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Nurturing the Next Generation of Environmental Stewards Through Youth Action Camps
If we are counting on the youth to build a better tomorrow, they must first learn to value and care for nature today.
MFI Turns Over More Than 3,600 Native Tree Seedlings for La Mesa Ecopark Re-wilding Project on World Biodiversity Day 2026
In celebration of World Biodiversity Day on May 22, 2026, Malampaya Foundation Inc. (MFI) formally turned over more than 3,600 native tree seedlings representing 16 indigenous species from its Punlang Katutubo Native Trees Nursery to Manila Water Foundation (MWF) for a major re-wilding initiative at La Mesa Ecopark in Quezon City.
FOUR KEY CONSERVATION AGREEMENTS RENEWED AND SIGNED IN CORON TO STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY-BASED MARINE PROTECTION
Coron, Palawan —— Four significant conservation-related agreements were renewed and signed in Coron, Palawan, reaffirming more than a decade of collaborative conservation partnerships that have contributed to the recovery and increased biological productivity of critical marine ecosystems in the coastal barangays of Bulalacao and Marcilla.
New Floating Marine Protected Area Cottage Inaugurated in Coron
CORON, PALAWAN — A new floating cottage was officially inaugurated on April 16, 2025, in Barangay Bulalacao, Coron, Palawan, providing an additional ecotourism attraction that will serve both as a livelihood incentive for the local community and as a sustainable source of support for the protection and enforcement of the community’s award-winning Marine Protected Area (MPA).
THIRTEEN CONSERVATION AGREEMENTS RENEWED IN ORIENTAL MINDORO
Malampaya Foundation Inc. (MFI) has renewed 13 conservation agreements with partner coastal communities across Oriental Mindoro, reaffirming its long-standing commitment to community-based marine and coastal resource conservation.
SOLAR-POWERED WATER SYSTEM TURNED OVER TO COASTAL CONSERVATION COMMUNITY
On March 24, 2026, we officially turned over a solar-powered water system to our long-time conservation partner, the coastal community of Barangay San Andres in Baco, Oriental Mindoro.
Conservation Incentive Enterprise Turned Over to Coastal Community in Oriental Mindoro
Pola, Oriental Mindoro –As part of its continuing commitment to community-based conservation and sustainable development, a water refilling enterprise was formally turned over to the coastal Barangay of Misong in Pola, Oriental Mindoro. The enterprise was entrusted to the Samahan ng Mangingisda at Magsasaka ng Barangay Misong (SMMBM), a long-standing conservation partner recognized for its dedication to marine resource protection and environmental stewardship.
2025 Chairman’s Report
WE CAPPED OUR 20TH YEAR WITH A SIGNIFICANT MILESTONE: two of our programs received major national awards and recognition, inspiring the Foundation and our partners to press on in delivering the fruits of empowerment in diverse ways—despite the challenges we face.
MALAMPAYA FOUNDATION Honors Outstanding Partners and Beneficiaries to Celebrate its 20th Year
In celebration of its 20th anniversary, Malampaya Foundation, Inc. (MFI) recognized outstanding partners and beneficiaries through its special 20X20 Awards, highlighting excellence in marine conservation, community protection, sustainable enterprise, and education.
Malampaya Foundation Inc. Honored as National Kabalikat Awardee by Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
On November 24, 2025, Malampaya Foundation Inc. (MFI) was formally recognized as a National Kabalikat Awardee by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) for its exemplary and sustained contribution to the advancement of Technical-Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in the Philippines.
Malampaya Foundation responds to typhoon Tino havoc in north Palawan
When El Nido was hit directly by Typhoon Tino on November 5, the municipality bore the brunt of the storm’s destructive path. Strong winds and heavy rains left widespread damage not only in El Nido but also in nearby municipalities, including Linapacan and Taytay.
MFI Conservation Partner Sites Win Top Honors at the 2025 National Para El Mar Awards
Three conservation partner sites of the Malampaya Foundation Inc. (MFI) earned national recognition at the 2025 Para El Mar Awards, securing 1st and 2nd place in the Locally-Managed Marine Protected Area (MPA) category and a special citation for enforcement excellence.
Five (5) Malampaya Foundation Conservation-Partner Sites Named Among Nine (9) National Finalists (Locally-Managed MPA category) in the Para El Mar Awards
Five (5) of the nine (9) finalists in this year’s Para El Mar Awards – Locally-Managed Marine Protected Area Category are conservation partner sites that we have supported since 2013.
Up-Skilling More Tour Guides in Coron and El Nido
As part of our livelihood skills training program, around 70 tour guides in Coron and El Nido, Palawan successfully completed their Level 2 Tour-Guiding Accreditation in partnership with the Department of Tourism – MIMAROPA and the Municipal Tourism Offices of Coron and El Nido. Conducted on August 11–17 and August 25–31, 2025, the training enhanced participants’ competencies in professional guiding, safety standards, environmental stewardship, and visitor engagement.
Oriental Mindoro 2025 EYAC Enjoins Over 120 Youths
More than 120 youths from different coastal municipalities of Oriental Mindoro were educated and enjoined in this year’s Environmental Youth Action Camp (EYAC) held annually by Malampaya Foundation Inc. (MFI) and marine conservation partners provincial government agriculture office, municipal governments, and the provincial Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
Active Bantay Dagats in conservation-partner communities receive regular rice incentives
Active community bantay dagats (volunteer sea rangers) in conservation-partner sites of Malampaya Foundation Inc. (MFI) in north Palawan, Oriental Mindoro and Batangas city received their rice sacks as part of their incentives in playing a key role in protecting marine protected areas (MPAs)/marine management zones of their communities.
