3 December 2016, Siniloan, Laguna. 37 staff from Jetti Foundation and International planted 400 indigenous Philippine hardwoods at the Laguna Quezon Land Grant in Siniloan, Laguna on 3 December 2016 as part of their ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts to give back to the community and the environment in the Philippines:
- Malaruhat/Mulawin – heavy Philippine wood;
- Bagtikan/”white lauan” – light red Philippine Mahogany;
- Banilad – Sterculia commas, fibres used for rope;
- Bolong-eta, endangered hardwood;
- Babaysakan – Philippine oak;
- Dangula – hard, heavy, and durable wood; and
- Narra – hardwood and honey source).
Dominique Lopez of Jetti Foundation & International delivered the inspirational message to Jetti planters prior to the trek to the site, mentioning the significance of the company and its Corporate Social Responsibilities – “giving back to the community and environment through outreach programs and sponsorships to different institutions, including public schools, homes for the aged, and orphanages to name a few, as well as donations to affected areas and families during times of calamities”.
Thank you to all Jetti participants for helping us restore part of the 70% lost forest cover in the Philippines!
| Alano Russel P. | Aguila Anthony Carlo M. |
| Perido Edwin R. | Ferrer Joana Ereca C. |
| Perea Cindy P. | Madamba Febbie S. |
| Peñada Rohan Isaiah Colby P. | Layos Rio M. |
| Caro Rachel Ann Carol M. | Elguira Rubylyne E. |
| Balington Igee Azel R. | Clemente Gabriel B. |
| Escoses Reymar A. | Abano Emie S. |
| Rabor Madonna A. | Perido Cristy N. |
| Ruedas Susan C. | Tayaban Wilma D. |
| Itaralde Melissa D. | Magbagay Wilma M. |
| Mahinay Andrea P. | Bartolo Mard Gio Adrian A. |
| Discaya Annalyn E. | Hembrador Jennifer L. |
| Narrido Mark Louie B. | Gozon Jonathan S. |
| Oledan Vanessa Rose B. | Gonzales Monica M. |
| Agapito Joemarie I. | Rodriguez Filipina B. |
| Eugenio Kevin R. | Lopez Alejandro L. |
| Ramos John Paolo L. | Lopez Dominique A. |
| Guevarra Donnalyn A. | Tanchanco Peter C. |
| Guevarra Anthony August N. |
Photo Journey – Info Briefing, Trek & Planting
The UPLB & FEED team was led by Forester Rey Lorida, managing the Laguna Quezon Land Grant (LQLG) in – and from Siniloan, Laguna himself – who delivered the presentation about the 9,000 hectares of master planned reforestation efforts in LQLG; and 7 professional foresters and in-house security officers, who also helped guide the participants in the proper planting and care for the seedlings. FEED’s Director of Partnerships, Anne-Marie Mananquil Bakker, accompanied the group throughout the program, from the welcome message to the final trek back to base camp for brunch and certificate awarding.
Photo Journey – Certificate Awarding
About Jetti Foundation International, Inc. (“Jetti Foundation”)
Jetti Foundation International, Inc., also known as “Jetti Foundation” or “JFII,” is the corporate social responsibility arm of Jetti Petroleum Inc. Jetti Foundation is a non-stock and non-profit organization formed and operated exclusively for charitable purposes. It aims to search for impoverished communities, beginning with its primary partner communities located near Jetti Petroleum bulk terminals, and develop programs and projects that will help alleviate the hardships faced by our fellowmen living in these areas.
With its growing desire to help, serve, and give back to the Filipino people, it has decided to put a separate entity that would formally develop and handle programs and activities geared toward the improvement of Filipino lives, thus, the birthing of Jetti Foundation International, Inc. More information here: http://jetti.com.ph/jetti-foundation/
About Jetti Petroleum, Inc.
Jetti Petroleum Inc. is a 100% Filipino-owned independent oil company committed in providing fair-priced and high-quality petroleum products. Since its debut in 1998 as a supplier of fuels to industrial firms and transport terminals, Jetti has expanded its services to include retailing.
Currently, the company has over a hundred gas stations located across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Jetti remains driven in adding value to its operations by conducting business ethically and professionally and in full compliance with the Philippine laws, while meeting international design and safety standards.