RATP Dev Manila (RATP), the consultant for Light Rail Manila Corporation and a major player in the public transportation sector, has officially renewed its partnership with the Binhi English Literacy Foundation, Inc. (BINHI) for a fourth consecutive year. This renewed commitment to championing literacy for young Filipino learners was formalized with the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on September 25, 2025, at the RATP Dev Manila office in Makati City.
This expanded collaboration focuses on supporting Jose Rizal Elementary School (JRES) in Pasay City. It is a strong reflection of RATP Dev Manila’s commitment to corporate social responsibility, guided by its core values: united, caring, effective, and daring.
United in Purpose: Fostering Literacy Growth
The partnership was formalized by RATP’s Director, Mr. Pascal Rene Francis Pellacoeur,, JRES’ Principal, Ms. Norma B. Jamon, and BINHI’s Executive Director, Ms. Suzette Balgos.
This unity between three distinct sectors—public transport (RATP), a non-profit organization (BINHI), and a public school (JRES)—underscores a powerful, shared vision for literacy development. By uniting their efforts, the three organizations will deliver a comprehensive intervention to strengthen foundational education for Kindergarten and Grade 1 students.
Caring for Our Young Learners
This partnership is rooted in a deep commitment to the welfare of the communities they serve. RATP Dev Manila’s support is a direct investment in the future of the children at Jose Rizal Elementary School.
RATP’s involvement marks an expansion of a successful program that, since 2022, has already supported 67 struggling readers and 9 dedicated teachers from the school.
Effective in Impact: Expanding Reach and Results
The commitment for School Year 2025-2026 ensures a holistic approach, allowing the program to expand its reach. The BINHI Learning Program, which provides critical reading intervention, will grow from supporting one class to two classes (Kindergarten and Grade 1).
This expansion demonstrates an effective strategy to scale a proven literacy model and reach a greater number of young learners and educators in the community—individuals who hold the key to the nation’s future.Daring to Lead: Investing in Tomorrow’s Leaders
This collaboration is a bold, daring investment that extends RATP’s corporate boundaries beyond mobility and into literacy development. By funding the expansion of the BINHI Learning Program, RATP is contributing more than just resources; they are fostering self-reliance and creating opportunities for growth. It is a testament to the belief that national progress is realized through impactful, collaborative service.
This expanded partnership stands as a shining example of a shared vision: a generation of Filipino children empowered by knowledge and poised for success.
