The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office 1 announced that the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) or National ID will now be accepted as the primary identification for social pension payouts of indigent senior citizens starting April 1. The new policy aims to make the distribution of financial assistance faster, safer, and more … Read more
The government has officially launched the YAKAP Beterano ng Bagong Pilipinas Program in Leyte to strengthen healthcare assistance and support services for Filipino veterans. The program was introduced by the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO) as part of its efforts to provide better access to medical services and government health benefits for former war and … Read more
The Department of Education (DepEd) clarified that the four-day workweek arrangement for some government offices will not apply to public schools. Education Secretary Sonny Angara confirmed that while DepEd offices may follow the new work arrangement, regular classes in public schools will continue as usual. “I don’t believe so, but the DepEd offices are covered,” … Read more
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) announced that women can get a free copy of their birth certificate or marriage certificate every Monday of March. The initiative was announced through the PSA’s official Facebook page as part of the celebration of National Women’s Month. According to the PSA Civil Registration Service, the free issuance of documents … Read more
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) is encouraging more overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to register as members to ensure they can receive government benefits and assistance in times of need. OWWA Administrator Patricia Yvonne M. Caunan shared that many OFWs and their families fail to receive burial and other benefits because they are not registered … Read more
The PCSO Educational Assistance Program is now accepting applications through the eGovPH mobile app and via email submission, following the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office’s partnership with the Bagong Pilipinas eGovPH Serbisyo Hub (BPeSH). PCSO is the government agency mandated to generate and provide funds for health programs, medical assistance, and welfare-related initiatives of national character. … Read more
The Bagong Pilipinas Merit Scholarship Program (BPMSP) is the flagship academic grant of the Marcos Administration, officially launched on January 23, 2026. Designed to produce “global-ready” Filipino professionals, the program targets the best and brightest students from low- to middle-income families to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder academic excellence. Quick Summary: What is … Read more
The SM College Scholarship Program has officially opened its online application starting February 1, 2026. Qualified senior high school graduates may now submit their applications through the official SM Scholarship online portal. Read also: SM Scholarship 2026: Requirements and Step-by-Step Guide How to Apply SM Scholarship via Online Portal To apply, applicants must access the … Read more
Applying for the SM Scholarship isn’t just about having high grades. I’ve seen students with 95% averages get rejected simply because they missed one small instruction or forgot to confirm their application on time. Since the 2026 window is about to open, I’ve put together this guide to help you avoid those mistakes and actually … Read more
Students who are planning to apply for the SM College Scholarship Program 2026 should first check the updated list of SM Partner Schools. Only colleges and universities accredited by the SM Foundation are allowed for enrollment of SM Scholars. This article provides the complete list of SM Partner Schools in NCR, Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. … Read more