BPI expands financial literacy efforts in Bacolod City through community partnerships

BPIF conducted a financial literacy session at St. Joseph High School, benefiting 721 students. The session provided participants with essential financial management skills, including budgeting, saving, and investing, to help them take control of their personal finances. It also aimed to equip students with the knowledge and confidence to serve as resource speakers and lead future financial education initiatives in the school’s partner communities.

“The goal of this initiative goes beyond equipping students with financial knowledge and skills—it also aims to empower our volunteers to become passionate advocates for financial literacy, helping us extend our mission to more communities in Bacolod City,” said Carmina Marquez, BPIF Executive Director.

St. Joseph High School will be tapping eight communities for the implementation of the FinEd Unboxed program. This effort will play a central role in bringing financial education to more individuals and will help maximize the impact of BPIF’s financial literacy program.

“With the support of St. Joseph High School, we are not only inspiring students to develop healthier financial habits but also enabling them to drive positive change within their communities,” Marquez added.

With Bacolod City as the starting point, BPIF is also planning to reach more beneficiaries in the province of Negros Occidental in the coming months. This initiative reflects the Foundation’s commitment to its aspiration, “Kasama Lahat sa Pag-Unlad.”

BPIF remains committed to empowering more Filipinos to adopt responsible financial habits, recognizing their vital role in fostering sustainable community development and promoting financial inclusion.