SM Foundation, Inc. (SMFI), the social good arm of the SM group, was recognized by the Board of Investments (BOI) with the Pandemic Heroes Award for its contribution to making a significant difference in the lives of Filipinos during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Led by its Governor Katrina Therese Lim-Dy, the BOI conferred the award to SM Foundation represented by SMFI Executive Director Debbie P. Sy at the SM Retail Head Quarters in Pasay City. Also representing BOI are Rolienita Nebres, Ronaldo Buluran, Soledad Sendingan, Catherine Agup, Albert Jolo Ibay, Darwin Pesco, and Jechris Alindog. In addition, SMFI’s social good team was also present during the event: Executive Director for Education Linda Atayde, AVP for Outreach and Livelihood Programs Cristie Angeles, and AVP for Education Eleanor Lansang.
The Pandemic Heroes Award is part of the 55th founding anniversary celebration of the BOI, an attached agency of the Department of Trade and Industry responsible for developing investments in the country.
The said recognition is given to BOI’s partner stakeholders that responded to the country’s pressing needs during the height of the pandemic and provided genuine support and assistance in ensuring the health and safety of our countrymen and bringing opportunities through investments.