CARAMORAN, Philippines (Jul 2026) — Young students in typhoon-prone Catanduanes will no longer have to miss out on their education after a dedicated team from Home Credit Philippines joined hands with international groups to completely rehabilitate a heavily damaged public school.
Year after year, severe storms leave local children vulnerable to post-disaster health risks like dengue and leptospirosis. These hazards frequently delay their return to the classroom, compounding the trauma and absenteeism already felt by the community.
Bayanihan in action
To address this problem, a team of 16 Home Credit executives and staff members traveled on-site to help restore Salvacion Elementary School. Working alongside international disaster relief non-profit organizations All Hands Hearts and Happy Hearts Czech, the volunteers helped rebuild four classrooms and essential facilities.
The team took part in heavy construction tasks, including prepping roofs, installing walls, and repairing handwashing stations across the campus. Their efforts will directly benefit 128 Pinoy students and nine school personnel once the project officially finishes this July 2026.
More than just new walls
Realizing that disasters take a heavy mental toll, the team also conducted specialized mental health awareness sessions for the children.
Jana Pechouckova, Home Credit Senior Executive Vice President for the Philippines, explained that the company deeply cares for the well-being of young students, who represent the nation's future leaders. She noted that the volunteer initiative was an incredibly rewarding experience for the employees who united for community service.
School principal Lorie A. Banta expressed her gratitude to the partners and volunteers, noting that the new facilities provide students with a safe environment where learning can continue even during the storm season. Honey Araza, the program director for All Hands Hearts, also recognized the long-term impact that socially responsible organizations bring to vulnerable communities.
