PCSO Turns Over P663K Lotto Share to Cebu Province

by Info @Brand Zone | August 13, 2025

By: Jerwin Palo Nohay / Photo by: Ericson Delos Reyes

On July 9, 2025, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), led by General

Manager Melquiades Robles, formally turned over a check amounting to P663,308.28 to

Cebu, representing the province's lotto share from July to December 2024

The donation was received by newly elected Governor Hon. Pamela S. Baricuatro

during a ceremonial event held at the PCSO Main Office in Mandaluyong City.

The lotto share provision is under PCSO’s revenue-sharing mandate. Funds were generated through PCSO’s lottery games and a portion of it is allocated to support local government initiatives and public welfare programs.

This turnover underscores PCSO’s commitment to transparency and its role in

channeling gaming proceeds toward meaningful assistance for Filipino communities.

“PCSO, Hindi Umuurong sa Pagtulong!”

Relief Operations in Brgy. 503, Manila conducted under PCSO CSR Program

by Info @Brand Zone | August 9, 2025

By: Jerwin Palo Nohay / Photos by: Arnold T. Ramos & Justin B. Ramos

In line with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to prioritize assistance for victims of recent typhoons and monsoon rains, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) extended assistance to affected residents of Barangay 503 in District IV, Manila on July 30, 2025.

PCSO Directors Jennifer Liongson-Guevara and Janet De Leon Mercado, together with Barangay Chairman Eduardo Mendoza and Sangguniang Kabataan Chairwoman Jhemil Ilao, led the distribution of ChariTimba food packs to families displaced by flooding. 

Each pack contained essential food items to help residents recover from the impact of successive weather disturbances.

The initiative was carried out under PCSO’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program, which aims to provide timely support to vulnerable communities, especially during times of disaster.  

“PCSO, Hindi Umuurong sa Pagtulong!”

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PCSO Directors lead ChariTimba and Evacuation Kits Distribution to Fire Victims in Manila’s 4^th District 

By: Jerwin Palo Nohay / Photos by: Arnold T. Ramos & Justin B. Santos    

On July 30, 2025, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) provided aid to over 300 residents from Barangays 581, 439, and 448 in Sampaloc, Manila’s fourth district, following recent fire incidents that displaced many families. 

PCSO Directors Jennifer Liongson-Guevara and Imelda Papin, together with Councilor Louisa Marie “Lady” Quintos-Tan, oversaw the distribution of ChariTimba food packs and evacuation kits to affected families. 

The relief items included canned goods, noodles, coffee, rice, and essential supplies such as mosquito nets, blankets, pillows, slippers, and other necessities.

The initiative was carried out under PCSO’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program, in line with the agency’s mandate to extend immediate assistance to communities, especially during times of disaster and calamity.

“PCSO, Hindi Umuurong sa Pagtulong!”

PCSO joins FL Liza Marcos’ ‘LAB for All’ program in Aurora

by Info @Brand Zone | August 5, 2025

By: Jerwin Palo Nohay / Photos by: Ericson Delos Reyes & Justin B. Santos

Baler, Aurora | More than 1,500 residents from eight municipalities in Aurora province received freemedical and social services during the “LAB for All” caravan held on July 15, 2025, at the Sen. Edgardo J. Angara Convention Center.

Led by First Lady Louise “Liza” Araneta-Marcos, the initiative aims to strengthen community health and make government services more accessible through free medical consultations, laboratory tests, medicines, and wellness care.

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), represented by Director Imelda Papin, actively participated in the event. Dir. Papin also serenaded attendees with her popular songs, adding a festive atmosphere to the caravan. 

Under the supervision of PCSO OIC-Branch Head Marites Dela Cruz, the agency distributed 1,500 ChariTimba containing rice, noodles, and canned goods. Among the recipients was “Nanay Clarita,” who personally received her food pack from the First Lady and Dir. Papin.

PCSO also turned over a check to Aurora Governor Reynante Tolentino amounting to P244,738.59, representing the share of the province and its municipalities from lotto shares in Aurora.

In her message, the First Lady emphasized that “LAB for All” reflects the Marcos administration’s commitment to compassionate governance. “It is vital to bring medical services closer to the people. Affordable healthcare is key to inclusive leadership and improving the quality of life for every Filipino,” she said.

PCSO reaffirmed its continued support for the “LAB for All” initiative, which seeks to deliver inclusive and accessible healthcare services to communities across the country.

“PCSO, Hindi Umuurong sa Pagtulong!”