At the very start of pandemic, we already knew that one of the most affected sectors of the Filipino community are the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW). As they say it in one commentary from Channel News Asia, it is the “worst time ever to be an OFW”.
But the misery is not just about losing the only job that the whole family relies on. The cost of emotional distress due to being away with their loved ones amid these catastrophic events should also be looked into.
One of those who earned the courage to come home amid pandemic and be with her family is You-Ann Salaga, an ex-domestic helper in Singapore for 8 years, a single mother to her kids, and now an entrepreneur in Davao City.
To You-Ann, she may not earn as much as she did abroad, but that did not stop her from leaving the job that she had in Singapore. What’s important is that she has saved enough to start anew in Davao, in the loving arms of her children.
So the question is… how did she do it?
Here is the secret from You-Ann that you should know: Learn to make money on Sundays.
Sundays are the most-awaited day of the week for domestic helpers. It’s the only time of the week when they can take a long break, hang out with their Filipino friends, or go window shopping in Lucky Plaza.
For You-ann, Sunday is another day to make a living. She attended free cooking baking classes during her day-off until she started baking Filipino delicacies and selling them to her Filipina friends in Singapore.
This became her part-time business, and the money she earned went to her savings. Not on bags, shoes, nor nice-to-have items for herself. Not even to her family back home.
She learned that working abroad doesn’t mean that the money that she earns is not only for her family’s needs during the time being. As You-ann continued to support her kids from day-to-day, she also made sure that she’s saving for retirement and emergency, such as the pandemic.
Learn more on how You-ann managed to survive and thrive as she faced the challenges brought about to her and her family by the pandemic:
Up to date, over 550,000 OFWs and seafarers are adversely affected. Thousands of them lost their jobs, and were sent home with nothing in their pocket. As a domino effect, their families who are solely dependent on them are also crying for help.
The country’s modern-day heroes are now the hurting heroes.
“Umuwi ang anak ko ng Pinas nang walang sahod. Wala na kaming ibang mapagkukunan kundi ang ayuda. Sa ngayon, wala na ring ayuda ang maibigay sa amin. Kaya Salamat po sa makakatulong pa.”
Elena, OFW Group – QC Chapter
In our efforts to lend a helping hand to overseas Filipinos who are now suffering, Beam&Go officially launched an online donation campaign called “Project KABAYANihan: Be a HERO to OFWs in need” back in June 2020.
We were granted 3 months of donation permit by the DSWD, and within that period, we earned approximately Php 230,000 cash donations from Filipinos across the world, all of which are used to purchase over 4500 kilos of rice that benefit more than 900 families of distressed OFWs and seafarers, those who lost their jobs, or are affected by travel ban due to COVID-19 pandemic, victims of illegal recruitment, abuse and maltreatment, and retrenchment. The beneficiaries are under care of our partner institutions who tirelessly serve our Kababayans amid COVID – Blas Ople Policy Center, United Filipino Seafarers, and OFW Watch.
LET’S DO IT AGAIN THIS 2021…
This 2021, we strive to continue serving more OFW families thru this initiative. With the permission of DSWD, we are running Project KABAYANihanonce again, and this time, for the benefit of OFW families under care of new partner institutions:
OFWWATCH, a software program designed to link OFWs in distress, those calling for help, anywhere in the world, anytime of the day, via mobile.
COMPASS, a simplified and unified platform dedicated to Global Migrant Workers, their families and friends ensuring a safe journey at all times.
Marikina Overseas Family Circle Association Incorporated (MOFCAI) is a non-government organization looking after the welfare of the families of OFWs and ex-OFWs in NCR.
2 WAYS TO DONATE TO OFWS IN NEED
For as low as ₱255 for 5kg of rice, you can already make a huge difference to an OFW family’s life.
Select the number of your desired rice donation (every 5kg will benefit 1 family)
Proceed to checkout and choose from available payment options available in your location.
OPTION 2: DONATE VIA BANK DEPOSIT (Convenience Fee waived)
You may send deposit confirmation to donations@beamandgo.com together with your complete name, country, and mobile number to complete transaction.
After payment has been verified and confirmed, Beam&Go will deliver the total amount of rice donations to beneficiary institution for repacking and distribution to families of distressed OFWs.
This initiative is also supported by number of corporate and independent co-promoters from across the world, uniting to make a big impact to lives of struggling OFWs, and serve more beneficiaries:
Hong Kong OFWs have always been one of the VIPs ofBeamAndGo. They’re always the most active Beamers, kaya naman we make sure to visit and have fun with them at least every year! Tuwing Kapangyawan Festival, automatic, kasama d’yan ang BeamAndGo!
Hindi man tayo magkakasama-sama this year dahil sa pandemic, we still want to make sure to give you special treats, and this time, it’s in partnership with HK OFWs’ go-to mobile app when it comes to money transfer – TNG Wallet!
For 2 MONTHS beginning July 31, 2020, feel free to enjoy 5% OFF + 5% CASHBACK on your BeamAndGo purchases para sa pamilya sa Pilipinas when you checkout using your TNG Wallet or TNG Mastercard!
Select your beneficiary’s location and choose your desired product/s
Enter “TNG5” as your promo code
Select TNG Wallet at checkout to pay using your TNG Account or
Choose Credit/Debit Card via Paypal and use your TNG Mastercard to pay.
Terms and Conditions: 1. Promo runs from July 31, 2020 – September 30, 2020 2. Promo code is valid for one-time use only 3. 5% discount is applicable to participating products:
Bigas Padala (All Variants)
Online Palengke (Metro Manila and Cebu City delivery)
Food Padala (For Pick-up and Delivery)
Healthcare Essentials
Baby Essentials
Household Essentials
Kusina Ni Nanay Package
4. 5% instant cashback applies to purchases worth Php 1000 and up only 5. Earned cashback credits can be used as discount in succeeding BeamAndGo purchases. Unused cashback credits will expire after 1 year 6. Promo exclusive to TNG Wallet and TNG Mastercard payments only
In view of on-going calamity in Batangas, BeamAndGo, together with our kababayans across the world, would like to extend support to help communities affected and displaced by Taal Volcano eruption with #BeThereForBatangas – Grocery Package for a Cause.
1. Simply purchase BeamAndGo 2020 Celebration Package thru www.BeamAndGo.com for only Php 2699 (from original price of P3299) for your family in the Philippines until January 31, 2020.
2. 100% of BeamAndGo‘s profit in every purchase will fund the relief goods which will be sent to support the needs of those affected by the Taal Volcano eruption.
3. BeamAndGo will personally prepare and pack goods (bottled water, rice, instant and cup noodles, canned goods, biscuits and crackers, hygiene kits, etc.) and distribute to eruption victims at a chosen evacuation area in Batangas on February 2020.
Taal Volcano erupted on January 12, 2020 which caused ash to spew in various provinces and areas including Calabarzon, Metro Manila, and Central Luzon. Communities within 14-km radius of the volcano have been forced to evacuate due to possible very dangerous eruption, ballistic projectiles, base surges, and volcanic tsunami following the eruption at any time. Alert Level 4 is still raised on Taal Volcano up to date.
Together, let’s join hands to aid the victims of Taal unrest. Become a part of the campaign today. Send a BeamAndGo 2020 Celebration package at www.BeamAndGo.com.
Yung tipong nung bago pa lang siya o ikaw mangibang bansa, okay naman kayo ng partner mo pero kinalaunan, nagkaka-labuan na?
O baka may kilala kang nagpapanggap na single sa abroad kahit kasal na sa Pilipinas? Ginagawang libangan ang pagkikipag-chat sa iba hanggang sa mauwi na sa seryosohan?
Aminin man natin o hindi, kahit kanino nangyayari ito!
Masakit at mahirap iwasan, pero pwedeng solusyonan.
Cheating or infidelity has been cited as the greatest challenge for OFWs according to Davao Catholic Herald. At ano ang karaniwang kinahahantungan nito? Ang ibang pamilya, nagugulat na lang na hindi na nagpapadala ng pera si kabayan – or worse, ni wala nang paramdam. On the other hand, maya’t maya namang ubos ang padala ni kabayan dahil sa pagwawaldas ng pinapadalhan sa Pinas! Ni hindi na alam ni Kabayan kung ano ba talaga ang nangyayari at kung saan napupunta ang padala.
Ang tanong – BAKIT NANGYAYARI ITO? Pero ang mas dapat na masagot – PAANO ITO SOSOLUSYONAN?
Mahirap mang tanggapin, ito ang katotohanang pinagdaraanan ng karamihan sa ating mga kababayan. GISING! ‘Wag na nating paabutin sa ‘di magandang kahihinatnan! Your BeamerKada‘s got some TIPS for OFWs on why cheating happens and how to handle this issue on the premier episode ofPAYONG KABIGAN!
OO! Pati ang pagsisinungaling pagdating sa pera-padala is another form of cheating na patuloy na binibigyang solusyon ngBeamAndGo! Kung ‘di mo pa nasusubukan, umpisahan mo na ngayon! Register for free at www.beamandgo.com and together, let us END CHEATING!
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In our 5 years of service for the OFW and their families, may BIG SURPRISE ang BeamAndGo! Gusto mo bang manalo ng Noche Buena Package? May chance ka dito!
Raffle draw live be done via FB Live on November 15, 2019 (Friday).
The prize will be delivered to the winners’ chosen beneficiary beginning December 1.
Both the purchased package and prize will not be certainly delivered at the same time.
Draw winner will be notified via registered email andBeamAndGo Facebook page announcement.
If the purchase is made thruBeamAndGo Sales Agent/ Remittance Partner, name of beneficiary will be indicated on the raffle entry instead. In case the raffle entry with the beneficiary name wins, a BeamAndGorepresentative shall contact both the beneficiary and the Agent/Remitance Partner to verify the sender’s (winner’s) details
Be there this Christmas! 🎅🎄
Make your presence felt wherever you may be by sending your family a Noche Buena package.
With 25 must-have items to create your family’s favorite Noche Buena feast.
✉️ FREE Christmas card to greet your loved ones
🍺 FREE BeamAndGoexclusive mug
📦 Securely packed in a box with Christmas wrapping
Guaranteed delivery to your family’s doorstep before Christmas Eve!
Pre-order now, save 10% off the original price, and earn 1 raffle entry here.
Ano pang hinihintay mo, Kabayan? Mas merry na ang Christmas ng pamilya, dodoblehin pa ngBeamAndGo ang matatanggap nilang Package!
In our 5 years of service for the OFW and their families, may BIG SURPRISE ang BeamAndGo! Gusto mo ba ng DISCOUNT o manalo ng Noche Buena Package? May dalawang regalo kami na dapat na sulitin mo!
Raffle draw live be done via FB Live on November 13, 2019 (Wednesday).
The prize will be delivered to the winners’ chosen beneficiary beginning December 1.
Both the purchased package and prize will not be certainly delivered at the same time.
Draw winner will be notified via registered email andBeamAndGo Facebook page announcement.
If the purchase is made thruBeamAndGo Sales Agent/ Remittance Partner, name of beneficiary will be indicated on the raffle entry instead. In case the raffle entry with the beneficiary name wins, a BeamAndGorepresentative shall contact both the beneficiary and the Agent/Remitance Partner to verify the sender’s (winner’s) details
Be there this Christmas! 🎅🎄
Make your presence felt wherever you may be by sending your family a Noche Buena package.
With 25 must-have items to create your family’s favorite Noche Buena feast.
✉️ FREE Christmas card to greet your loved ones
🍺 FREE BeamAndGoexclusive mug
📦 Securely packed in a box with Christmas wrapping
Guaranteed delivery to your family’s doorstep before Christmas Eve!
Pre-order now, save 10% off the original price, and earn 1 raffle entry here.
Ano pang hinihintay mo, Kabayan? Mas merry na ang Christmas ng pamilya, dodoblehin pa ngBeamAndGo ang matatanggap nilang Package!
Crowd favorite at hindi mawawala sa Noche Buena ng pamilyang Pinoy ang Fruit Salad. This time, why not give it a twist? Serve a delicious layers of sweetened cream, graham crackers, and fruit cocktail that will not only make your loved ones ask for more, siguradong matamis na ngiti pa nila ang isusukli sayo.
FRUIT COCKTAIL GRAHAM FLOAT Pinoy’s favorite Noche Buena dessert with a twist!
1can(822 grams) Seasons fruit cocktail, drained well
Preparation
1. Combine all-purpose cream and condensed milk in a large bowl.
2. Arrange one layer of graham crackers on the bottom ’til it fits.
3. Spread a portion of cream mixture to cover graham crackers.
4. Arrange fruit cocktail on top of the cream then add another layer of graham crackers over the fruit.
5. Arrange layers of cream, fruit cocktail, and graham crackers alternately ’til desired amount.
6. Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight. To serve, cut into squares.
Make your presence felt wherever you may be by sending your family a Noche Buena package.
With 25 must-have items to create your family’s favorite Noche Buena feast.
✉️ FREE Christmas card to greet your loved ones
🍺 FREE BeamAndGo exclusive mug
📦 Securely packed in a box with Christmas wrapping
Guaranteed delivery to your family’s doorstep before Christmas Eve!
Pre-order now and save 15% off the original price here.
Kabayan! Gusto mo bang manalo? Dito, nasuportahan mo na ang grocery needs ng pamilya, up to Php 15,000 of grocery e-gift certificates pa ang maaaring mapanalunan mo!
Sali na sa OFW Grocery Bonanza Raffle Promo ng Prince Hypermart at BeamAndGo.
Paano sumali?
Mag-order lang ng at least P3, 000 worth of Beam & Go e-gift certificates sa isang bilihan mula Agosto 15 hanggang Oktubre 15, 2019 sa www.BeamAndGo.com.
Prizes
Grand Prize: Php 15,000 worth ofPrince Hypermart e-gift certificates
2nd Prize: Php 7,000 worth of Prince Hypermart e-gift certificates
3rd Prize: Php 3,000 worth of Prince Hypermart e-gift certificates
Promo Mechanics:
Raffle will be on October 18, 2019.
Customer can win once in the raffle draw. If drawn twice, customer gets the prize of higher value.
The prizes will be sent to the winners’ chosen beneficiary on October 22, 2019.
Draw winners will be notified via registered email and BeamAndGo Facebook page announcement.
Prizes are not transferable and non-convertible to cash.
If the purchase is made thru BeamAndGo Sales Agent/ Ambassador, name of beneficiary will be indicated on the raffle entry instead. In case the raffle entry with the beneficiary name wins, a BeamAndGo representative shall contact both the beneficiary and the Agent/Ambassador to verify the sender’s (winner’s) details.
Prizes can be redeemed in Php 1,000 denomination at any Prince Hypermart branch nationwide and shall be used to purchase goods only until November 31, 2019. No exchange will be given if full gift certificate amount is not used up.
Participating Branches: All Prince Hypermart branches nationwide
It has been the habit of overseas Filipino workers (OFW) to surprise their families back home with food, whenever there is a special occasion such as birthdays, graduation, holidays, or sometimes, even just on a regular day. Bonding na kasi talaga ng pamilyang Pinoy ang pagkain.
Watch: Isang OFW, pina-iyak ang kanyang magulang sa kanyang sorpresa.
This is made possible now because of the internet – where OFWs can select the product they want to send to their families and pay for it as well, all done thru their mobile phones. Isa na d’yan angBeamAndGo.
BeamAndGo does not only empower OFWs when it comes to taking control of their remittances dahil sagot na rin namin ang salu-salo ng pamilya mo with their most favorite jollylicious, juicylicious, only the best-tasting Langhap Sarap Meals thru Jollibee Padala!
Choose from sixLanghap Sarap Mealsna pwedeng i-deliver door-to-door sa iyong beneficiary o i-dine-in or i-pick-up sa pinakamalapit na Jollibee sa kanila! Alin man ang piliin mo, tiyak na swak ‘yan sa dami ng pamilya, busog na busog pa sila:
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WHAT OUR OFW BEAMERS SAY This is Leonida Bayas, isang overseas Filipino sa Saudi Arabia. Dahil sa distansya mula sa pamilya, humanap siya ng paraan upang masorpresa ang kanyang minamahal sa Pasig City sa darating nitong kaarawan, until she stumbled upon Jollibee Padala thru BeamAndGoon Facebook.
From then on, hindi na naging hadlang ang distansya sa pag-papadama ng pagmamahal ni Leonida sa pamilya, ano mang okasyon, wala mang okasyon. Kaya naman very proud ang BeamAndGoto be a part of her family’s celebration dito sa Pinas. 🧡
Kabayan! Tulad ni Leonida, you won’t be able to miss your loved ones’ birthdays even you’re miles away dahil pwede mo ipalasap ang sarap ng paboritong Langhap Sarap Meals nila thru BeamAndGo!
Since BeamAndGo was born to help OFWs and your families, registration here is FOR FREE! Simply visit our websitewww.beamandgo.com and click the “SIGN UP FOR FREE” button. You only need to provide some of your details (full name, location overseas, valid email address and mobile number). Once you’re done, makakatanggap ka ng email from us na successful ang iyong registration. It will only take 2-3 minutes to register, less hassle lang ‘di ba?
2. LOG-IN YOUR ACCOUNT AND CHOOSE THE MEAL YOU WANT TO SEND.
Next thing to do is LOG IN your BeamAndGousername and head over to our STORE PAGE. Scroll down and under “Food Padala” category, choose from six different Langhap Sarap Mealsthat your want to purchase for your loved ones!
STEP 3. ENTER YOUR BENEFICIARY’S DETAILS.
Fill in your beneficiary’s FULL NAME, MOBILE NUMBER, and COMPLETE ADDRESS. Siguraduhing kumpleto ang address, at mas maganda kung ilalagay mo rin ang landmark para mas madaling ma-locate ang kinalulugaran ng beneficiary mo. Also, be careful lang sa pag-fi-fill in ng details para siguradong matatanggap kaagad nilang ang iyong sorpresa!
Here’s a TIP: Don’t forget to use your CASHBACK and CREDITS para maka-discount sa iyong padala! Sa bawat padala mo, makakaipon ka rin ng CASHBACK na maaari mong gamiting muli sa susunod na padala mo thruBeamAndGo.
Last step is you can now proceed to checkout. You can pay via credit card, debit card (PayPal), online bank transfer, at kung gusto mong magbayad ng cash, pwedeng-pwede kang pumunta sa remittance centers na tumatanggap ng BDO deposit, PNB Overseas Offices, and through our partners – Pacific Ace (Hong Kong & Macau), CanPayBills (Canada), and PayRemit!
AND THAT’S IT! Upon receipt of order, Jollibeewill contact the beneficiary within 48 hours to confirm his/her preferred date and time of delivery, dine-in or pick-up. And voilà! Ganoon lang kadali, Kabayan! Hassle free na, nakamura ka na at nakaipon ng cashback, nasorpresa mo pa ang iyong minamahal sa Pinas ano mang okasyon, wala mang okasyon. Talagang hindi problema ang distansya basta naka-BeamAndGoka!
Order and Delivery Policy:
The processing schedule of transactions is from 9AM to 3PM (Philippine Time). Transactions received after 3PM (PHT) will be processed the next day.
Jollibee Delivery is available in selected key areas across the country from 8AM – 9PM (Philippine Time). For areas not covered, the recipient/beneficiary has the option to dine in or pick-up the meal package provided at the Jollibee store of his choice. For the list of Jollibee stores nationwide, click here.
The beneficiary or representative should present any valid government ID to our rider /store representative upon receipt of the Jollibee Padala Meal Package for verification purposes.
The intended recipient/beneficiary agrees to accept delivery of the products at the agreed time and place of delivery. If the recipient/beneficiary is not in the agreed time and place, the order shall be considered sold and non refundable.
Ano pa ang hinihintay mo? Ibida na ang saya sa pamilya with their favorite Langhap Sarap Meals! Subok na rito sa BeamAndGoat simulan na ang wais na pag-sorpresa sa minamahal mo, dagdag pa ang mas wais pagpapadala ng iyong perang kinikita!
This is Leonida Bayas, isang overseas Filipino sa Saudi Arabia. Dahil sa distansya mula sa pamilya, humanap siya ng paraan upang masorpresa ang kanyang minamahal sa Pasig City sa darating nitong kaarawan, until she stumbled upon 
Ano pa ang hinihintay mo? Ibida na ang saya sa pamilya with their favorite 
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