SM Foundation helps micro and small entrepreneurs with skills training and livelihood programs

They say it’s always best to teach a man to fish rather than give him fish. This way, he’d be able to learn how to fend for himself. SM Foundation Inc. (SMFI) realizes its importance in order to help man to sustain a living. So aside from providing assistance and educational scholarships they also give training and opportunities on livelihood programs. SM Foundation puts a priority on initiatives that will assist and empower the millions of underprivileged Filipinos and micro and small entrepreneurs to level up and beat poverty.  SM Foundation commits to continue its advocacy movement to support the underprivileged but deserving Filipinos and helping communities to build a country of enterprising Pinoys and inclusive prosperity. 

Blogger Marian Torres, Ms. Cristina Angeles, SMFI Assistant Vice Prsident and my good friend and Business Mirror supplements editor Ms. Leony Garcia

SM Foundation has had programs to support micro and small enterprises to help alleviate poverty. SM Foundation allocates a budget to provide trainings and assist the people in certain communities. Recently, they were able to cover and help four barangays in Nasugbu Batangas namely Calayo, Bulihan, Looc and Papaya. 

Get to know Darren Espanto up close and personal + Win Darren Espanto’s Signed Album “Be With Me” by Purple Plum Fairy

Darren Espanto

When I had a stint as an entertainment editor at a local showbiz online portal last year, that’s the only time I got to know Darren Espanto. Prior to that, I had to admit I knew nothing about the young lad, simply because I don’t watch TV that much as I didn’t had the time. I got to know him after I was invited to his press conference prior to his birthday concert held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. That’s how I’ve come to know that he’s a product of The Voice Kids Philippines. At first, I couldn’t understand all the adulation for Darren, to be completely honest about it. I mean, sure he’s cute. But there were many other equally talented young guys and even better looking than him. So why the hell was he getting as much attention just like most K-Pop singers do? 

Darren Espanto gamely answered the questions from the media

SM Foundation Scholars Graduate with high hopes for a brighter future

There's nothing quite like putting one's unique stamp on a graduation ceremony — whether that means you have graduated with highest distinctions or you’ve made your entire family or clan proud because you’ve given them something to be proud and happy about.

Recently, several SM Foundation Scholars celebrated their achievements via a special graduation ceremony held at the SMX Convention Center in SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City. The SM Foundation scholars were all eager to share their stories of hurdles and triumphs that somehow shaped their characters on their individual educational journeys. Purple Plum Fairy was fortunate enough to be able to interview some of them.

Sm Foundation Scholars Marvic Denosta and Diana Cuibillas 

Goldilocks Celebrates 50th Anniversary with a Birthday Caravan at Enchanted Kingdom

As a brand that most Filipinos have trusted for 59 years and counting, Goldilocks celebrates their 50 Golden Years of being the country’s number one bakeshop. Goldilocks started in May 15, 1966. Since then, it's been a huge part of every Filipinos home and has been a family tradition which has passed on for generations of customers. 

Aqua Mineral's Salt Room Launch

With the massive amount of beauty products available, finding your HG or holy grail, can be daunting,  doubly so if you happen to have really sensitive skin like mine.  How do you navigate through all the listed ingredients to find out which ones won’t make your skin itch or worse, gives you big bumpy break outs?

Thankfully, there’s an all-natural Aqua Minerals brand that have dedicated themselves to developing products made for those with sensitive skin. If your skin is very choosy, I suggest you start with these. Although the products are a bit on the upscale, it’s worth every cent. While most products are safe since they come from natural and organic stuff, still it’s best to consult your dermatologist to pinpoint what you are allergic to. I swear by Aqua Minerals because I’ve been using these for two years. 

 I love Aqua Minerals’ Salt Body Scrub! They make my skin velvety smooth! I’ve been having problems with my rough and dry hands, but upon using their Springtime Body Butter which I like layering with their body scrub of the same scent, my hands are as soft and smooth as that of a newborn, no kidding!