CITY OF SAN JOSE DEL MONTE, Bulacan – SM Supermalls and Banco De Oro (BDO) will play Santa Claus to Overseas Filipino Workers and their families in this fast rising city of Bulacan through their “Pamaskong Handog Para sa Global Pinoy” on December 9 at the SM City SJDM Mall here.
“Most of us Filipinos know someone who is an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW). And in the City of San Jose del Monte, there is a high incidence of OFW households at 62%. These OFWs have not helped not only their families and the city, but also the country by contributing to its economic growth through their remittances.Our beloved Overseas Filipino Workers absolutely deserve more. That is why this year, BDO and SM Supermalls are bringing the “Pamaskong Handog Para Sa Global Pinoy” here in the so called the Rising City of San Jose del Monte.” SM City SJDM Public Relations Officer Mary Joy Ballego said.
She said that BDO together with SM City San Jose del Monte invites the current and previous OFWs and the beneficiaries of OFWs to be a Global Pinoy member, and take advantage of their special promos this coming December 9, and enjoy the yearly Christmas treat “Pamaskong Handog.”
The SM Global Pinoy is an exclusive service for Overseas Filipino Workers. The program was created as a fitting tribute to OFWs by giving them exclusivity to stay connected with their families and spend quality time in SM malls. SM Global Pinoy also conduct free educational seminars and activities that are relevant to its OFW members. Members are also entitled to exclusive perks & privileges from SM’s partner establishments nationwide.
On the other hand, Ballego also disclosed that BDO has always been in the forefront in serving the OFWs and their families through BDO Kabayan Savings Account and various activities that cater to their needs. BDO Kabayan Savings Account is the heart of BDO’s service to Filipinos overseas and their families in the Philippines. Through this service, customers receive remittances through their accounts in a fast, safe and convenient manner and at the same time, are entitled to long-term benefits that aim to protect their future.
“Enjoy SM City San Jose del Monte’s discounts and Christmas festivities exclusive for Global Pinoy families such as a meet and greet with ‘The Good Son’ stars, Mcoy De Leon and Elisse Joson, and OFW Sale at The SM Store. Global Pinoy families could also get special freebies such as Gift Certificates and Passes from SM Storyland, SM Sky Ranch, Dickies, and Max’s Restaurant plus a chance to win prizes from BDO, Grand Videoke, Starmobile, The Body Shop, Toy Kingdom and a movie treat from SM Cinemas” Ballego added. –EMIL G. GAMOS