{"id":7525,"date":"2025-07-03T02:52:33","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T18:52:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dynamic-silver-sheep.82-197-71-20.cpanel.site\/?p=7525"},"modified":"2025-07-03T02:52:34","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T18:52:34","slug":"waves-of-change-thousands-join-sm-cares-coastal-cleanup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dynamic-silver-sheep.82-197-71-20.cpanel.site\/?p=7525","title":{"rendered":"Waves of Change: Thousands Join SM Cares\u2019 Coastal Cleanup"},"content":{"rendered":"

In celebration of World Oceans Day 2025\"\"<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thousands of volunteers gather at SM by the BAY in Manila for SM Cares\u2019 flagship coastal cleanup drive for World Oceans Day 2025, showing a united front in the fight against marine pollution.<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

In celebration of World Oceans Day 2025,<\/strong>\u00a0over 5,000 volunteers<\/strong>\u00a0from all walks of life united on June 7 for a massive nationwide coastal cleanup led by SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls.\u00a0Collectively, they removed an astounding 30,000 kilograms of trash from shorelines across the Philippines<\/strong>\u2014proving that when a community comes together, real impact happens.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s theme, \u201cWONDER: Sustaining What Sustains Us,\u201d resonated deeply as volunteers took to coastlines in Metro Manila, Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, armed with gloves, sacks, and\u00a0a shared mission: to protect the oceans that give us life<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Beyond fostering community collaboration and promoting environmental responsibility,\u00a0SM Cares\u2019 coastal cleanup initiative played a vital role in cultivating healthier environment, enhancing the overall quality of life for local residents, and contributing to the long-term preservation of marine ecosystems.\"\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

Volunteers from SM City Manila assemble at the coastal cleanup site to remove marine waste and protect vital waterways in celebration of World Oceans Day 2025\"\"<\/em><\/p>\n

Stepping up for a cleaner tomorrow, volunteers from SM City San Lazaro join the coastal cleanup drive—picking up trash and protecting our shores, one piece at a time\"\"<\/em><\/p>\n

Showing the power of teamwork, volunteers from SM City Batangas and SM City Lipa come together to make waves of change for World Oceans Day 2025.\"\"<\/em><\/p>\n

With gloves on and bags in hand, volunteers at SM City Lucena take part in SM Cares\u2019 Coastal Cleanup drive, reaffirming their commitment to environmental stewardship and ocean conservation.\"\"<\/em><\/p>\n

Employee volunteers from SM Center Dagupan take action for the environment during the coastal cleanup drive, shoveling sand and debris to help restore the shoreline.\"\"<\/em><\/p>\n

SM City Iloilo volunteers join hands with the local community of Brgy. Sto. Ni\u00f1o Sur, Arevalo in a coastal cleanup drive, working together to preserve the shoreline and promote environmental sustainability\"\"<\/em><\/p>\n

SM City Davao volunteers are out on the shore, turning dedication into action as they clean up the coast and care for the planet.\"\"<\/em><\/p>\n

Beaming with pride, volunteers at SM City CDO Uptown and Downtown hold up the coastal cleanup banner, standing united as ocean defenders in celebration of World Oceans Day 2025<\/em><\/p>\n

\u201cThe oceans sustain us every day, and now it’s our turn to give back,\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0said Engr. Liza Silerio, SM Cares Program Director for the Environment.\u00a0\u201cThis coastal cleanup isn\u2019t just a one-day event\u2014it\u2019s a symbol of our shared duty to preserve biodiversity and inspire action for a sustainable future, while bringing lasting positive impacts to the community by advancing healthier coastal spaces, and uniting people through shared environmental action.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

A National Movement for the Seas<\/strong><\/p>\n

From students and teachers to LGUs, NGO partners, employees, and security and janitorial teams, the cleanup drew a diverse wave of ocean defenders. SM Cares worked closely with local government units, environmental organizations, youth groups, and coastal barangays to stage cleanups across several major sites nationwide.<\/p>\n

These collaborations not only ensured the success of the initiative but also highlighted the power of inclusive, community-driven action. Volunteers gathered to remove tons of waste from shorelines, raise awareness about marine conservation, and inspire long-term behavioral change toward environmental care.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Students, teachers, and partner organizations join forces with SM Cares during the Coastal Cleanup drive\u2014demonstrating a shared commitment to environmental stewardship.\"\"<\/em><\/p>\n

Demonstrating sustained commitment to protecting the environment, SM employee volunteers return to SM by the Bay to help protect the shoreline.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Building an #SMWasteFreeFuture<\/strong><\/p>\n

The June 7 cleanup is part of SM Cares\u2019 broader sustainability vision through its #SMWasteFreeFuture campaign, which also includes\u00a0weekly cleanups at SM by the BAY.<\/p>\n

This May 2025, SM employee-led cleanups have mobilized a total of 279 volunteers, collecting over 4,493 kilograms of waste<\/strong>\u2014highlighting their firm commitment to keeping our coasts clean on a weekly basis.\u00a0These sustained efforts contributed to creating a safer, more enjoyable coastal spaces for customers, while encouraging a stronger culture of environmental volunteerism.<\/strong><\/p>\n

SM Cares\u2019 Coastal Cleanup also supports and aligns with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), most notably SDG 14: Life Below Water, by directly reducing marine pollution and protecting ocean ecosystems. It also contributes to SDG 13: Climate Action, by raising environmental awareness and promoting community-led climate resilience, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, through its collaboration with LGUs, NGOs, schools, and communities.<\/p>\n

With two more major cleanups planned for the year, SM Cares remains determined in its mission to inspire Filipinos to take action\u2014one shoreline at a time.\u00a0For more stories and updates on how you can be part of the movement, visit\u00a0www.smsupermalls.com\/smcares<\/a>\u00a0or follow @OfficialSMCares on social media.<\/p>\n

Thank you for taking time to read.<\/p>\n

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