The Rotary Club of Alabang Madrigal Business Park presented the Icons of Change Muntinlupa event on November 14, 2025, at the luxurious Laguna Ballroom of The Bellevue Manila in Alabang, Muntinlupa City. This prestigious gathering brought together community leaders, changemakers, and distinguished guests to recognize and celebrate individuals and organizations dedicated to making a lasting impact within their communities. The event served as a platform to honor those whose unwavering dedication and purpose-driven actions inspire others to lead with integrity, compassion, and a shared commitment to service.
The afternoon commenced with a warm registration and welcome, followed by an inspiring opening video and audiovisual presentation that set the tone for an event rooted in service and community upliftment. The program officially opened with the entrance of colors, invocation prayer, the singing of the national anthem, and heartfelt opening remarks that emphasized the significance of unity and collective effort. The event also featured a special message from Senator Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao, inspiring attendees to embody the spirit of service and change.
Throughout the event, moments were captured that reflected the core values of Rotary—transforming heartfelt commitments into tangible actions and turning innovative ideas into sustainable positive change. The celebration was especially meaningful as it aligned with Rotary’s 2025-2026 theme, “Unite for Good,” emphasizing the importance of collaboration and collective effort in achieving lasting progress. It also coincided with the International Year of Peace and Trust, reminding everyone that acts of kindness, integrity, and leadership are vital in fostering a more hopeful and peaceful world.
The highlight of the event was the awards ceremony, which recognized the outstanding contributions of changemakers who have advanced the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Awards were presented across various categories, including government, military, civic, church, business, and community groups, highlighting the diverse ways in which individuals and organizations are making a difference. The presentation of the six Pillars for Change, which serve as the foundation for sustainable impact, further underscored the event’s commitment to values-driven service.
The first part of the Major Awards was dedicated to honoring the Government and Military Pillar Awardees, whose inspirational messages emphasized the importance of service, integrity, and dedication. Following this, a special intermission performance provided a moment of respite during the entertainment break. The second part of the awards focused on civic and church pillar awardees, celebrating those who continue to uplift society through faith, compassion, and service.
As the afternoon drew to a close, heartfelt messages from the organizers and winners echoed the theme that real change begins with each individual’s commitment to serve. The event concluded with a grand closing ceremony and recessional, leaving attendees inspired and motivated to continue their journey as agents of positive change. The Icons of Change Muntinlupa 2025 was more than an awards night; it was a powerful affirmation of the collective potential of dedicated individuals and organizations to shape a better future. It celebrated the spirit of hope, trust, and unity, reminding everyone that every act of compassion and leadership contributes to a more peaceful and equitable world. As the event officially concluded, the community left with renewed purpose and a shared vision—transforming ideas into action and inspiring others to follow in the footsteps of these remarkable changemakers.
