Purpose and Scope of the Campaign
- The fund campaign aims to support community welfare services provided by the Community Chest of Greater Manila.
- This campaign consolidates the fundraising efforts of multiple affiliated social welfare organizations.
Geographic Coverage
- The campaign covers residents, firms, and organizations in the cities of Manila, Quezon City, Pasay City, and in the municipalities of Navotas, Malabon, Caloocan, San Juan, Mandaluyong, Makati, and Parañaque.
Constituent Organizations Included
- The Community Chest campaign unites fundraising campaigns of the following organizations:
- Abiertas House of Friendship
- American Philippine Guardian Association
- Asilo de San Vicente de Paul
- Association de Damas Filipinas
- Boy Scouts of the Philippines
- Catholic Youth Organization
- Council of Welfare Agencies
- Free Legal Aid Clinic
- Girl Scouts of the Philippines
- Good Shepherd Convent
- La Proteccion de la Infancia
- National Federation of Women’s Clubs
- Patronatos
- Philippine Association of the Deaf
- Philippine Band of Mercy
- Philippine Mental Health Association
- Young Men’s Christian Association
- Young Women’s Christian Association
Authority and Call to Action
- The President authorizes all government officials and employees, including school authorities and teachers, to accept fundraising responsibilities for the Community Chest.
- Active support and leadership in their respective communities is encouraged to ensure successful fundraising.
Formalities
- The proclamation is signed and sealed by the President of the Philippines, underscoring its official and legal status.
- This formal act serves as a government endorsement for the Community Chest’s annual fundraising campaign in Greater Manila.