PalawanPay proudly partnered with the Biyaya
Sustainable Living Festival as the official e-wallet and payment platform,
championing local communities and Filipino heritage. The three-day festival
showcased the country’s cultural richness through key pillars dubbed the Three Cs: the bold flavors of local
coffee, the legacy of Filipino culture, and the artistry of Filipino couture.
By supporting this event, PalawanPay contributed to uplifting local economies
and preserving the nation's cultural identity.
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Palawan Group of Companies is dedicated to empowering Filipinos in the agricultural and cultural sectors by providing accessible financial services and promoting financial inclusion.
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Recognizing the crucial role of financial
literacy in empowering agricultural communities, PalawanPay extended its
support beyond payments. The company organized financial literacy workshops
tailored for coffee, cacao, and coconut farmers and traditional weavers. These
initiatives included free insurance and educational sessions on the Palawan
Group of Companies (PGC) services, equipping local communities with essential
financial knowledge and practical skills for a more secure, sustainable future.
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| PalawanPay is used to transact and support the businesses of local farmers and weavers during the Biyaya Sustainable Living Festival. |
The partnership ensured that hardworking
farmers and weavers received their earnings swiftly, securely, and affordably
through PalawanPay. With the support of over 10,000 Palawan Pawnshop-Palawan
Express Pera Padala outlets and branches, the platform enabled seamless
transactions—whether via branch pick-up or in-app transfers—delivering on its
signature promise: “Pwede sa branch,
pwede sa app.” By offering a “mura, mabilis, at walang kuskos-balungos”
(affordable, fast, and hassle-free) experience, PalawanPay made it easier for
communities to access their well-earned income.
Throughout the festival, PalawanPay provided
both vendors and visitors with accessible, convenient, and secure transactions,
allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the festivities without financial
concerns. More than just a digital payment platform, PalawanPay upholds the
core Filipino values of community, heritage, and love for the country, making
it the ideal financial partner for an event that champions sustainability and cultural
preservation.
“PalawanPay has been with our farmers and
artisans from the very beginning, making it easier for them to receive their
hard-earned income securely and directly. As the partner of the Biyaya
Sustainable Living Festival, PalawanPay ensures that every purchase made truly
goes straight to the hands of those who nurture our heritage—our coffee
farmers, weavers, and artisans. It's more than just a payment system; it's a
tool that empowers communities and sustains livelihoods,” said Rich Watanabe,
Festival Director at Biyaya Sustainable Living.
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| Lilian Castro-Selda, Executive Vice President and CFO of PGC, shared the inspiring journey of the Palawan Group of Companies, from its humble beginnings as a single-branch pawnshop to its growth into one of the most trusted financial institutions, now dedicated to giving back to the community. |
"One of our core missions is uplifting
communities through meaningful corporate social responsibility—focusing on
education, sports development, and environmental protection. We remain
steadfast in promoting financial inclusion for farmers, artisans, and small
businesses, ensuring they have the support they need to thrive in an evolving
economy,” shared Lilian Castro-Selda, Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer of PGC.
As an app that is "gawang Pinoy, para sa Pinoy" (made by Filipinos, for Filipinos),
PalawanPay stands as a proud advocate for local industries and Filipino
traditions. Equipping farmers and weavers with essential financial tools and
knowledge fosters sustainable livelihoods and strengthens the cultural roots
that keep the Filipino spirit alive.
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