In Filipino culture, December marks the season of celebrations, honoring traditions, and embracing the community spirit. For Aboitiz Foods team members based in the Philippines, with the help of the Aboitiz Foundation, it has become a meaningful tradition to spread holiday cheer to its partner communities nationwide through its annual Community Christmas Outreach program. 

Beyond the usual donations, Aboitiz Foods team members also actively organize fundraising activities to spread the program’s benefits and reach more families. 

In 2024, Aboitiz Foods reached out to its partner communities from Brgy. Magsaysay in Talugtug, Nueva Ecija, the Aeta community of Brgy, Bueno in Capas, Tarlac, Brgy. Sto. Niño in Bamban, Tarlac, and Brgy. Dalipuga in Iligan City. 

Over 160 Aboitiz Foods employees participated in the Community Christmas Outreach activities from November 21 to December 7, 2024. They engaged community members with interactive games and distributed over 760 Christmas packages. 

On November 21, 2024, Brgy, Magsaysay, Talugtug, Nueva Ecija residents received grocery bags and food items. On November 23, 2024, the Aeta Community of Brgy. Bueno, Capas, and Tarlac received trays of eggs, bags of rice, canned biscuits, hygiene kits, and other grocery essentials. The Philippine Army 3rd Mechanized Infantry Battalion, led by Colonel Ryan Villar, ARM (GSC) PA, and Captain Hannah Diva, also helped the Aboitiz Foods team members distribute the goods. On December 6, 2024, residents of Brgy. Sto. Niño in Bamban, Tarlac, received trays of eggs, grocery bags, and food items. Meanwhile on December 7, Tthe 33rd Mechanized Infantry – Hunter Company, led by 1LT Marvin Cadungog (ARM) PA, assisted in delivering Christmas packages to the residents of Brgy. Dalipuga, Iligan City.This marks the third consecutive year that these residents have received Christmas packages with essential grocery items. 

Through this community outreach, Aboitiz Foods Philippines and its team members continue to live out the Aboitiz value of teamwork by making work more meaningful and fun. “The Aboitiz Foods Community Christmas Outreach was a heartwarming team effort, with team members nationwide uniting through fundraising initiatives to make it a success. Sharing the blessings with our communities reminded us of the power of kindness and the impact we can create together. I’m proud to be part of Aboitiz Foods, a company that truly embodies the spirit of giving,” said Greg Canoy, Corporate Social Responsibility Supervisor. 

In total, over 760 families nationwide received various presents from Aboitiz Foods. The chosen communities also hold a special significance as they are where Aboitiz Foods’ facilities are located, making them a long-standing company partner. Through its Community Christmas Outreach program, Aboitiz Foods continues to foster the spirit of teamwork and camaraderie among one another and its long-standing partnerships with the communities. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this outreach program significant for the partner communities?
The chosen communities are located near Aboitiz Foods’ facilities, making them long-standing partners. For Brgy. Dalipuga in Iligan City, 2024 marked the third consecutive year of receiving Christmas packages — a reflection of the company’s commitment to sustained, meaningful community relationships.

What is the Aboitiz Foods Community Christmas Outreach?
The Community Christmas Outreach is an annual program through which Aboitiz Foods, with support from the Aboitiz Foundation, spreads holiday cheer to its partner communities across the Philippines. It combines employee volunteerism, fundraising activities, and direct community engagement to make the holiday season meaningful beyond the workplace.

Which communities were reached during the 2024 program?
The 2024 outreach covered four communities: Brgy. Magsaysay in Talugtug, Nueva Ecija; the Aeta community of Brgy. Bueno in Capas, Tarlac; Brgy. Sto. Niño in Bamban, Tarlac; and Brgy. Dalipuga in Iligan City — all located near Aboitiz Foods’ operating facilities.

What did the Christmas packages contain and how many were distributed?
Over 760 Christmas packages were distributed. Contents varied by community but included grocery bags, food items, trays of eggs, bags of rice, canned biscuits, and hygiene kits — all essential goods tailored to each community’s needs.

How did employees contribute to the outreach?
Over 160 Aboitiz Foods employees participated in activities held from November 21 to December 7, 2024. Employees organized fundraising events, packed goods, and joined interactive community games — actively living out the company’s core value of teamwork.