In one other step towards constructing higher communities, Megawide Corporate Foundation, Inc. (“MCFI” or “the Foundation”)—the company social responsibility arm of Megawide Construction Corporation (“Megawide”)—recently accomplished two sustainability projects, embodying its mission to construct sustainable, inclusive spaces.
A renewed home of hope and care for youngsters in need
On 16 October, the Foundation formally turned over the newly renovated Milagrosa Dormitory to White Cross Children’s Home in San Juan City, providing a secure and nurturing home for youngsters under the organization’s care.
The upgraded facility features a sleeping area, play zone, and luxury rooms, all thoughtfully designed to create an area of comfort and security. The project was carried out through EConstruction, MCFI’s sustainability initiative that integrates eco-friendly materials, upcycled resources, and efficient design practices into community infrastructure.
“This collaborative project is actually a labor of affection and light-weight,” shared MCFI Executive Director Atty. Mia Castro. “Love, since it represents the compassion and collaboration amongst Megawide’s teams, partners, sponsors, and volunteers. And lightweight, since it brings hope to the youngsters of White Cross showing that they’re seen, valued, and supported. That is how engineering a greater future begins:
with empathy and collective motion.”
White Cross President Mary Concepcion Young expressed that the dormitory represents a fresh start and a renewed sense of home for his or her children.
“We’re deeply grateful to Megawide Foundation for his or her generosity. This dormitory gives our youngsters an area built with care, compassion, and a commitment to their well-being,” said Young.
Bridging urban life and nature through a sustainable space
Last October 10, MCFI also unveiled one other EConstruction milestone—the Bird Hide Project—on the Las Piñas–Parañaque Wetland Park (LPPWP). The structure was designed as a sustainable viewing deck that supports birdwatching, biodiversity conservation, and environmental awareness. Built with recycled materials and efficient design principles, the project serves as an emblem of harmony between urban development and environmental stewardship.”
“The Bird Hide stands as proof that sustainability and social responsibility go hand in hand,” shared MCFI President Tata Saavedra. “Our work goes beyond construction; we’re constructing trust, hope, and opportunities for a First-World Philippines. These projects show how thoughtful design can uplift lives while protecting our natural and social environments.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)-Las Piñas-Parañaque Wetland Park Protected Area Superintendent Christopher Villarin also commended the initiative for its meaningful contribution to the environment.
“This indeed is a meaningful contribution to our efforts in conserving urban biodiversity. It provides a secure and academic space for visitors to understand nature while reinforcing the importance of protecting ecosystems. We’re thankful to Megawide Foundation for supporting our mission to balance development with environmental protection.”
Each projects were implemented in partnership with Megawide Construction, the Foundation’s key builder-partner that shares the identical vision of empowering communities and advancing a First-World Philippines. The White Cross Milagrosa Dormitory was led by Group Operations Head Rey Rodrin, while the Bird Hide Project was headed by Group Operations Head Jules Ronquillo, showing the corporate’s unified commitment to social responsibility and sustainable innovation. Megawide Foundation goals to constantly champion sustainable community constructing, demonstrating how innovation in construction can drive lasting positive impact for people, communities, and the planet.
ABOUT MEGAWIDE FOUNDATION
Megawide Corporate Foundation, Inc. is the company social responsibility arm of Megawide Construction Corporation, a number one Filipino conglomerate with several subsidiaries and strategic business units engaged in engineering, infrastructure and renewable energy. The Foundation was established in 2012 as a part of the corporate’s sustainability and social development initiatives. Of their pursuit to constructing First-World Communities together, the Foundation develops and implements impactful, sustainable, and progressive programs anchored on its three most important pillars: education, environment, and disaster assistance.
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