Press Release - Vivo Philippines, in the true spirit of a Filipino Christmas, decides to give back to the heroic deeds of the soldiers who fought in Marawi by spending the afternoon with them last December 17 at the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Hospital in V. Luna, Quezon City.

Vivo Philippines give honor to the Marawi soldiers at a special outreach affair at the AFP hospital. In the picture are Vivo Philippines employees with Hazel Bascon, Vivo Philippines Vice President and Head of Sales

The special outreach affair was attended to by Vivo employee-volunteers who interacted with the 150 soldiers and their families and entertained them with song and dance performances. The brand’s celebrity influencers were also in attendance to give joy and encouragement to the Marawi freedom fighters. KZ Tandingan, Darren Espanto, Jason Dy, and Kisses Delavin also shared their talent in one afternoon of gratitude-giving, to the delight of the soldiers and their families.

Vivo brand local endorsers, KZ Tandingan (right) and Jason Dy (left) helping to prepare the gift baskets for the troops

Vivo Family spreading Christmas cheer and making wishes come true

Kisses Delavin, Vivo brand local endorser smiles as she meets a Marawi soldier

Vivo brand local endorser KZ Tandingan listens to a Marawi soldier’s story

Soldiers starting off the program with a ceremonial singing of the Philippine national anthem.

Brand Director for Vivo Philippines Annie Lim, who was also present at the affair, shared her respect for these courageous soliders. “The soldiers who fought in Marawi are more than heroes--they are also fathers, sons, brothers, friends who placed their life on the line in the name of things that matter most to every Filipino: togetherness that goes beyond religion and love that knows no boundaries.” she said.

Vivo Philippine presenting a cheque worth Php 100,000 for the rehabilitation and recovery of the soldiers (L-R) Erin Valera (host), Jason Dy (Vivo Endorser), KZ Tandingan (Vivo Endorser), Darren Espanto (Vivo Endorser), Lt. Srgnt (AFP Medical Center rep.), Hazel Bascon (Vivo VP and Head of Sales) and Neri Choy (HR Director)

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