The American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, in partnership with the United States Embassy, concluded the second AmCham Corporate Social Impact Awards on November 19 at the Makati Diamond Residences. The event honored outstanding CSR initiatives by member companies that drive sustainable, inclusive, and community-focused development across the country.
This year’s cycle highlighted non U.S. headquartered companies making significant contributions in education, environment, livelihood, healthcare, disaster response, and community engagement.
United States Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson praised the awardees for championing purpose driven leadership and advancing shared prosperity between Filipinos, Americans, and partner communities.
AmCham Philippines President Sara Murphy also thanked members for their continued engagement and commitment to responsible business practices. Department of Trade and Industry Undersecretary Ceferino Rodolfo reinforced government support for private sector programs that empower communities and strengthen industries.
Senior AmCham leaders, including Executive Director Ebb Hinchliffe, joined partners and finalists in recognizing this year’s top initiatives.
The highest honor, the Impact Excellence Award, went to Pilmico Foods Corporation for Project Silk, an inclusive program supporting yellow corn farmers and promoting resilient agricultural communities. Project Silk was selected from all Gold Awardees across the first two cycles for its measurable impact, strong community participation, and potential for replication.
Category Winners
Education and Future Workforce
Gold: Nezda Technologies Inc. – Nezda FEES
Silver: Frontier Tower Associates Philippines Inc. – Frontier Towers Scholarship Program
Bronze: Quezon Power Philippines and San Buenaventura Power – Technical Vocational Scholarship Program
MSME: Hamlin Iturralde Corporation (TeamAsia) – My Dream in a Shoebox
Environmental Sustainability and Resource Efficiency
Gold: Aboitiz Power Corporation Therma Visayas – Carbon Sink Management Program
Silver: Converge ICT Solutions – Countdown to Zero Waste
Silver: Reckitt – Mortein Anti Dengue Campaign with Makati LGU
Bronze: Quezon Power and SBPL – Mangrove Reforestation Program
MSME: Raslag Corporation – Agricultural Photovoltaics Project 2025
Economic Empowerment and Livelihood Development
Gold: Pilmico Foods Corporation – Project Silk
Silver: PMFTC – Project KainBigan
Bronze: Aboitiz Power Corporation – Skills Training Program
MSME: Science Park of the Philippines – Kaagapay sa Hanapbuhay
Healthcare Equity and Support
Gold: BDO Unibank – Rural Health Unit Rehabilitation
Silver: Reckitt – ComeTogether Youth Education Campaign
Bronze: AstraZeneca Philippines – Young Health Programme
Disaster Response and Emergency Relief
Gold: GMA Network – Operation Bayanihan
Silver: BDO Unibank – Relief and Disaster Response
Bronze: Reckitt – Lysol Disinfect to Protect Mission
MSME: Clark International Airport Corporation – Relief Aid Mission Bangon Batangas
Community Impact and Civic Engagement
Gold: Thomson Reuters – Duyan Foundation Outreach
Silver: Pilmico Foods Corporation – Adopt A City Program
Bronze: Vena Energy – Water Sanitation and Hygiene Program
SME: Gerodias Suchianco Estrella Law Firm – Kaanib sa Misyon
Finalists were evaluated by an independent panel composed of Ma. Corazon Halili Dichosa of the Board of Investments, Paul Taylor of the United States Embassy, and Ruy Moreno of the Philippine Quality Awards Foundation. Entries were assessed based on impact, sustainability, innovation, scalability, community engagement, alignment, and communication effectiveness. AmCham Philippines had no involvement in the judging process.
The AmCham Corporate Social Impact Awards will continue as an annual program encouraging organizations to pursue impactful and scalable initiatives that strengthen communities and support national development.