Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc.
Through our social arm, Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc., we develop programs that address the needs of Filipinos across the country. From providing energy to far-flung communities to working towards food security, our efforts provide a holistic approach in moving Filipinos forward.
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About PSFI
We enable the disadvantaged to become productive and responsible members of society.
Established on August 19, 1982 as the social arm of Shell companies in the Philippines (SciP), Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. (PSFI) is a pioneer in pursuing best practice projects that respond to the needs of Shell worksites and host communities.
To help uplift the lives of the disadvantaged sector in the Philippines, PSFI has been managing social development programmes of national and local scales, ranging from education and skills development (technical, vocational, and agricultural); health, sanitation, and safety; livelihood and enterprise development; environmental stewardship; access to energy; and leadership enhancement and attitude development.
Vision: An organisation sustaining its initiatives in enabling the disadvantaged to become productive and responsible members of Philippine society and in helping strengthen community systems thus contributing to the country’s sustainable development, at all times, upholding the Shell core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for people.
Mission: Guided by its vision, PSFI implements programmes designed to build capacities to promote self-reliance, and develop the potentials of its beneficiaries, both individuals and communities.
PSFI Programmes
As of 2017, Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. has touched the lives of more than 12 million Filipinos.
Shell Movement Against Malaria
Sanayan sa Kakayahang Industriyal (SKIL) (1983-present)
SKIL was a fitting response to the widespread unemployment problem amongst productive youth and the growing demand for middle-level craftsmen here and overseas. It benefits deserving out-of-school youths trained in various technical-vocational courses such as Automotive Servicing, Welding, Pipefitting, Basic Computing, Food & Beverage Servicing; and Small Engine, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Repair.
SKIL scholars are trained in technical schools accredited by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority. Thereafter, they undergo apprenticeship training under the supervision of PSFI's partner enterprises in key industries and are often given opportunities to be hired for regular posts.
Gas Mo, Bukas Ko (GMBK) (2007-present)
GMBK is a programme collaboration among Shell Pilipinas Corporation-Retail, Shell Dealers led by the Association of Pilipinas Shell Dealers, Inc., and PSFI. It aims to provide a better future for Shell station staff through technical-vocational trainings.
GMBK scholars take up courses offered by training partners, all of which are accredited by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority. Course offerings include Automotive Servicing, Computer Hardware Servicing, Motorcycle Repair, Welding, Basic Computer, Bookkeeping, Electronics, and Food & Beverage Servicing.
Most of the graduates of GMBK have remained with Shell, many of whom are now holding managerial and supervisory positions.
Unlad sa Pasada (USP) (2010-present)
USP is a programme for members of Pepeng Pasada Club, Shell Pilipinas Corporation (SPC) - Retail group’s loyalty programme for jeepney drivers and other public utility drivers. It hopes to return the support of Shell’s loyal customers by committing to improve the capacities of their dependents through free education.
USP scholars are provided opportunities to learn and hone their skills on technical-vocational courses such as Automotive Servicing, Computer Hardware Servicing, Motorcycle Repair, Welding, Basic Computer, Bookkeeping, Electronics, and Food & Beverage Servicing. They are then referred to PSFI’s industry partners for internship and possible employment.
Driver Reward and Incentive Programme (DRIVE) (2010-present)
PSFI, Shell Pilipinas Corporation (SPC) Distribution-Road Transport Group, and Shell contracted haulers teamed up to provide technical-vocational skills training to Class A drivers, dispatchers, safety officers, mechanics, and their dependents through the Driver Reward and Incentive Programme (DRIVE). It aims to support them in bettering their lives through enhancing their opportunities for sustainable employment.
Technical-vocational course offerings include Automotive Servicing, Computer Hardware Servicing, Welding, Basic Computer, Bookkeeping, and Food & Beverage Servicing.
DRIVE scholars are referred to PSFI’s industry partners for internship and possible employment.
Shell-PhilDev Scholarship Programme (2013-present)
PSFI, in partnership with the Philippine S&T Development Foundation – Manila, Inc. (PhilDev), has been supporting scholars taking up Science and Engineering courses from various schools all over the country since 2013. The scholarship aims to help Filipino youth in pursuing their studies, enabling them to innovate and create technologies, products, and services that can compete in the global markets and stimulate further economic growth for the Philippines.
