Lipa City, Batangas – May 28, 2025 — In observance of World Hunger Day, Holiday Inn & Suites Batangas Limapark carried out its “Meals for Smiles” initiative, offering warm and nutritious meals to elderly residents of Tahanan ng Mahal na Ina ng Guadalupe in Barangay Maraouy, Lipa City.
The outreach program, held on May 28, aimed to address food insecurity while fostering a spirit of compassion and connection with the community’s senior citizens. Volunteers from the hotel, along with partner organizations The Sphere Serviced Residences and Bato Balani Foundation Inc., participated in the activity.
The event featured not only the distribution of meals but also emotional moments of engagement as the elderly residents shared their talents and stories. Volunteers were treated to musical performances and heartfelt conversations, highlighting the wisdom and resilience of the elderly.
In addition to the meals, the hotel and its partners extended in-kind donations to support the home’s daily operational needs. Organizers emphasized that the event was not only about providing food but also about creating a lasting human connection.
World Hunger Day, observed annually on May 28, raises awareness about the global hunger crisis and encourages sustainable solutions to end hunger and poverty.