18/07/2026
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TUMAUINI, ISABELA โ In a powerful demonstration of community spirit and dedication to education, San Vicente: Project Bayanihan officially launched "Project Bayanihan: Books Beyond Borders" on July 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM in Barangay Paragu, Tumauini, Isabela. The initiative successfully turned over 900 books and reading materials to the community, marking a massive step forward for local literacy.
The event commenced with a warm welcome message from Hon. Salvador Guzman, the Punong Barangay of Paragu, who expressed deep gratitude for the choice of their community as beneficiaries. Following the welcome, Mr. Jules Paggao, Chairperson of the Board, delivered an inspiring message emphasizing that the truest form of wealth is knowledge.
The ceremonial turnover of books and reading materials was led by Mr. June Albert A. Pauig, RPm, Executive Director of San Vicente: Project Bayanihan, alongside donor representatives and community recipients. The eventโs success was further bolstered by the dedicated support of youth volunteers, including Benjamin A. Lorenzana III, a student from Isabela State University - Ilagan Campus, who actively contributed to the mobilization effort.
Demonstrating strong academic support, the turnover was well-attended by local school officials, including Gilda D. Amistad, Principal of Paragu Elementary School, and Sir Jolan Zillabo, who represented Principal II Nora Taguba of Josefina Albano National High School.
This milestone project was made possible through the robust cooperation of the Mabuwaya Foundation, the Provincial Government of Isabela via the Isabela Tourism Office, and the Isabela Museum & Library, in partnership with San Vicente: Project Bayanihan.
Moving forward, the collaborative network is officially pushing for the Barangay Paragu Library to become an Affiliated Library of the National Library of the Philippines, ensuring long-term access to quality educational resources for the youth of Isabela.
