Operation Damayan, The Freeman Foundation launch relief mission

A total of 1,200 families—600 in Barangay Maharuhay (Medellin) and 600 in Barangay Poblacion (Daanbantayan)--each received relief packs containing rice, canned goods, noodles, coffee, biscuits, blankets, towels, and six liters of water.

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Dog food and snack bundles for children were also distributed, as kids patiently lined up for their share.

Operation Damayan, the humanitarian arm of The Philippine Star, has been carrying out relief missions for three decades, reaching communities affected by typhoons, disasters, and other crises.

Philippine Star Media Group president and CEO Miguel Belmonte reaffirmed their longstanding commitment to serve disaster-stricken Filipinos beyond immediate relief.

Belmonte noted that, aside from disaster response, the mission has expanded to building classrooms, helping the sick, and supporting various humanitarian efforts.

"Basta kung saan tayo pwede makatulong, that's how Operation Damayan is involved there," he said.

He also emphasized that The Freeman Foundation carries the same spirit, as it continues to assist sick children and other forms of humanitarian aid throughout the year.

Belmonte also expressed gratitude to major benefactors, including the Angelo King Foundation and the Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce, for trusting their hands-on approach.