muslim Mindanao.

The webinar on February 19, 2022, "Peace and Conflict Resolution Issues in Muslim Mindanao” was specially planned for the Magigitings to be given an overview of the peace issues. This was ably shared by our guest speaker Atty. Mehol Sadain, Muslim Reform and Peace Advocate, formerly a COMELEC Commissioner. We then focused on the beautiful province of Basilan where our very own LCP Sugayra Alfaro was born. Our esteemed guest speaker for this part was Honorable Hanie A. Bud, Municipal Mayor of Maluso, Basilan and LCP of the Rotary Club of Basilan. One result of conflict is the heartbreaking situation in Basilan over the years especially on the almost 3,000 war-afflicted families. They also discussed the Peace Process and goals of their campaign such as transforming Basilan into a Terror-free area and peace zone as well as initiatives in enhancing the quality of people’s lives. The webinar was participated by 40 viewers, including Magigitings, LCPs, and other Rotarians. The guests ably replied to questions asked leading to an engaging conversation. Not only Philippine based Magigitings participated in the webinar but also those based in the US led by our newly formed Satellite Chair PP Dory Raterta who organized the webinar. It was also planned that our PP Gail Lores, Chair of our Community Services Committee introduce Atty Sadain and give the message of thanks. PP Gail is from Zamboanga City. Once again, we were able to achieve multiple objectives through our webinar, have an activity related to the Rotary Monthly theme, enhance the members capacity and capabilities linked to the theme, be better Rotarians and to explore a possible sisterhood agreement with the Rotary Club of Basilan and for the participants to learn more about Mindanao and Basilan!

End TB Program RC Pag-Asa

On the 18th day of February 2022, the Rotary Club of Pagasa, collaborated with its sister club, the Rotary Club of West Central, in launching the District’s End TB program, at the NIA Village, at Barangay Sauyo, in Quezon City. The site was chosen by Barangay Officials, an open-air portion of the Barangay, in line with their Covid health protocols. The Rotarians were ably assisted by Barangay officials, personnel of USAID, and volunteers, and Rotaractors of the Rotaract Club of Pagasa GIST. Of the 120 barangay residents who were screened, 106 went to undergo the mandatory x-ray and sputum examination. The event was graced with the presence of District Governor Edgardo Ayento. Complimentary breakfast, lunch and snacks were served to those who assisted in the worthwhile undertaking. Alcohol dispensers with the Rotary logo to strengthen the public image impact, were given to all of those who underwent screening. Both clubs were led by their respective Life Changing Presidents Katrina Regala, for RC Pagasa; and Lanilyn Joy Apinado, for RC West Central.

RC Constitution Hill Bagong Sandigan Empowerment of Girls Project

Supporting Rotary International’s and District’s 3780 advocacy for Empowerment of Girls, RC Constitution Hill Bagong Sandigan partnered with the Explore More Philippines under the leadership of Mr. Jerome Bactol, director, in the implementation of GIRLS RISING, is a global campaign that uses the power of storytelling to promote the simple message that educating girls can transform societies. Girl Rising began as a feature film showcasing the stories of nine unforgettable girls from around the world who faced formidable obstacles like early marriage, gender-based violence, discrimination, and child labor. It has grown into a powerful global movement with a powerful message that educating girls can transform societies.

By LCP Bong Beloy

RC Camp Aguinaldo launches Kupkop Pawikan in Bagac, Bataan

To kick off the 20th Founding Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Camp Aguinaldo, the club launched the Kupkop Pawikan under its Kawan ng Kalikasan para sa Komunidad (KKK), the umbrella project for all the club’s efforts geared toward Saving the Environment. Kupkop Pawikan is a two-pronged effort because it will be in line with the two areas of focus -- Support the Environment and Community & Economic Development. On February 09, the Rotary Club of Camp Aguinaldo sponsored 20 nests at the Pawikan Hatchery in Barangay Pag-asa, Bagac, Bataan. Each nest, which has an average of 94 eggs, costs Php 400 which will go to the locals who will be looking after it. Thus, the club does not only help protect the Pawikan but also supports the livelihood of the locals in the area. Forward looking, RC Camp Aguinaldo hopes that its existence will match that of a Pawikan’s lifespan which is said to reach 100 years old or more. #RCCampAguinaldoAt20 #KampoRotariansAt20 #ChangeToSaveLives

RC Uptown Novaliches Junk Art Workshop and Exhibit

On the second year of our signature project launched during the term of TP Jonathan B. Trinidad, with IPDG Johnny Gaw Yu who graced the launching of the to make business and invest on their finished art works for their daily finances. The project was in partnership with HB Culture & Arts Workshop Inc. We acknowledge the Multi-Awardees artists Mr. Deproject- "JUNK ART WORKSHOPS & Exhibit " one of 7 Areas of Focus of Rotary International - Protecting our Environment. This RY 2021-2022, under LCP Annariza C. Alzate , the club has continued to focus on this environmental project to benefit interested students in our adopted school and community in Maligaya Park, Quezon City. The project was held last February 27, 2022. Our main purpose is for the students to challenge themselves to make good of their professions in art to profit. We help and teach them Jeck Flores, Ken Hawkson and TP Jonathan B. Trinidad. Our heartfelt thanks to our fellow RCUNERS who have given their full support and financial contribution in making our signature project to become a perennial success for the club. I would like to mention their names, PP Norge Regencia, PP Ces Velarde, PN Imelda Cera Porlucas, Public Image Chair Joff Pastolero, PP Tony Velasco, PP Vangie Tantoco, Rtn Ramon Balunes. By PP Bambi Verdote

Rotaract Club of Kamuning Central

Dec 4: POWER

RC Kamuning Central hosted a mission project called POWER (Prosthesis Orthoses Wheelchairs toward Empowerment Reintegrated) assisted by the club's newly organized RCC THE GILAS RIDERS TEAM 1. More than 40 beneficiaries were given prostheses and orthoses for PWDs & units of wheelchairs for Cerebral Palsy patients, all sponsored by POWER. This 1-month mission was hosted also by various clubs of our D3780.

Dec 4 - Jan 15 & 30 at Rotary center: Gift Giving

The said club RCC also conducted Gift Giving of grocery items, hygiene kits & storybooks. The storytelling encompasses the promotion of empowering girls through a video presentation of "Ang Mga Hilig Ni Maki" to more than 70 indigent children at Imus Cavite Parish Church. Mission benefited.

Feb 19: Silid-Aklatan Para sa Bihawo

Last February 19, 2022, in partnership with Hope Builders, Dream Tracers (HBDT) and RCC Team Vipers, The Rotaract Club of Kamuning Central launched Phase 1 of Silid-Aklatan Para sa Bihawo: an outreach project that aimed to help Bihawo Elementary School develop their own Dep-Ed accredited library.

Together, the organizations were able to donate new furniture, appliances, and school materials for the community. Students were also invited to partake in a riveting story-telling session held by the volunteers of HBDT. The cash fund spent from our Rotaract Fundraising project - Art Auction was used to purchase the goods.

Interact Club of New Era HS Gulayan para sa Paaralan

The Interact Club of New Era High School provides full support to its New Era High School for its urban agriculture project. Last March 02, 2022, the club, together with its ates and kuyas in Rotaract Club of Midtown QC, and our titas and titos in Rotary Club of Midtown Quezon City, supported the launching of our New Era High School’s Gulayan Sa Paaralan. With the aim of complimenting Department of Agriculture’s Urban Agriculture Program, RCMQC, RACMQC, and IAC NEHS provided equipment and materials to build sustainable food systems for the school. The Rotary Club of Midtown Quezon City, through the District 3780’s Global Grant, also distributed the aquaponics system to the school. We are excited to return to school contributing to the growth and development of our school’s urban garden!

Rotaract Club of Midtown QC Crypto Clarified

The Rotaract Club of Midtown QC, together with Rotary Club of Midtown Quezon City, Interact Club of New Era High School, conducted Crypto Clarified, the second session under the Financially Literate Youth Program of the club. Held last February 12, 2022, the club invited the “Crypto Queen”, Ms. Angeline Viray of Crypto currency Philippines to provide basics on crypto currency, and give tips on how to invest on the emerging trend to the youths. The attendees, Rotarians, Rotaractors, and Interactors alike, learned a lot from the session, and committed to invest in crypto! By LCP Lynette Ching Jacinto

The Language of Love: RAC Balintawak Acts of Service

February is recognized worldwide as the love month given the fact that Valentine's Day is every 14th of the month. There's always something in the air every time this month arrives. The red and pink themes and motifs of many establishments are a tell-tale that truly, love is in the air! The Rotaract Club of Balintawak members, as lovely as they could ever be, won't miss celebrating the month for the world by consistently speaking one of their love languages—acts of service. The club co-hosted and participated in Project Tsuperhero, a Rotaract Care action for our beloved Public Utility Vehicle Drivers. In the event with three waves, Rotaract Clubs in the metro and the south doled out facemasks and towels to the beneficiaries. This project also aimed to renew the twin club agreement with the club's sister clubs. Wave 1 was held in Los Baños, Laguna, last February 27, 2022. It has a total of 200 beneficiaries. While Wave 2 was in Olongapo City, Zambales, just a day after the first wave, February 28, 2022. The beneficiaries accumulated a total number of 237. And the last wave, or Wave 3, will be held in Tanza, Cavite, on March 5, 2022.