MANILA — The Governance Commission for Government-Owned or -Controlled Corporations (GCG) attends the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO)’s 90th anniversary at the Manila Hotel in Manila, October 30, 2024, marking nine decades of service to the most vulnerable Filipino communities.
GCG Chairperson Atty. Marius P. Corpus accepted a plaque of appreciation from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., PCSO Chairman Felix P. Reyes, and PCSO General Manager Melquiades A. Robles on stage, along with partners from other agencies. Also present at the event were GCG Commissioner Atty. Geraldine Marie Berberabe-Martinez and other GCG representatives.
In a speech, President Marcos recounted the many highlights of PCSO’s journey, ending on a grateful note, “Thank you for your dedication and for the countless hours that you have put into making this institution a pillar of hope. May you continue to serve with the same spirit of compassion and courage that has defined the PCSO for many generations.”
Since its establishment on October 30, 1934, the PCSO has served millions of Filipinos by raising funds through sweepstakes, races, and lottery games, which fund its medical assistance program and various health initiatives. In 2022, GCG recognized PCSO for its exemplary performance, awarding it the “Most Improved GOCC” after finishing the year with an impressive performance scorecard rating of 92.03%.
The GCG and PCSO partnership continues to pursue the same goal of remaining committed to good governance in service of the Filipino people.
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