2006 News Items

General Assembly and  Network of Outstanding Teachers & Educators (NOTED) Tri-Level Conference of Teachers & Educators (Century Park Hotel 26-27 October 2006) - October 10, 2006

Celebrating the Country’s Outstanding Teachers - September 11, 2006

The Metrobank Foundation recognizes the significant role of education in nation building. In honor of the dedicated men and women who have helped shape the future of our nation, the Metrobank Foundation launched the Search for Outstanding Teachers...[read more]

Metrobank’s Outstanding Teachers Share Best Teaching Practices with First Conference - September 11, 2006

In keeping with their mission of nurturing a culture of excellence and service among other educators, more than 200 educators – all awardees of Metrobank Foundation’s Search for Outstanding Teachers, have bonded together through The Network for Outstanding Teachers and Educators (NOTED)...[read more]

Young Talented Artists Named Best - September 11, 2006

Metrobank Foundation president Chito M. Sobreña announced that four young talented painters, two sculptors, two interior designers and an architect bested close to a total of 400 contestants from around the country who joined in this year’s Merobank Art and Design Excellence (MADE)...[read more]

Art Exhibit and Free Lecture Series - September 11, 2006

The Metrobank Art & Design Excellence competition has recently concluded its hunt for the best art works in painting, sculpture, architecture and interior design...[read more]

Metrobank Foundation Heeds Call of Help - September 11, 2006

Metrobank Foundation, the social responsibility arm of the Metropolitan Bank and Trust Co and its subsidiaries, announced today that its chairman, Dr. George SK Ty ordered a release of P1 million pesos in donation as support of the recent MT Solar 1 oil spill which adversely affected Guimaras and Iloilo City...[read more]

Metrobank Foundation ups rewards for search awardees - August 1, 2006

To bolster this cause for excellence, the Foundation is increasing the individual cash rewards for major Foundation projects starting July 2006. A total of over P8 million will be awarded to the winners of these programs...[read more]

Breezing Through Math: The Metrobank Math Challenge Empowers the Youth - July 16, 2006

With microchips that could churn out answers to complex equations in a split second, even hand-held calculators can make adding such a breeze. Mathematics has somewhat been reduced to a push button...[read more]

Called to be the Best: The 2006 Country's Outstanding Policemen in Service - July 16, 2006

Ten among the thousands of policemen and women stood out to be named as the Country's Outstanding Policemen in Service...[read more]

Building Homes of Hope: Partnerships that Shape the Future - July 4, 2006

More than just a housing program, Gawad Kalinga has gone beyond providing homes for the poor. Together with the Metrobank Foundation and its partner institutions, a community is rebuilt to give the people in Macabebe Pampanga, a better chance at life...[read more]

Looking at the Glass Half-Filled: Words of Wisdom from the New Foundation President  - June 25, 2006

Meet a man whose energy and enthusiasm rouses the spirits of the people he works with...[read more]

Metrobank Foundation Marshals International Understanding Program - June 24, 2006

The Metrobank Foundation, together with the Center for International NGO Studies (CINGOS), an institution based in Taiwan established to assist Taiwan’s local NGOs in getting involved with international affairs and global civil society, recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement undertaking a joint initiative for the conduct of the study-visit to Taiwan...[read more]

AFP Officers’ Ladies Club Receives Livelihood Assistance - June 24, 2006

In an effort to continuously support the Armed Forces of the Philippines, other than the Search for The Outstanding Philippine Soldiers (TOPS), Metrobank Foundation recently awarded through the Armed Forces of the Philippines Officers’ Ladies Club-Philippine Army Chapter (PAOLC) 6 motorized sewing machines...[read more]

Metrobank Foundation: 27 Years Of Responsible Corporate Citizenship - June 24, 2006

The Metrobank Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Metrobank Group, recently celebrated its 27th anniversary at the Metrobank Foundation – Gawad Kalinga Village in Macabebe, Pampanga...[read more]

Study Visit to Taiwan: International Understanding Through Exchange of Ideas - June 23, 2006

In a joint venture to foster more international understanding through education, the Metrobank Foundation and the Center for International NGO Studies (CINGOS) signed a memorandum of agreement to conduct study visits in various educational institutions in Taiwan...[read more]

A Salute to Excellence: The Outstanding Philippine Soldiers Speak Out - June 23, 2006

Metrobank Foundation chooses to honor these men who risk their lives and sacrifice family time. Hear what some of them have to say...[read more]

Tales from the Artside: A Foundation’s Contribution to Cultural Heritage - June 23, 2006

Shaping the future of the nation might be a prettier sight to see if the medium was through oil and canvass, or stone and clay. Whatever the materials are, it’s undeniable that art is part of the artistic soul of the Filipino people...[read more]

Learning Life Lessons: Metrobank Foundation Provides Summer Internship Program to Scholars - June 22, 2006

So many factors come into play to ensure the future and survival of today’s youth in the real world; education is one of them. But true learning goes beyond the mere classroom discussions and lectures...[read more]

Metrobank Art and Design Excellence Collaterals Win Anvil Award - March 15, 2006

Program collaterals of the Metrobank Art and Design Excellence (MADE) competitions won an Anvil Award of Excellence from the Public Relations Society of the Philippines...[read more]

Metrobank Group heeds PGMA’s call, donates P5M - February 28, 2006

METROPOLITAN Bank and Trust Company (Metrobank), the largest bank in the country, today heeded the call of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo for the private sector to help in the Administration’s massive efforts to meet the humanitarian needs of the victims of the Leyte mudslide...[read more]

A Big Leap in Corporate Art Sponsorship - February 20, 2006

The Metrobank Foundation in partnership with the Philippine Institute of Interior Designers, United Architects of the Philippines, Federal Land and BluPrint, is inviting all young Filipino painters and sculptors 18 to 35 years old and registered architects and interior designers 25 to 45 years old, to join the Metrobank Art & Design Excellence National Competition or MADE...[read more]

PGMA Cites Gains Against Terrorism, Honors Outstanding Men of the AFP - January 31,2006

President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo once again cited inroads made by the Armed Forces of the Philippines in the fight against terrorism, highlighting the important role played by the country in helping safeguard the region against terrorist attacks...[read more]

Metrobank Art & Design Competition Call For Entries - January 20, 2006

The 2006 Metrobank Art & Design Excellence National Competition or MADE is now calling for entries. The Competition is open to young Filipino painters and sculptors 18 to 35 years old and licensed architects and interior designers 25 to 45 years old...[read more]

Outstanding Soldiers Of Metrobank Foundation Bared - January 20, 2006

The names of the ten winners of the 2005 Search for The Outstanding Philippine Soldiers sponsored by the Metrobank Foundation in partnership with the Rotary Club of Makati Metro were released...[read more]

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