DigiPlus Foundation Delivers ₱1.5 Million in Post-Disaster Aid to Cebu Families Following Sinulog 2026
In the wake of the recently concluded Sinulog 2026 festival, DigiPlus Foundation—previously known as BingoPlus Foundation—has reaffirmed its dedication to uplifting Filipino families by distributing ₱1.5 million in crucial post-disaster assistance. This initiative ensures that the light of hope continues to shine brightly for every Cebuano affected by recent calamities.
Sidlak sa Komunidad: Bringing Hope to Cebu
While this year's official Sinulog theme celebrated "United Faith and Love," DigiPlus Foundation introduced an additional dimension of hope through its Sidlak sa Komunidad program. This initiative serves as a key component of the broader "Sidlak Sinulog" event, where BingoPlus acted as a co-presenter of the Philippines' most anticipated annual festival. Rooted in the Cebuano term sidlak, which signifies radiance, brilliance, and light, the Sidlak Sinulog honors the enduring resilience of the Cebuano spirit.
Through Sidlak sa Komunidad, DigiPlus Foundation channeled ₱1.5 million in vital recovery support to Cebu City. Focused on hope and resilience, this program provides significant aid to a total of 50 families and five students as they rebuild their lives following the challenges faced in 2025.
Personal Stories of Recovery and Gratitude
"Marami sa amin ang nawalan ng pag-asa. And the only organization na tumulong sa aming pamilya sa nagdaang bagyo ay ang DigiPlus Foundation. So, this is a healing for us to keep moving. A healing for us to keep going and we have no idea kung wala ang DigiPlus Foundation hindi kami makapag-start, we don't know where to ask help," shared 40-year-old beneficiary Peter Pineda, whose home was severely damaged when disasters struck Cebu City last year.
Pineda, a BPO employee, added, "To DigiPlus Foundation, maraming salamat from the bottom of our hearts. Because of you, we have reason to move forward. Maraming salamat!" His heartfelt testimony underscores the profound impact of the Foundation's support on families grappling with loss and uncertainty.
Comprehensive Support Through BayanihanPLUS Program
The Sidlak sa Komunidad initiatives were primarily executed via DigiPlus Foundation's BayanihanPLUS Program. In addition to financial assistance for families recovering from total property loss, the Foundation awarded scholarship grants to five deserving students enrolled in the DSWD's Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). Each scholar will receive ₱100,000 to sustain their education and empower them to pursue their dreams despite difficult circumstances.
"The families we touch represent the very reason why we do what we do," stated Ms. Angela Camins-Wieneke, Executive Director of DigiPlus Foundation. "Through initiatives like this, we aim to extend meaningful support where it is most needed and stand with communities as they recover and move forward."
Building on Earlier Disaster Response Efforts
This financial assistance builds upon DigiPlus Foundation's previous disaster response actions in Cebu, which totaled ₱8 million following a 6.9 magnitude earthquake, Typhoon Tino, and subsequent calamities affecting the province since October 2025. The Foundation mobilized relief operations, post-recovery support, and extended aid to heavily-affected families of employees at its BingoPlus retail branches.
These efforts, including additional post-disaster recovery support provided during the Sinulog festivities, have reached 12,636 families or an estimated 63,185 Filipinos, demonstrating a wide-reaching commitment to community welfare.
WishPLUS Program: Fostering Hope and Joy
DigiPlus Foundation's participation in Sinulog 2026 also highlighted its WishPLUS Program, a project dedicated to nurturing hope and joy. Stationed at Plaza Independencia, the Foundation set up a Wish Tree booth, allowing festival-goers to share their aspirations for themselves, their families, or their communities. From these heartfelt messages, selected wishes for livelihood recovery were granted, reinforcing the Foundation's belief in compassion, collective hope, and the power of small acts of kindness.
"Dahil po sa tulong na binigay ng Digiplus Foundation at BingoPlus kasama ko sila sa pag-ahon ng aking mga pangarap," shared Niño Algar, a WishPlus beneficiary who received a surprise livelihood package, illustrating how such support empowers individuals to overcome adversity.
A Long-Term Commitment to Community Support
The Sidlak sa Komunidad initiatives during the recently concluded Sinulog festival emphasize DigiPlus Foundation's long-term dedication to standing with communities not only during celebrations but also in times of crisis. Through the sustained backing of DigiPlus and BingoPlus, the Foundation continues to advance its mission across education, resilience, healthcare, and inclusive empowerment.
As DigiPlus Foundation progresses, its message remains clear: to multiply the good by serving, uplifting, and standing with Filipino communities, especially in moments when support and solidarity are most crucial.
