BDO Life Assurance Company, Inc. has launched a program that turns life insurance purchases into a source of clean, safe, and affordable solar-powered lighting for underserved communities in the Philippines. Through a partnership with One Million Lights Philippines, a non-profit organization, each qualified purchase of a BDO Life Plan policy triggers a donation that brings solar lights to families in need.
Lighting Up Lives with Solar Energy
One Million Lights Philippines has already reached 33 out of 81 provinces, replacing toxic kerosene lamps with solar-powered lights. According to the organization, it only takes about P1,500 to light up a home with clean, safe, and affordable solar lighting. Every peso donated goes directly to lighting projects across the country, helping beneficiaries save money, become more productive, and lead healthier lives.
In the coming months, the One Million Lights Team will organize projects in Sulu, Palawan, Cagayan De Oro, Kalinga, Rizal, and other areas. BDO's chosen beneficiary is a community in Tanay, Rizal.
How to Participate
Customers can get a BDO Life Plan policy by visiting any BDO branch or the BDO Life website. With each qualified purchase, a donation is made to One Million Lights. Additionally, BDO Credit Card holders can donate their peso points to support classroom construction through HOPE, the Philippines' first certified B Corp.
Donating Peso Points to Build Classrooms
To donate, cardholders can visit BDO Deals, search for 'Peso Points', click Redeem Now, and choose Transfer to Hope (minimum P100 Peso Points equals P100 donation). An SMS confirmation will be sent, and the donation will be turned over to HOPE. Online donations are also possible via the BDO or HOPE websites.
HOPE has built 167 classrooms benefiting 53,121 students. Its mission is to use 100% of profits to improve public school infrastructure, increase livelihood opportunities, and conserve the environment.
BDO's Financial Performance
BDO Unibank reported a net income of P20.1 billion in the first quarter of 2026, 2% higher than the same period last year. This growth was supported by strong core business performance, with net interest income growing 11% and gross customer loans increasing 16% to P3.8 trillion. Total deposits expanded by 15%, and asset quality improved with the non-performing loan ratio declining to 1.68%.
The Bank's CET1 ratio stood at 13.3%, and shareholders' equity increased by 9%. BDO closed 2025 with a record P87.2 billion net income. With over 1,800 branches and 6,000 teller machines nationwide, BDO remains the country's largest bank by total resources, customer loans, deposits, and capital.
Through initiatives like the solar lighting program and classroom building, BDO demonstrates its commitment to going beyond banking to strengthen communities and uplift Filipinos.
