The Belle Group recently reaffirmed its commitment to volunteerism and community service by actively participating in the Brigada Eskwela 2025, the Department of Education’s annual initiative to prepare public schools for the new academic year.
Undeterred by heavy rains, employee volunteers from Belle Corporation (Belle), Premium Leisure Corp., PremiumLeisure & Amusement, Inc., and Pacific Online Systems Corporation rolled up their sleeves for a two-day volunteer effort in Mabalacat City, Pampanga
On June 10, Belle President and CEO Armin Raquel Santos personally led volunteers at Dau Elementary School, where the team cleaned, repainted hallways, and improved facilities to create a more inspiring and welcoming environment for students.
“Supporting education is one of the most meaningful ways we can serve our communities. It’s a responsibility we embrace with heart,” said Mr. Raquel Santos, who also joined in painting the school’s walls.
School Principal Jayson Ryan De Leon thanked the Belle Group for its hands-on support and advocacy for accessible, quality education—values championed through its Belle Kaagapay social responsibility program.
Mr. Raquel Santos leads by example and paints a wall during day one of Brigada Eskwela activities at Dau Elementary School.
On June 11, a second team of volunteers brought the same spirit of bayanihan to Duquit Elementary School, where they donated materials, painted classrooms, and helped pave parts of the school grounds identified by School Head Lily Ann Lacanlale as a critical improvement area.
Prior to the activities, Belle Kaagapay coordinators worked closely with both schools to assess their most urgent needs for the upcoming school year.
The Belle Group continues its commitment to be a compassionate and responsible corporate citizen, one that believes in empowering future generations through shared action, meaningful partnerships, and a strong advocacy towards inclusive development.
Belle’s Brigada Eskwela volunteers
Belle and Pacific Online volunteers take part in day two of Brigada Eskwela activities in Duquit Elementary School in Mabalacat City, Pampanga.
Brigada Eskwela female volunteers mix cement and help pave the school grounds.
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