Glaiza De Castro is Ambassadress of Goodwill of PCCAI

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Award-winning actress and singer Glaiza De Castro is now the very first Ambassadress of Goodwill of the Philippine Chinese Charitable Association Inc., (PCCAI).

At a press conference held on July 19, 2017 at the Universal Studios office located at Universal Tower along Quezon Avenue in Quezon city, members of the media were presented with the contract signing between Glaiza and the officials of PCCAI led by the President Dr. James Dy together with Chairman - Dr. Benito Goyokpin, Vice Chairman - Mr. Antonio Tan, Vice Chairman - Mr. Cristina Lim, and the Board of Directors namely: Mr. Ramon Chuaying, Mr. Albert Abaya, Mr. Jameson Dy, Mr. Manuel Co, Mr. Benito Ngo and Atty. Cabero.

PCCAI is the owner and operator of the Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center. Glaiza will be present in many of the associations humanitarian and charitable missions. Already there are many events lined up for her and they could be learned from the complete video coverage we did of the press conference. Videos will all be available at our YouTube video channel at http://www.YouTube.com/user/wazzuppilipinas

Glaiza says he is naturally inclined to help especially children because she has a relative with a medical problem. Her family and relatives would also benefit from her designation as Ambassadress of Goodwill since the hospital owned by PCCAI would be providing treatment and care for them too.

When asked what she would say to those bashers who would say she is not really charitable because she gets something in return, she answers practically by saying something like "In everything we do we gain something in return, and just as long you are working hard for it, all the blessings and good graces are worth for us to receive."

Glaiza De Castro is all smiles being the Ambassadress of Goodwill of PCCAI

True enough, there are many advocates and kind-hearten individuals that work hard, amidst their busy schedules, to be able to somehow help in reaching out to others. The offer to become an Ambassadress of Goodwill came on its own, and she is just grateful that it would be a medium for her to further reach out to more people while inspiring others to do the same.

Her celebrity status would definitely call some attention especially at events organized by the PCCAI since the Filipino people are mostly entertainment-centric but it is also favorable for both the PCCAI and Glaiza, and the eventual beneficiaries, that many people would be involved and take a closer look with her celebrity presence.

Sometimes companies do need to invest on endorsers of her status to attract the attention of the public, possible investors, partners and collaborators so more and more people will reap the benefits.

Dr. James Dy, President of Philippine Chinese Charitable Association Inc., (PCCAI)

Glaiza De Castro answers all the inquiries of the members of the media

A bouquet of flowers is presented to Glaiza De Castro by Dr. James Dy and other officers and Board Members of PCCAI

Glaiza De Castro performs a heart-warming song to the delight of the media

Below are the videos showing the contract signing, the speech of Dr. James Dy, the speech of Glaiza De Castro and her performance. The rest of the press conference including the Question and Answer with the media are also available on our YouTube channel.

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Below is the official press release from the event:

Ms. Glaiza De Castro, named as Ambassadress of Goodwill to represent the Philippine Chinese Charitable Association, Inc.,

Award-winning actress, Ms. Glaiza De Castro will be formally named as Ambassadress of Goodwill to represent the Philippine Chinese Charitable Association, Inc., (PCCAI) owner and operator of Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center in its humanitarian and charitable missions, on July 19, 2017 at 12 p.m. at Universal Towers Building in Quezon Avenue.

De Castro is one of the prominent faces on TV and movie screens. Her prowess in singing and acting has been showcased in local TV shows, movies and concerts.

De Castro has also released four solo albums in the past years and this was followed by a successful concerts here and abroad. Her voice and charm have won over the hearts of so many young Filipinos and made her an inspiration. Ms. Glaiza De Castro is a prominent actress, talented singer, and now, an advocate for the poor representing the PCCAI.

“We are much honored to have Ms. Glaiza De Castro to represent the PCCAI in its charitable and humanitarian activities,” said PCCAI President and Chairman Emeritus, Dr. James G. Dy. “We hope to inspire the youth of today to actively participate in humanitarian missions that would help shape this nation for the next generations.”

In her years as a performer, she has not only proven herself worthy of recognition because of her talents but also because she has a heart for helping out. In 2016, De Castro was a part of U.N. Women’s Safe Cities Program, a program that aims to increase awareness and stop street harassment and sexual violence against women in public spaces. Also in the same year, De Castro established the “Glaiza De Castro Foundation” to support children with special needs. To date, more than 600 children benefited from this organization.

“The PCCAI continues to be the country’s foremost charitable organization --- now more than ever, the focus of the organization is to widen its reach to provide medical and relief operations throughout the country and we are confident that Ms. Glaiza De Castro will champion the charitable cause of our organization and we could not have been more proud to have her.” Said Dr. Benito Goyokpin, PCCAI Chairman of the Board

In line with this appointment, a signing of Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between PCCAI and Ms. De Castro will be held to celebrate the first of many collaborations. The event will also be attended by the President and Chairman Emeritus of PCCAI, Dr. James G. Dy and Chairman of the Board of PCCAI Dr. Benito Goyokpin, Members of the PCCAI Board of Directors and media representatives at the Universal Towers Building in Quezon Avenue on July 18, 2017 at 8p.m.

PCCAI owns and operates the Chinese General Hospital & Medical Center, Chinese General Hospital Colleges, Chinese Cemetery, Charity Clinic in Binondo, and the Home for the Aged, all dedicated to charitable works. It traces its roots far as early as 1877, before the Philippine Revolution and is recognized as the oldest charitable association in the country today.