Healing takes many forms. Beyond medicines, medical procedures, and clinical care, creative expression can offer moments of comfort, joy, and renewed hope to people facing the challenges of illness. Recognizing the value of holistic care, the EPCALM Foundation partnered with the Fernando C. Amorsolo Art Foundation, Inc. (FCAAFI) to conduct an Acrylic Painting for Beginners Workshop on 10 October 2026 at The EPCALM House in New Manila, Quezon City. Designed for EPCALM-service

Understanding how patients can access available healthcare benefits is an important part of advancing equitable and compassionate care. For EPCALM Foundation, this means not only providing direct support to adult leukemia patients and their families, but also staying informed about government health programs and resources that can help ease the financial burden of illness. EPCALM participated in an online learning session on 29 Sept. 2026 organized by the Association of Found

For two Philippine Marines, donating blood is more than a personal act—it is a simple but meaningful way of helping save lives. Both Master Sergeant (MSgt) Roy J. Delima and Private First Class (PFC) Alvin Dianosta were among the volunteers who rolled up their sleeves and donated blood during the EPCALM Voluntary Blood Donation Drive held on 28 September 2026 at the Philippine Marine Corps in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. The blood drive was conducted as part of the Health an

In a strong demonstration of partnership and shared commitment to patients with blood cancers and other serious illnesses, the Department of Medicine of St. Luke’s Medical Center–Global City (SLMC-GC) and the EPCALM Foundation successfully conducted “Pulse Protocol,” a special voluntary blood donation drive on 14 September 2026. Held at the Conference Rooms 1–4, 5th Floor of SLMC-GC in Taguig City, the bloodletting activity was organized to celebrate “Medicine Week” and in ob

Yesterday, 21 September 2026, we gathered at Sta. Elena Golf and Country Club in Santa Rosa City, Laguna for the 2nd EPCALM Swing for Hope Invitational Golf Tournament—a day filled with fellowship, camaraderie, and a shared commitment to a meaningful cause. We were once again reminded of God’s continued favor and sustaining grace upon EPCALM. Despite the uncertainty of the days leading up to the tournament, He cleared the skies and blessed us with beautiful weather for a wond

For the EPCALM Foundation, strengthening the protection and dignity of the patients it serves goes beyond providing medical and financial assistance. It also means ensuring that sensitive patient information is handled responsibly. This is one reason the Foundation participated in a Webinar hosted by the DSWD-facilitated Area-Based Standards Network (ABSNet) on 10 September 2026. The webinar, themed “A Practical Privacy Conversation for NGOs in the Philippines,” carried the t

The EPCALM Adult Leukemia Foundation of the Philippines joined fellow members of the Blood Cancer Alliance of the Philippines (BCAP) yesterday in supporting its partner organization, the Philippine College of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine (PCHTM), during the opening of its 7th Annual Convention, being held from 6 to 9 September at the Edsa Shangri-La Manila. Held in observance of Blood Cancer Awareness Month, pursuant to Proclamation No. 1833, the convention brings toge

Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte recently commended the EPCALM Foundation for its mission and advocacy in supporting adult leukemia patients and their families.In a video message delivered during The Hope Gala 2026, held on 17 May 2026 at Solaire Resort North, Quezon City, Mayor Belmonte noted that for the past 21 years, EPCALM has “helped countless Filipinos face one of life’s most difficult battles with dignity and courage.” As an Honorary Member of the EPCALM Board of Trust

The Grand Ballroom of Solaire Resort North, Quezon City was transformed into a sanctuary of music and compassion on Sunday, 17 May 2026, as the EPCALM Adult Leukemia Foundation of the Philippines held its landmark benefit dinner-concert, “The Hope Gala 2026.” Bringing together the biggest names in Philippine entertainment and the country's most generous philanthropists, the evening served as a powerful fundraiser to support adult leukemia patients and their families. A Dialog

EPCALM-serviced patients gathered at the EPCALM House in Quezon City over the past weekend, (25 April 2026) for a therapeutic macrame keychain crafting session. The EPCALM Foundation utilizes crafting therapy to promote mental well-being, reduce stress, and enhance self-expression among adult leukemia patients. Unlike traditional verbal therapy, this hands-on approach allows participants to focus on the present moment and experience a sense of accomplishment through creation.

For 21 years, the EPCALM Foundation has served as a beacon of hope for adult leukemia patients and their families. As the country's first and only non-profit organization dedicated to this cause, we provide comprehensive spiritual, medical, and financial support throughout the leukemia journey. Following the success last year of its inaugural sold-out benefit dinner-concert, we are pleased to present "The Hope Gala 2026." The event will take place on Sunday, 17 May 2026, at 6

The rights and welfare of women and children must be safeguarded by everybody at all times. This principle was the focus of a recent capability-building webinar for Social Welfare and Development Agencies (SWDA), hosted by the Central Cluster of the Area-Based Standards Network (ABSNet). The EPCALM Foundation participated in this online session on 26 March 2026. Established by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), ABSNet brings together registered, license

The EPCALM Foundation extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in the Voluntary Blood Donation Drive held on 31 January 2026 at St. Luke’s Medical Center-Global City (SLMC-GC), Taguig City. We would like to give special thanks to the dedicated men and women of the Armed Forces of the Philippines—including the Army, Air Force, Navy, Coast Guard, and Marines—as well as the Philippine National Police and the Bureau of Fire Protection. Our sincere appreciation

Calling all Blood Donors! In line with our commitment to compassionate service, the EPCALM Foundation is organizing a Voluntary Blood Donation Drive to ensure an adequate and timely blood supply for our patients requiring life-saving transfusions. The bloodletting activity is scheduled for Saturday, 31 January 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Henry Sy Sr., Auditorium, 5 th Floor, St. Luke’s Medical Center-Global City (SLMC-GC), Rizal Drive corner 3 rd St. and 5th A

EPCALM Social Worker, Shiela Mae Baliber (right), receives the donated sacks of rice from a representative of Ocean Star Freight Express. EPCALM recently received a generous gift of ten 25-kilo sacks of rice from Ocean Star Freight Express, a sea freight forwarding company based in Quezon City. The donated rice will be distributed shortly to EPCALM’s serviced patients and their families. Anna Marie Gutierrez, company manager, together with her sister, Rosie, company owner, s

As a continuing capacity building program, EPCALM recently joined the 4 th Area-Based Standards Network (ABSNet) Assembly (Central Cluster), organized by the Standards Bureau of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (SB-DSWD). The DSWD promotes the organization of the ABSNET clusters as an effective strategy to institutionalize collaboration with social welfare and development agencies (SDWAs), to constitute as the intermediaries of the DSWD. The online activity

EPCALM serviced patient, Joanaliz Jaime (center), receive her donated oral chemo drugs from GetMEDS officer: Toward patient-centered support programs and medicine accessibility. The EPCALM Foundation, in its continuing partnership with GetMEDS Philippines Inc., has once again successfully distributed free chemotherapy drugs to its serviced patients battling leukemia. The ongoing collaboration between EPCALM and GetMEDS recognizes their shared commitment to compassionate car

EPCALM Social Workers, Sr. Minerva Jumawid and Shiela Mae Baliber, represented the Foundation in this annual event to celebrate patient-centered programs in healthcare delivery. The EPCALM Foundation joined various healthcare providers, patient group leaders, and advocacy organizations for the Patient Solidarity Day 2025 celebration. The whole-day event was held on 11 December 2025 at ArdenHills Suites in Quezon City. Organized by the Philippine Association of Patient Organiz

The EPCALM Foundation has successfully facilitated another round of distribution of free oral chemotherapy medications for its serviced patients, in partnership with GetMEDS Philippines. EPCALM recently signed a partnership agreement with GetMEDS to improve access to affordable, quality-assured oncology medications and related support systems. The second wave of distribution in September 2025 extended vital treatment support to the EPCALM patients. GetMEDS is a healthcare se

EPCALM joined other founding member-organizations of the Blood Cancer Alliance of the Philippines at the Bayanihan Blood Drive on 16 Sept, together with the Department of Medicine of St. Luke's Medical Center-Global City, Taguig City. Other BCAP members included Lymphoma Awareness Philippines, KAYA, and MyeSpeak, among others. BCAP also partnered with the SLMC-GC Department of Medicine last year for the voluntary blood donation campaign. This was in celebration of Medicine W