I remember when I was finishing college, my parents were inching their way to support my education.  My father had an early retirement as a banker.  Since then, my mom put up a small merchandising store which supported our education.  It was one of our hardest times back then.  So I said to myself, I promise to do my best to get good grades and get a tuition discount to help with the expenses.  I believe should there be a private foundation willing to sponsor my college education or make me their scholar, I could be one of the deserving students back then.  But there weren't any available at that time.

Fortunately, today, there are foundations such as BingoPlus Foundation that gives hope to deserving students.

What is BingoPlus?

BingoPlus is the first online bingo in the Philippines. It is also one of the most exciting gaming platforms in the country as it continues to rule app downloads, resulting in massive audience play among Filipinos. BingoPlus is another innovative and entertaining offering of publicly listed LRWC. Appreciative of the success it has been getting, the company, through the BingoPlus Foundation, has been giving back to society in the form of various corporate citizenship initiatives.  It is an active supporter of environmental and charitable projects.

College Scholarships for Deserving Students

BingoPlus Foundation, is also set to provide college scholarships to 10 deserving students in the country and will be called FutureSmart Scholarship Program. This scholarship grant is being done in partnership with iACADEMY, one of the most innovative and sought-after technology, design, and business school in the Philippines. 

2 key goals for this campaign. 

1. To make the public aware of what the scholarship program stands for. The idea is to make the scholarship a solid Proofpoint of the social and national good that BingoPlus wants to be recognized for. 
2. To entice as many qualified students as possible. 

The FutureSmart Scholarship Program:

• Young incoming college students who have financial challenges in supporting their education (for further evaluation by the foundation)
• Students who are intellectually gifted in technology, especially those interested in the following courses:
• Bachelor of science in Computer Science with specialization is software engineering

• Bachelor of science in Entertainment and Multimedia computing game development

• Bachelor of science in information technology with specialization in web development

• Social media savvy (Facebook, Tiktok, and the likes)

Qualifications:

• Must carry the regular load prescribed by the course
• Must obtain GWA of not lower than 1.75 and no grade lower than 2.50 in any subject
• Must possess good moral character
• Must not have been subjected to any disciplinary action by the school, either academically or administratively during the period enrolled

                                      (a) Why do I deserve the scholarship?

                                      (b) How can you give back to the country when you graduate?

Are you the student BingoPlus Foundation is looking for?  Do you possess these qualifications?  If your answer is yes, then here's what you should do next:

• Qualified and interested students should submit their application via this email: scholarship@iacademy.edu.ph
• Deadline of submission of application for the scholarship: January 13, 2023
• Date of announcement of the chosen scholars: February 2023

LOOK: BingoPlus Foundation and iACADEMY recently conducted the selection process for the P6 Million FutureSmart Scholarship Program. The chosen scholars who will get to study tech engineering at iACADEMY starting next school term will be announced very soon.

Present during the candidate selection were (from left) BingoPlus Vice President for Brand Marketing and BingoPlus Foundation Representative Felbin Peter Soto, iACADEMY Senior Manager for the Office of Student Affairs and Services Anna Fernandez, iACADEMY Chairperson of Web Development and OIC Dean of Software Engineering Bennett Tanyag, and iACADEMY Scholarship Officer Richen de Castro. 

 Everyone can easily describe the vibes during the Christmas season – it's filled with many bonding moments and shopping sprees in the mall. Most importantly, for Filipinos, Christmas is about spending time with loved ones and creating new memories, which makes the holiday season merrier.

And, of course, this includes Filipino families spending time together in their kitchens. So, we've rounded up what usually happens in a typical Filipino kitchen during Christmas and how to make these moments more memorable and unique!

Preparing Lots Of Food Happily In The Kitchen

When we talk about Christmas, one of the first things that come to mind is Noche Buena. Filipino families love gatherings and preparing food for their loved ones, and by preparing food, we mean lots of it!

It's a good thing that the Beko BIR35400XMS is such a lifesaver in the kitchen. Need to prepare lots of food for your family and relatives? Worry no more because this multifunctional oven has more than enough space for you to prepare your food without the hassle of spending too much time. It offers an 82 L of cooking capacity, which lets you cook on up to six shelf levels simultaneously, all within the dimensions of a standard-sized oven.

You can even get a clear view of your food while it's being prepared. It seems amazing, indeed. With the Beko Sends Love promo price, you can get the Beko BIR35400XMS  for only Php 28,991.

It's a given that kitchens are usually occupied during the Noche Buena preparation, so the Beko HIC64100 will also help you prepare your food.

You can cook your favorite healthy meals with ease using this vitroceramic hob. What's more fun about this is this hob heats all types of cookware so you can prepare more food efficiently!

With the Beko Sends Love promo price, you can get the Beko HIC64100  for only Php 15,291.

Looking All Glammed Up While Washing Dishes

Of course, Christmas is also all about looking beautiful and all glammed up, even the Noche Buena has been over, and you're now ready to say hello to washing the dishes.

With the Beko Sends Love promo price, you can get the Beko DTC36811S for only Php 19,791.

Making Your Food Stored And Last For A Longer Time

Well, Christmas and New Year's Eve are only a few days apart, and since Filipinos tend to prepare lots of food during Christmas, having the Beko GNO480EHFGBPH is essential to your kitchen!

Stock lots of food in your fridge with ease since the Beko has a NeoFrost Triple Cooling technology that has 2 separate cooling system that allows you to keep your food fresh for a longer time without having food odors mixed altogether.

Got some vegetables and fruits that you want to keep until the new year? This fridge also has HarvestFresh that uses innovative 3 colour light technology in the crisper drawer to cleverly mimic the 24-hour sun cycle, preserving vitamins in fruits and vegetables for longer. So you can enjoy a healthier lifestyle with more nutritious meals than ever.

With the Beko Sends Love promo price, you can get the Beko GNO480EHFGBPH for only Php 54,892 from its original SRP of Php 60,990.

Christmas is indeed a wonderful and joyous season for everyone. With Beko, you can make your holiday kitchen moments memorable and filled with steps toward a healthy and sustainable lifestyle for the upcoming year ahead.

 After two years, it’s beginning to look a lot like a merrier Christmas — holiday celebrations will be grander as family and friends can celebrate face-to-face in various venues or in the comforts of one’s home. They can now continue holiday traditions that were temporarily put on hold during the pandemic or create new ones for an exciting experience. 

Since this year would be the first “normal” Christmas, everyone is pulling out all the stops to present the best when it comes to parties and events. Aside from choosing the best caterer, the fanciest décor, or the most delightful entertainment, the drink list is given attention to complete the perfect party.  

A perfect party also means that no one is “left behind” in the fun. For kids, moms-to-be, or those who don’t like to consume alcoholic drinks, there is still a sparkling drink perfect for these holiday gatherings —Welch’s Sparkling Juice in Red, White and Rosè variants. 

Welch's Sparkling Juice can be made into a variety of fantastic mocktails, paired with any meat, seafood, or poultry of choice, or even given as an impromptu gift – making it the ideal bubbly beverage for any celebration.  Made to make any celebration special, Welch’s Sparkling Juice is produced from USA-grown grapes with no artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, or high fructose corn syrup, so you can indulge in a few glasses without feeling any guilt! 

Over the holiday season, families and friends love to travel – whether it’s for a staycation or going out of town. Don’t forget to bring a bottle of Welch’s Sparkling Juice wherever this season of celebration may take you. It can be placed inside a cooler or freezable bag for convenience. 

Some families, meanwhile, prefer to slow down during the holiday break and take this time to bond with each other in their homes. Welch’s is readily available through a variety of online channels. It can be delivered right at your doorsteps, allowing you to host an impromptu game night or Netflix binge. 

With an old (and challenging) chapter closing and a new year ahead of us, share the joy of this festive season with your loved ones and celebrate with a glass of Welch’s Sparkling Juice for the perfect holiday. 

A product of the USA, Welch’s products are available in retail stores. To learn more about Welch’s Sparkling Juices and recipes, visit www.welchs.com or follow Welch's PH on FB (WelchsPH) and IG (Welchs_ph). You may also have your favorite Welch’s juices delivered at your doorstep by visiting acemarket.ph. Or place your order in the following online groceries: metromart.com, Fly Ace store in LazMart, and waltermartdelivery.com.ph.

In celebration of its 65th anniversary, trusted Filipino household company PHILUSA Corporation continues its commitment to making meaningful, healthy, and sustainable lifestyle more attainable for Filipino families through “Katuwang ng Tahanang Pilipino” campaign.

PHILUSA Corporation is a leading Filipino-owned company that is known for marketing and distributing fast-moving consumer goods and pharmaceutical products through their iconic Filipino brands like RHEA, Babyflo, Cleene, MEDIPLAST, Albatross, Apollo, and more.

Dedicated to being a part of every Filipino household, PHILUSA Corporation marks its 65^th year by championing hygiene, health, sustainability, and giving back to the communities. The leading company commenced the anniversary campaign by supporting Luwalhati ng Maynila, a home for the aged in Marikina City. Led by the PHILUSA Family Council (PHILFACO), the initiative benefitted over 400 seniors in the institution, receiving kitchen equipment and supplies, household products, hygiene kits, medical kits, and more.

“PHILUSA Corporation strives to inspire volunteerism in others by creating a meaningful impact in the community. Our company has helped different sectors over the years through social development efforts and relief assistance, and PHILUSA continues with its commitment of touching the lives of Filipino families through these initiatives,” said PHILUSA President and General Manager Neogin Evangelista.

Through the “Katuwang ng Tahanang Pilipino” campaign, PHILUSA Corporation continues to uphold its core values of putting its customers’ needs first, achieving timely and quality results through innovation and continuous improvement, and doing everything with integrity through its initiatives in helping others.

The initiative strives to maintain the trust of Filipinos, featuring its three main pillars – Katuwang sa Kalinisan highlights the brand’s efforts to promote the importance of hygiene; Katuwang sa Kalikasan, on the other hand, showcases its commitment to sustainability; and, lastly, Katuwang sa Kalusugan advocates overall wellness in every household.

“We’ve always envisioned PHILUSA Corporation as every Filipino’s household partner, which is why we are very excited to announce our Katuwang ng Tahanang Pilipino campaign. This campaign is really a celebration of PHILUSA Corporation’s 65th year championing health, wellness and environmental sustainability to Filipinos everywhere not only through our products and brands, but also through our initiatives,” shared Mr. Evangelista.

The Katuwang ng Tahanang Pilipino campaign will be a continuation of PHILUSA Corporation’s efforts to pay it forward by releasing relevant content on its sustainability and hygiene-related initiatives, as well as outreach programs to promote and raise awareness about their advocacies of health, hygiene, and environmental sustainability.

To learn more about PHILUSA Corporation and their different brands and initiatives, visit their website at https://philusa.com.ph or visit their official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/PhilusaCorporation/.