MAKATI CITY — The City Government of Makati joined the nationwide celebration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s 69th birthday by hosting “Handog ng Pangulo 2026: Serbisyong Sapat Para sa Lahat” at the Makati Coliseum on September 14, 2026. The event brought together national government agencies and local offices to provide residents with essential services and assistance in one accessible location. It formed part of a simultaneous nationwide initiative designed to bring government support closer to communities, particularly residents who need it most.
Essential Services in One Location
Makati residents were able to access a variety of free services during the event, including medical consultations, laboratory services, and medicines. The Kadiwa ng Pangulo bazaar also offered affordable vegetables, fruits, fish, and meat, while the P20 Rice Program provided subsidized rice to qualified beneficiaries such as senior citizens, persons with disabilities, solo parents, and 4Ps beneficiaries. The activity also included financial assistance payouts, along with services from participating national government agencies covering employment facilitation, social welfare, and other forms of public assistance. Representatives from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) joined city councilors, department heads, and other local officials in supporting the event.
Bringing Government Assistance Closer
For residents, the one-stop setup provided a practical way to access multiple forms of assistance without having to visit different government offices. Affordable food products helped families manage everyday expenses, while free healthcare services provided additional support for residents who might otherwise face out-of-pocket medical costs. The assistance was particularly valuable for vulnerable sectors, including senior citizens, persons with disabilities, solo parents, and low-income families. By bringing government agencies and services together at the Makati Coliseum, the initiative reduced the time and resources residents would need to spend accessing assistance. Through Handog ng Pangulo 2026, Makati highlighted the value of coordinated public service in responding to community needs and making government assistance more accessible to Makatizens.
