18/08/2026
MAC Volunteers Persevere Despite Heavy Rain for Urban Tree Planting Advocacy
Dedication ✓
High Spirit of Volunteerism ✓
Teamwork ✓
Nature Lovers ✓
Saving Mother Earth ✓
The amazing batch of volunteers persevered despite the heavy rain on their way to the tree-planting site at the C6 Taguig Bike Lane on August 14, 2026. Faculty members and student volunteers from the Departments of Radiologic Technology and Medical Laboratory Science fulfilled their bucket-list experience by supporting the environmental advocacy of Manila Adventist College (MAC) through the Office of Community Extension Services (CES), particularly its Save Mother Earth thrust.
In collaboration with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources – National Capital Region (DENR-NCR) and the resilient officers and workers of the Taguig City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO), MAC volunteers successfully planted 60 Tabebuia and banana seedlings despite the challenging weather conditions.
Rainwater filled the pathways, while splashes from passing vehicles added to the challenge. Nevertheless, the volunteers never hesitated to complete the planting of all the seedlings allotted to their batch. Their dedication, teamwork, and high spirit of volunteerism demonstrated their commitment to environmental stewardship and community service.
This urban tree-planting advocacy inspired the MAC volunteers to support an initiative that can create a positive impact on future generations. Urban tree planting contributes to greener and more sustainable communities, helps improve the urban environment, and supports efforts to address climate change.
After completing the tree planting, all the volunteers enjoyed a simple but satisfying treat of boiled saging na saba and eggs—a well-deserved reward after a meaningful and productive day of service with fun!
Manila Adventist College extends its heartfelt gratitude to the MAC Administration for its continued support of this environmental advocacy and for helping advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly:
- SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities, by promoting greener and more sustainable urban spaces;
- SDG 13 – Climate Action, by supporting efforts to address and mitigate the impacts of climate change; and
- SDG 15 – Life on Land, by contributing to the protection, restoration, and sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.
MAC is also grateful to our valued partners, DENR-NCR and the Taguig City Government, particularly the Taguig CENRO, for their good camaraderie, dedication, and active collaboration in making this environmental initiative possible.
Together, we continue to work toward a greener and more sustainable future and to save Mother Earth for generations to come.
All glory and praises to God!