RCML Projects in Action

Through service, we tackle global challenges locally.

PEACEBUILDING AND CONFLICT PREVENTION

RCML promotes peace by supporting youth leadership programs, community dialogues, and partnerships that foster mutual respect and understanding within Filipino communities.

Polio Plus Peace Efforts

Rotary Peace Projects Incubators

Rotary in Action Group for Peace

DISEASE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT

We work with local health institutions and barangays to provide medical missions, health screenings, and access to life-saving treatments for underserved populations.

Medical & Dental Mission (2015)

Provided free healthcare services to 500+ Taguig residents, including checkups, labs, and spiritual support through church partnerships.

Date: November 21, 2015

Partners: Great Lighthouse Foundation, CARE, Pharex Health Corp., Taguig LGU

Location: Brgy. Calzada, Taguig City

Other focuses: Promoting Peace

Medical & Dental Mission - Cainta (2016)

Provided free healthcare services to thousands in Cainta through medical checkups and dental care.

Date: February 6, 2016

Partners: Lighthouse Bible Baptist Church, CARE, DOLE Philippines

Location: Cainta, Rizal

Other focuses: Growing Local Economies

Project OHA: Operation Happiness (2016-17)

Monthly visits providing care and essentials to abandoned individuals at Missionaries of Charity.

Date: Monthly (2016-2017 Rotary Year)

Partners: Rotary Club of Freeport Zone (D3790), Missionaries of Charity

Location: Subic Bay Freeport Zone

Other focuses: Saving Mothers & Children

Face Shield Donation

(2020-21)

Donated 1,000 face shields to support safe school reopening during COVID-19, while planning future sanitation projects.

Date: November 12, 2020

Partners: La Huerta Elementary School, Rotaract Club

Location: Ninoy Aquino Ave, Paranaque City, 1708 Metro Manila

Other focuses:

Project S.U.N. - PPE Donation (2020-21)

Donated 100 PPEs, 100 mask boxes & 500 face shields to Ospital ng Makati OB-GYN frontline workers during COVID-19.

Date: October 28, 2020

Partners: Rotaract Club of Makati Legaspi, Private Corporations

Location: Ospital ng Makati

Other focuses: Growing Local Economies

Red Tagged Blood Donation (2021-22)

Organized a multi-club bloodletting event to address critical healthcare needs during the pandemic, giving recipients "a second chance to live."

Date: September 27, 2021

Partners: 10 Rotary Clubs (Makati Southwest, Makati Ayala Triangle, Alabang Centrepoint, etc.)

Location: RMFB NCRPO, Camp Bagong Diwa, Taguig City

Other focuses:

Treat & Train Medical Mission (2021-22)

Provided free prenatal/pediatric consultations and oral health education to underserved families in Quezon City through a multi-club healthcare initiative.

Date: November 28, 2021

Partners: 15+ Rotary Clubs (Makati San Miguel, Ayala Triangle, etc.) ZPH Medical Clinic & MUCOR

Location: 221 Upper Jasmin St., Quezon City

Other focuses: Saving Mothers & Children

Global Grant 2569039 | Smart Mental Health (2025)

Improving mental health access through tech innovation, sponsored by clubs from the Philippines, Mongolia, and Japan.

Date: May 12, 2025

Partners: D3450 Ihk Urgoo & Khuree, D2500 Obihiro North

Location: Ulanbataar, Mongolia

Other focuses:

WATER, SANITATION, AND HYGIENE

RCML supports clean water and hygiene initiatives, especially in rural and disaster-affected areas, helping schools and households gain access to safe, sustainable water sources.

Poso Mula Sa Puso | Cutting of 2 Deep Well Water Pumps

Donated neonatal equipment to reduce infant mortality, benefiting 500+ families annually.

Date: December 10, 2021

Partners: NGRPO MFB, Rotary Clubs of Makati Poblacion, Uptown, & Paranaque Poblacion

Location: Sitio Bakal, Barangay Bagong Silangan, Quezon City, Metro Manila

Other focuses: Community Development

MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH

We champion the well-being of mothers and children by providing nutrition, prenatal care, and vaccination drives through partnerships with local health centers.

Aeta Community Outreach Program (Happiness Project)

Rotary Club of Makati-Legazpi brought joy and essential support to the Aeta indigenous community through a day of fellowship and empowerment.

Date: November 28, 2015

Partners: GenCon (faith-based NGO), KFC Philippines.

Location: Sitio Target, Sapang Bato, Angeles, Pampanga, Philippines

Other focuses: 💧 Clean Water

Project C.A.R.E. Holiday Outreach

Conducted a birthday-themed charitable event providing gifts and essentials to community beneficiaries during the holiday season.

Date: February 26, 2016

Partners: RCC/Rotaract/Interact Clubs, Lighthouse Baptist Church, IVolunteer Philippines

Location: Tondo, Manila

Other focuses: Promoting Peace

Feeding Program - Brgy. La Paz

Provided nutritious meals to children in Makati, celebrating President Vangie Gassner’s leadership and combating malnutrition.

Date: July 16, 2016

Partners: Barangay La Paz LGU

Location: Brgy. La Paz, Makati City

Other focuses: Supporting Education

Happy B Project Support

(2016)

Supported Rotaract Club's annual youth initiative providing essentials to beneficiaries in Laoag City.

Date: July 8, 2016

Partners: Rotaract Club of Makati Legaspi

Location: Metro Gabu, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte

Other focuses: Supporting Education

NGES Wellness Program Launch

Launched 23rd year of trademark school health initiative during Nutrition Month, benefiting Nicanor Garcia ES students.

Date: July 27, 2016

Partners: Nicanor Garcia Elementary School

Location: Brgy. Olympia, Makati City

Other focuses: Supporting Education

NGES Christmas Gift Giving

Annual holiday gift distribution for NGES Wellness Program beneficiaries, combining joy with ongoing health support.

Date: December 7, 2016

Partners: Nicanor Garcia Elementary School

Location: Brgy. Olympia, Makati City

Other focuses: Supporting Education

NutriClown Project

Provided nutritious bananas to 1,000+ students during Nutrition Month, promoting healthy eating through fun activities.

Date: July 8, 2016

Partners: RC Alabang Centrepoint, Makati GEMS, E-Club Global City, Makati North East, Makati Central, & Muntinlupa

Location: St. Francis St. Maricaban Pasay

Other focuses: Supporting Education

I S.H.O.P. for Indigenous Communities

Provided hygiene kits, school supplies, and food to Katutubo families in Olongapo, fostering cultural exchange and sustainable support.

Date: September 16, 2016

Partners: Gordon Heights Community, BPSU-MEM, D3830 Rotaract, RC Freeport Zone, ASP, Eagle Express Group

Location: Sitio Tralala, Gordon Heights, Olongapo City

Other focuses: Providing Clean Water &

Protecting The Environment

BASIC EDUCATION AND LITERACY

Education is at the heart of what we do. RCML donates books, builds classrooms, and supports reading programs to help young Filipinos reach their full potential.

NGES Holiday Gift Giving

(2015)

Brought Christmas joy to students in Makati City

while reinforcing their wellness and education
through annual gift distributions.

Date: December 1, 2015

Partners: Nicanor Garcia Elementary School

Location: Brgy. Olympia, Makati City

Other focuses: 👩‍👧‍👦 Saving Mothers & Children

LOVErary: Love for the Library (2016)

Donated 4 sacks of books to support Makati’s free street library (LIBRE-RY), promoting literacy through Rotary’s family of clubs.

Date: February 6, 2016

Partners: RCC, Rotaract & Interact Clubs of Makati Legazpi

Location: Brgy. La Paz, Makati City

Other focuses: Growing Local Econmies

Serving Humanity Project

(2016)

Rotaract/Interact-led initiative addressing cyberbullying and holistic needs at Cupang Elementary School Annex.

Date: November 18, 2016

Partners: Rotaract/Interact Clubs, Sister Clubs, District 3830 Rotary Clubs

Location: Cupang ES Annex, Antipolo

Other focuses: Promoting Peace

COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

RCML empowers communities through livelihood training, small business support, and financial literacy programs that build resilience and self-reliance.

RY2122: Project S.A.L.T. (Skills and Livelihood)

Empowered mothers and young women with home-based sewing skills training for sustainable income generation.

Date: May 15, 2020

Partners: H.E.L.P Pilipinas, Vice Ariel Arcenal Argañosa, Robert Garcia Clotheshop, RC Makati Uptown, & ZONTA

Location: Majayjay Elementary School,
Zamora St, Majayjay, Laguna

Other focuses: Supporting Education &

Saving Mothers & Children

Livelihood & Scholarship Project

Empowered communities through water bonsai/farming trainings while supporting education via student scholarships and computer donations in Aklan and Benguet.

Date: December 7, 2021

Partners: Rotary Clubs of Makati Southwest, Imus, and other partner clubsSchools in Malay, Aklan & Mangkayan, Benguet

Location: Multiple sites (Aklan, Benguet, [urban training location])

Other focuses: Supporting Education

ENVIRONMENT

From coastal cleanups to tree-planting drives, RCML is committed to protecting our natural resources and promoting sustainability for future generations of Filipinos.

Mangrove Tree Planting

Partnered with OMAGIECA to plant mangroves in Bantayan Island, protecting coastal ecosystems and supporting community ecotourism.

Date: October 10, 2018

Partners: OMAGIECA (Obo-ob Mangrove Garden Conservation Association)

Location: Obo-ob, Bantayan Island, Cebu

Other focuses: Growing Local Economies

Diving Suits for Coral Conservation

Donated 2 professional diving suits to the Lobo Municipal Fisheries Team to support ongoing maintenance of artificial coral reefs, promoting marine biodiversity and sustainable fishing practices in Batangas.

Date: November 28, 2015

Partners: Lobo Municipal Team

Location: Lobo, Batangas, Philippines

Other focuses: Growing Local Economies

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