Bayanihan became stronger and more visible with the outpouring of donations and volunteers from the different sectors of the society to help those in need.
Various groups and individuals launched their own donation drives to collect humanitarian aid and bring them to the people who are currently affected by the volcanic eruption in Batangas.
“The Filipino spirit of Bayanihan is best displayed during these times, and we at GCash inspired by the outflowing of donations and financial aid to those affected by this calamity. We have since added a new in-app feature to make it more convenient for our users to support relief efforts,” GCash president Anthony Thomas said.
GCash, the Philippines’ leading mobile wallet, teamed up with several non-government organizations and foundations to enable users to contribute any amount to their chosen groups or even individuals via the GCash app.
GCash users simply have to open their apps, click on the “Pay Bills” tile, select “Others,” click on “Tulong Taal,” and input the amount they would like to contribute.
“We at GCash are one with the Filipino people in helping those in need in this time of great need. Through our platform, GCash users now have a more convenient means to aid those who are affected by the Taal Volcano eruption. We have long realized the power of our platform, and we will continue to transform it as a conduit of generosity for the greater good,” Thomas said.