The PTC-CSJ Foundation marked its 15th anniversary on May 21 at the Nexus Center in Makati with a celebration anchored on the theme, “15 Years of Sowing Hope.” The milestone event gathered the Foundation’s trustees, staff, partners, and beneficiaries in a meaningful program centered on gratitude and a shared commitment to basic education.
In his opening remarks, PTC Vice Chairman and CEO and PTC-CSJ Trustee Mr. Gerardo A. Borromeo emphasized the profound significance of gratitude in the Foundation’s multi-decade journey.
“A single word that perhaps best captures the meaning of this anniversary is gratitude. Because gratitude is more than simply saying ‘thank you.’ Gratitude is what we feel when we recognize that something precious has been entrusted to us and that we must do something meaningful with that trust.”
Representatives from early primary educational institutional stakeholders.
Sharing words of inspiration: DepEd Muntinlupa Assistant Schools Division Superintendent Ms. Violeta M. Gonzales addresses the partners and guests at the "15 Years of Sowing Hope" celebration.
As part of the milestone celebration, the Foundation honored its first five foundational partner schools in Muntinlupa, recognizing their continuous grassroot collaboration over the past 15 years. Certificates of Appreciation were formally presented to Bayanan Elementary School-Main, Lakeview Integrated School, Sucat Elementary School-Main, Muntinlupa Elementary School, and Alabang Elementary School.
Representatives from early primary educational institutional stakeholders.
Seeding the future: Ms. Christina Manzano and institutional partners with copies of the 'Binhing Pag-asa' (Seeds of Hope) book.
The Foundation also recognized seven critical institutional partners for their continued logistics and structural support. Plaques of appreciation were awarded to the Department of Education–Schools Division Offices of Muntinlupa and Quezon City, Lingkod Muntinlupa Foundation, Mapua Malayan Colleges Laguna, Read to Achieve Foundation Philippines, Inc., Synergeia Foundation, and WWF-Philippines.
Leading the vision: PTC-CSJ leadership and board of trustees celebrate 15 years of driving community transformation.
Honoring collaboration: Celebrating the vital NGO partners who turn the foundation's mission into reality on the ground.
Tokens of gratitude: Recognizing the invaluable support of local schools division offices and development stakeholders.
Representatives from partner organizations and beneficiaries shared emotional messages of appreciation during the program. The OIC Superintendent of DepEd-Muntinlupa remarked, “On behalf of every Muntinlupeño learner whose life you have touched, thank you. Thank you for making the mission of education a shared voyage. Thank you for the 15 years of tireless service, for the thousands of meals, the countless training hours, and the hope you have instilled.”
In her closing remarks, PTC-CSJ Foundation President Carla S. Limcaoco reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to continuing the legacy of Carlos Salinas Jr. by “moving hearts to action.” She expressed her deep gratitude to the Foundation’s mother company, PTC, as well as to fellow trustees, staff, and beneficiaries who inspire the organization to plant and sow seeds of hope for years to come.
Closing Highlights
A unified community committed to sowing hope.
PTC-CSJ President Carla S. Limcaoco stands with representatives from the Department of Education.
Celebrating 15 years of sowing hope and honoring the dedicated community driving the mission forward.