PCSO joins ‘MANA Mo 2026’ in Kalayaan Island, distributes 300 ChariTimba

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office joined the “MANA Mo 2026” initiative held in Barangay Pag-asa, Kalayaan, Palawan, on Sept. 25, providing 300 ChariTimba food buckets for residents.

PCSO Assistant General Manager for Management Services Sector Arnel Casas led the agency’s participation in the activity, alongside officials and representatives from various government agencies.

Despite the geopolitical challenges in the West Philippine Sea, the government continues to extend assistance and services to the residents of Pag-asa Island as part of its efforts to support the welfare and development of the island community.

Also present during the activity were Secretary Andres Centino of the Presidential Office for Maritime Concerns, Secretary Emmanuel Pacquiao of the National Anti-Poverty Commission, Kalayaan Mayor Beltzasar Alindogan, Bukidnon Second District Representative Jonathan Keith Flores, and Aklan First District Representative Jesus Marquez.

The activity was conducted in coordination with the POMC, Coast Guard District Kalayaan Island Group, and other partner agencies, underscoring the continuing collaboration among government institutions in delivering assistance and services to communities within the Kalayaan Island Group.

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