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‘Handog ng Pangulo’ boosts Pampanga livelihood
The "Handog ng Pangulo" program in Pampanga, held to celebrate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s 68th birthday, provided various forms of aid to thousands of residents over the weekend.
The event at the Bren Z. Guiao Convention Center focused on empowering individuals and small businesses through direct assistance and opportunities.
Seventy senior citizens received P10,000 each from the National Commission of Senior Citizens, while 30 beneficiaries of the Sustainable Livelihood Program received P15,000 from the Department of Social Welfare and Development.
The Alagang Nanay Preventive Healthcare Program offered free medical assessments, and the LAB For All Mobile Clinic provided X-Ray and ECG services.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources distributed 5,000 tree seedlings to local governments to promote environmental sustainability.
Additionally, the Department of Trade and Industry and the Small Business Corporation disbursed P6.4 million in loans and P15,000 in livelihood kits.
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