Monday, August 27, 2012

2012 LUZON TYPHOON RELIEF PROJECT

The recent typhoon in the Philippines displaced many families in Nasugbu, Batangas, and Sta. Cruz, Laguna. In partnership with the Parish Social Action Committee (PSAC) of San Vicente Ferrer Parish, Pusong Pinoy donated 5,000 packs of ramen noodles; 4,000 cans of sardines; 2,000 liters of water; and 15 sacks of rice to 500 displaced families.
On August 16, 2012, PSAC delivered food and water to 350 displaced families in Nasugbu, Batangas. Eight days later, they set sail on flooded waters to distribute the remaining 150 relief packs to flood victims in hard-to-reach areas in Sta. Cruz, Laguna. Despite intermittent heavy downpours, smiles abounded as PSAC volunteers delivered relief goods donated by Pusong Pinoy heroes. Some of the flood victims were moved to tears over the kind gesture of our amazing volunteers. 

Thank you to all the HEROES for stepping up to make a donation for this project!  Click HERE for the list of donors and items donated.

Huge thanks to PSAC for their dedication and willingness to help those affected by the recent flood. Special thanks to the military personnel that ensured the safety of PSAC volunteers.  Our deepest gratitude to PSAC President and PP Liaison, LIZA DE JESUS, and to the following volunteers who distributed the relief goods despite the heavy rain:

EDITH KLIENFELDT
NAIDA & RONALD GALURA
RYAN MARAMO
FE MONTAOS
LETTY BOLANOS
KEYNET CLERIGO
SONIA SOQUILLO
CELSO FABREGAS
JOY FAMARIN
JOY VILLAPANDO
NATY BOSITA
LITA FIESTADA
LOLIT ARELLANO
EMERIN & FRANCIS IBAROLLA
REX DIMAGULANGAN
DELMA
OBET VIDAL  

To all the HEROES who were involved in this project, THANK YOU! Without your help, we would not have been able to successfully complete this project.  ♥

Click HERE to read about other Pusong Pinoy's Relief Operations.  

Friday, August 24, 2012

PUSONG PINOY RECEIVED THE 2012 GAWAD GENY LOPEZ JR. GLOBAL BAYANING PILIPINO AWARD FOR NORTH AMERICA (USA)

CONGRATULATIONS to all the HEROES of Pusong Pinoy who have supported our cause through donations; volunteer work or by providing encouraging words to keep us going. These include our partner organizations, groups and ministries who continue to provide assistance to disadvantaged kids in the Philippines. Our collective efforts have earned us the FIRST 2012 GAWAD GENY LOPEZ JR. GLOBAL BAYANING PILIPINO AWARD FOR THE UNITED STATES REGION.

Pusong Pinoy continues to exist because of your compassion and generosity towards our Kababayans. This award is a testimonial to the power of teamwork and an affirmation that the spirit of bayanihan holds no boundaries. Pagpapatunay na pag pinagsama-sama natin ang tulong, maliit man or malaki, ay marami tayong magagawa para sa mga batang nangangailangan sa Pilipinas. Mabuhay kayo! Mabuhay ang Pusong Pinoy! Watch the awarding ceremony on August 26 (Sunday) on ABS-CBN & The Filipino Channel at 10pm on Sunday’s Best!

Thank you to the ABS-CBN staff for this video!
Executive Producer- Vivian Zalvidea Araullo
Writer/ Producer- Pia Lopezbanos Carrion
Editor- Danny Manansala
Cameraman- Jeremiah Ysip

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On June 21, 2012, Pusong Pinoy received the prestigious 2012 Gawad Geny Lopez Jr. Global Bayaning Pilipino Award for North America. The award ceremony was held at ABS-CBN International in Redwood City, California. Representing Pusong Pinoy were DONNA BERNARDO ROSARIO, Founder/CEO; and Northern California Team Leaders ARNEL FRANCISCO and VANGIE CRUZ-REYES.

 
PP TEAM WITH REPRESENTATIVES OF ABS-CBN & UGAT FOUNDATION




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On July 21 2012, Pusong Pinoy was honored again at the Gawad Geny Lopez Jr. Bayaning Pilipino Award Ceremony held at the Dolphy Theater, ABS-CBN Broadcast Center in the Philippines.  Representing Pusong Pinoy were DONNA BERNARDO ROSARIO, Founder/CEO; SUSAN CHUA, CFO; BING MORDEO-PACCERELLI, COO; and NINGNING C. DOBLE, Philippines Charter Team Leader.



To all the Pusong Pinoy HEROES - this is your award! Thank you, ABS-CBN Corporation and Ugat Foundation, for recognizing the hardwork and dedication of Pusong Pinoy volunteers who have given their time, energy, and resources to help make a difference.  Maraming Salamat! ♥

Thursday, August 23, 2012

"DIVO & THE DIVAS"
A CONCERT BENEFITING PUSONG PINOY


SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HEROES, we would like to invite you to join us on September 2, 2012 at NOYPITZ in Glendale, California for an event to benefit Pusong Pinoy.

It stars DIVO, a talented musician, together with two amazing performers/comedians, POCA & REY KILAY, who will surely make the show worth your while. A portion of the proceeds will go to Pusong Pinoy to help us further our cause! HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE! THANKS IN ADVANCE HEROES!!! :)

For ticket information, please email pusongpinoyorg@gmail.com. 

Thursday, August 9, 2012

PP HERO SEAN JEDI'S BIRTHDAY AT PSAC

BY PP CTL ANGEL JAY MARTINEZ

"SUPERMAN IS WHAT I CAN DO, SEAN JEDI IS WHO I AM"

Just like his favorite comic hero, SEAN JEDI became Superman in real life. Celebrating his 7th birthday, the Parish Social Action Committee (PSAC) organized a birthday bash on July 28, 2012 in Batangas.

Attended by 340 kids, some accompanied by their parents and/or older siblings, they enjoyed a fun-filled and delicious afternoon with spaghetti, bread, hotdog on sticks, juices, and lots of games.  Each kid also received loot bag containing toothbrush, toothpaste, face towel, ballpens, noodles, toys and other goodies! We would like to thank you, SEAN, for celebrating your birthday the Pusong Pinoy way. Thank you, Superman!!!

PSAC's mission is to make a difference in the lives of the less fortunate in Batangas, Philippines; not only by helping them meet their needs, but also encourage a positive outlook on life. If you would like to celebrate your birthday the PP way, please email CTL Jay Martinez or TL Carol Vega at pusongpinoyorg@gmail.com.

Click HERE to see past Pusong Pinoy's birthday celebrations.

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

U.S.-PHILIPPINES EXPO 2012


Our friends from US-PHILIPPINES EXPO 2012 would like to invite our Pusong Pinoy Heroes in Southern California for a a weekend of FUN!  Come join the festivities this weekend, Aug 4 & 5, at the Fairplex, Bldg. 4 in Pomona, California. 

Thank you, Ruben Panopio, Cherry Ordonez, and Theresa Fernandez for providing a booth for Pusong Pinoy to help us spread the word about our cause!   Join us at the Expo and meet Pusong Pinoy volunteers and learn about Pusong Pinoy. 

This event is a trade show celebrating Filipino food, culture, talent and lifestyle.  Admission ticket is $9, which will also give you a chance in winning a BRAND NEW CAR, $10,000, PLASMA TV, IPAD AND OTHER FABULOUS PRIZES!  This is in addition to an amazing line up of fun activities and performances including a Hip-Hop dance competition, Miss US-Philippines Expo 2012 beauty pageant, 3 mile walk, and so much more!

If you would like to purchase a ticket, please email us at  pusongpinoyorg@gmail.com.  This is surely a fun event for a good cause!  Let's go, HEROES!