Mekeni's Annual Malasakit Initiative Lights Up Pampanga
Driven by its core value of genuine concern, or malasakit, Mekeni Food Corporation recently conducted its yearly gift-giving program, reaching out to vulnerable communities across Pampanga. The event, held on October 24, 2025, saw a team of dedicated employee volunteers bring essential supplies and warmth to several care institutions.
Spreading Kindness Across Four Institutions
The company's volunteers personally visited four key locations to deliver their donations. The beneficiaries included Munting Tahanan ng Nazareth located in Mabalacat City. In San Fernando, the team extended their support to both Bahay Pag-ibig and the Children’s Home of Eucharistic Love and Kindness. The donations comprised vital goods such as assorted food products and toiletries, providing tangible support to the children, elderly, and persons with disabilities residing in these centers.
Leadership and Employee Spirit of Giving
Prudencio S. Garcia, President of Mekeni, highlighted the deeper significance of the program. He stated that it serves as a powerful reminder that compassion becomes most impactful when it is woven into a company's identity. He emphasized that the annual effort is not merely about distributing goods, but about listening, building connections, and demonstrating unwavering community support.
This tradition is powered by the collective heart of Mekeni's workforce. Marilou Uy, the Assistant Vice President for HR and Exports, credited the employees, whose financial contributions and volunteerism are the lifeblood of the initiative. Apple Garcia, HR Head, reflected on the profound effect of their actions, noting that the simple act of giving brings immeasurable hope and joy to the recipients.
For more than thirty years, Mekeni has consistently worked to uplift lives and cultivate a culture of compassion. Through programs like this gift-giving drive, the company continues to demonstrate that its ultimate measure of success is the positive change it fosters within the community.
