In a time when stronger and more frequent storms have become part of everyday life in the Philippines, stories of generosity continue to stand out—especially when they come from ordinary families choosing to help others.
One such story comes from the Monsanto family, recent winners of PLDT Home’s One Mega Giveaway (OMG) promo. Instead of keeping their ₱100,000 cash prize, Marlowe Monsanto and his family decided to donate the entire amount to PLDT-Smart Foundation, directing the funds toward relief efforts for families affected by Typhoon Uwan and upcoming holiday assistance programs for displaced communities.
Turning a Win Into Help for Others
The decision came naturally for the Monsantos. After learning about the ongoing recovery efforts for typhoon-hit areas, the family felt their winnings could serve a greater purpose.
“When we learned about the ongoing Uwan recovery efforts, we knew we wanted our winnings to serve a greater purpose,” Marlowe shared. “Through this, we hope to contribute to rebuilding communities. That is enough for us.”
What began as a simple switch to a new home internet subscription—and a surprise win through PLDT Home’s promo—quickly turned into an opportunity to give back.
Supporting Recovery, One Family at a Time
The donated funds will go toward relief packs and logistical support for communities hardest hit by the typhoon. According to PSF President Esther O. Santos, contributions like these help ensure that aid reaches families who need it most, especially as recovery continues beyond the initial aftermath of a disaster.
She thanked the Monsanto family for their generosity, noting that the donation reflects a shared responsibility to care for communities during difficult times and to help bring a sense of stability back to families rebuilding their lives.
Bayanihan in the Holiday Season
As the country moves into the holiday season, PLDT-Smart Foundation’s relief efforts are shifting toward sustained recovery and morale-building activities. Programs like One Mega Giveaway have become more than customer rewards—they’ve also created meaningful ways for subscribers and organizations to work together for social good.
Through initiatives like OMG, PLDT Home highlights how everyday moments—like winning a promo—can turn into opportunities to make a real difference. Each story is a reminder that behind every connection is the potential to help, uplift, and strengthen the Filipino spirit of bayanihan.
In choosing to share their prize, the Monsanto family showed that sometimes the biggest wins aren’t about what you receive—but what you’re able to give.
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