Jay Bosi, an engineer from Globe, inspects classrooms at the Pedro “Oloy” N. Roa Sr. Elementary School in Cagayan de Oro City.
Armed with tools, skills, and a deep sense of purpose, Ayala Group employees are bringing more than just paint and brooms to public schools—they’re delivering expertise that transforms campuses into safer, smarter spaces for students.
This year’s Brigadang Ayala Balik Eskwela program has redefined what it means to volunteer. Instead of limiting efforts to the usual cleaning and minor repairs, Ayala’s initiative infused high-level professional talent into 46 schools across the country, aligning with the Department of Education’s nationwide Balik Eskwela drive.
More than 860 employee volunteers—engineers, electricians, IT professionals, nurses, nutritionists, landscape artists, and civil works teams—joined the effort, putting their specialized knowledge to good use where it’s needed most.
Jay Bosi, a Globe Telecom engineer, spent his volunteer day inspecting classrooms at Pedro “Oloy” N. Roa Sr. Elementary School in Cagayan de Oro. He identified potential electrical hazards and proposed actionable solutions—efforts that could ultimately protect hundreds of children.
“This isn’t the kind of work that drains you—it fills you up,” Bosi shared. “It’s fulfilling to know your everyday skills can help make schools safer for young learners.”
In total, Brigadang Ayala mobilized 2,413 volunteers to 116 schools, clocking in over 13,000 volunteer hours. But more than the numbers, the initiative is a showcase of how corporate social responsibility can evolve: from one-off acts of service to deep, sustained partnerships with communities.
Tony Lambino, president of Ayala Foundation, emphasized the impact of this approach. “Skills-based volunteering elevates the way we engage with communities. It allows us to do more and do better, together.”
Run by the Ayala Foundation, Brigadang Ayala operates year-round, offering high-impact volunteering opportunities not only in schools but also in disaster response and other community development efforts. In 2024 alone, Ayala volunteers logged a staggering 412,926 hours—more than double the 190,000-hour commitment made in celebration of Ayala’s 190th anniversary.
From classrooms to communities, Brigadang Ayala is proving that real change doesn’t always come from grand gestures—sometimes, it starts with showing up, rolling up your sleeves, and sharing what you know.
To learn more about the program, visit the Ayala Foundation website.
