EWRB Strengthens Access to Education in Tayabas City Through Project TIPA
Tayabas City, Philippines, August 2025: EastWest Rural Bank (EWRB) recently took part in the launch of Project TIPA (Tailoring Inclusivity through Provision of Access), an initiative of the DepEd Tayabas City Division in Region 4A aimed at improving access to education for Kabataang Tayabasin, particularly Students at Risk of Dropping Out (SARDOs) and Pupils at Risk of Dropping Out (PARDOs) due to financial constraints in transportation.
As the only private lending institution invited to the launch, alongside other institutions, EWRB’s participation underscored the Division’s recognition of its role in championing community-centered initiatives.
Through Project TIPA, the Division will implement school-based efforts to enhance educational access by providing bicycles to students, helping ease transportation burdens and improve school attendance. A total of 14 remote schools were identified as beneficiaries of the program
- Ilasan Integrated School
- Mate Integrated School
- Pandakake Integrated School
- Valencia Elementary School
- Katigan Alupay Elementary School
- Masin Elementary School
- East Palale Elementary School
- North Palale Elementary School
- West Palale Elementary School
- Malao-a Calantas Elementary School
- Domoit Elementary School
- Gibanga Elementary School
- Lalo Elementary School
- Alsam Integrated School
In line with its mission “To nurture people” and its core value “I Respond”, EastWest Rural Bank sponsored one (1) bicycle for each of the 13 beneficiary schools. These bicycles are envisioned not only as practical tools to help reduce school absenteeism but also as symbols of shared commitment to education and youth empowerment
By supporting Project TIPA, EWRB continues to strengthen its role as a partner in building stronger, more inclusive communities, helping ensure that no Kabataang Tayabasin is left behind in their educational journey.
Photo 1: Students from Tayabas City proudly receive bicycles sponsored by EastWest Rural Bank through Project TIPA (Tailoring Inclusivity through Provision of Access), an initiative aimed at improving educational access and reducing school absenteeism for students in remote areas.
Photo 2: With their new bicycles from Project TIPA, sponsored by EastWest Rural Bank, Kabataang Tayabasin are ready to pedal closer to their dreams—making school more accessible, one ride at a time.
Photo 3: EastWest Rural Bank turns over bicycles to Tayabas City schools under Project TIPA, helping students overcome transport challenges and stay in school.
