Liloan, Cebu — This Christmas season, the Aboitiz Foundation, through OneAboitiz, is bringing renewed hope to families in the Municipality of Liloan, Cebu, one of the communities affected by Typhoon Tino, by assisting 285 families with home recovery after the disaster completely damaged their houses.
Each family received ₱30,000 in assistance to help them begin rebuilding their homes, bringing the total support for Liloan to ₱8.5 million.
Anton Perdices, Chief Operating Officer of AboitizPower Distribution Utilities, shared that the Christmas season is a time for unity and compassion, especially for communities recovering from hardship.
“The flash floods brought by Typhoon Tino caused fear, loss, and uncertainty for many families. Dili lalim ang inyong naagian. Through this support, we want every family to know that you are not alone,” Perdices said.
The Home Recovery Assistance Program provides practical support to help families rebuild safer homes. The assistance includes cement and construction materials vouchers, as well as cash support for labor.
This effort in Liloan follows the turnover of home recovery assistance last November to 225 families in San Remigio, Cebu, whose homes were damaged by the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck the province in September.
Perdices emphasized that the initiative goes beyond rebuilding houses.
“Seeing families smile again—especially during the Christmas season—reminds us that this work is also about restoring hope, dignity, and confidence as communities move forward together,” he said.
The initiative was made possible through the collaboration of the Aboitiz Foundation, UnionBank, Republic Cement, Vic Enterprises, local government units, and volunteers, reflecting the spirit of bayanihan—where businesses, government, and communities come together in times of need.
The Liloan assistance forms part of the broader OneAboitiz disaster response, which has reached more than 63,000 families nationwide, with over ₱28.8 million in total relief and recovery support. Led by the Aboitiz Foundation, these efforts cover earthquake recovery in Cebu and Davao, typhoon response in the Visayas, and flood and storm relief in Northern Luzon—demonstrating OneAboitiz’s commitment to supporting communities from immediate relief to long-term recovery.
The Aboitiz Foundation shared its hope that this assistance will bring renewed strength and optimism to families as they rebuild their homes and look forward to a safer and more hopeful future.
About Aboitiz Foundation
Aboitiz Foundation, the CSR arm of the Aboitiz Group, is committed to shaping a brighter future for the nation. With 35+ years of empowering communities and driving sustainable development, the Foundation of the Philippines’ first techglomerate is expanding its impact to contribute to nation-building.
Committed to advancing social development, Aboitiz Foundation focuses on three key pillars:
- Future Leaders: Ensuring Filipino learners of all ages have access to resources, facilities, and scholarships to prepare them for a rapidly changing world.
- Jobs: Empowering Filipinos with digital tools and skills training to thrive in the global digital economy, fostering an entrepreneurship mindset.
- Climate Action: Developing and implementing environmental programs to construct climate-resilient communities and foster a more sustainable future through nature-based solutions.
Since 1988, the Foundation has shifted from one-time donations to Aboitiz Foundation’s flagship programs, which empower beneficiaries to reach their full potential. By partnering with strategic partners, the foundation creates projects that are scalable, impactful, and aligned with the company's expertise, benefiting communities throughout the Philippines.
