Strengthening Partnerships for a Safer Nation
Today, TXTFIRE Philippines proudly turned over two newly acquired firetrucks to the Bacolod Chamber Volunteer Fire Brigade and San Jose Navotas Fire Volunteer Inc. This milestone was made possible through the generous financial support of the SM Group, whose donation funded the purchase of these essential firefighting vehicles.
During the ceremony, Most Rev. Jose B. Bantolo, Bishop of Masbate, blessed the firetrucks to invoke the Lord’s protection and guidance in their mission to save lives and serve the community.
The event also marked the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between TXTFIRE Philippines and the two recipient organizations, solidifying their partnership in enhancing community safety and emergency response.
Representatives present at the ceremony included:
From Bacolod Chamber Volunteer Fire Brigade:
- President Edgar Sy
- Fire Chief Bryant Wong
- Officer Steve Young
From San Jose Navotas Fire Volunteer Inc.:
- President Paul Ross Bryan S. Felix and their officers
From TXTFIRE Philippines:
- President Gerry “Mr. Ube” Chua
- Executive Director Royce Gerik Chua
- Fire Chief Enrico Ryan Tan
- Legal Officer Atty. Omar Francisco
- Other distinguished officers
Representing the SM Group:
- Perkin So, Senior Assistant Vice President for Operations
- Pearly Joan Turley, Senior Assistant Vice President, Corporate Compliance Group
- Antonio Alexis Ortiga, Vice President, Corporate Properties Group
- Ly-anne Salazar, Muse and Mall Manager of SM Mall of Asia
We extend our deepest gratitude to the SM Group for their unwavering support and to our partner volunteer brigades for their dedication to safeguarding our communities. Together, we move forward in our mission to build a safer and more resilient Philippines.
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