BATANGAS, Philippines – In response to the threats of the Taal eruption and the ongoing pandemic, Kimberly-Clark Philippines has donated thousands of essential items, including masks and diapers, to the province of Batangas.
The donated products will help the remaining active evacuation center in Talisay, Batangas and future relief operations in the city where the active Taal volcano is located. This has been a consistent effort from Kimberly-Clark Philippines who also extended its hand during the eruption of the Taal Volcano in 2020.
The donation, consisting of 10,000 pieces of Kleenex 3D KF94 Face Masks and 10,000 pieces of Huggies Dry Pants, aims to support thousands of families in Batangas including 1,200 families in the evacuation sites, and over 2,000 families outside of the evacuation site. This was turned over by Kimberly-Clark Philippines Managing Director Lim Yu Chien and Marketing Director Brian Duruin during a turnover ceremony last August 6, 2021.
The Kleenex 3D KF94 Face Mask, which are manufactured in Korea are certified as KF94 compliant by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety. The Huggies Dry Pants come with a new and improved X-shaped technology designed to ensure a baby’s comfort with every motion.
“For nearly 150 years, Kimberly-Clark has been on a mission to provide essentials for a better life, and this is especially critical when calamities hit communities and immediate support is required,” shared Lim. “We understand that unfavorable situations happen at the most unexpected times, and we at Kimberly-Clark Philippines salute Batangas’ prompt action regarding this situation, and we are humbled and honored to be partners with the province.”
At the same gathering, Governor Hermilando Mandanas of Batangas expressed his gratitude to Kimberly-Clark Philippines.
“The province of Batangas has been facing so much suffering, pain, and disasters. Amid the pandemic, we had volcanic eruption last year and even last month, and we are very grateful for Kimberly-Clark’s donation. More than the material donation, it is the sense of sharing that you have shown to serve the community that we are most grateful for. Realizing what Kimberly-Clark’s vision is not just for the Batanguenos, but for billions of people all over the world, it is such a privilege to be the beneficiary of your company. Salamat,” Mandanas said.
