THE SECOND Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) commended the Department of Finance for its recent initiative to consolidate and streamline tax incentive availments for the education sector through Revenue Regulations No. 13-2025.

These new regulations aim to simplify processes and enhance access to fiscal incentives for educational investments—a significant step toward strengthening private sector participation in the country’s education system.

In its numerous consultations with stakeholders and leading corporate foundations under the Adopt-a-School Program, EDCOM 2 has consistently observed the crucial role of private sector engagement in addressing systemic challenges in Philippine education.

These challenges—ranging from inadequate infrastructure and learning materials to under-resourced programs—extend beyond what government resources alone can address.

Since 2018, the Commission found that only 476 tax endorsements have been availed by private organizations. While this reflects a willingness to contribute, many entities have been discouraged by administrative hurdles and unclear incentive mechanisms.

The DOF’s move directly addresses these concerns.

By streamlining the process, the new policy makes it easier and more predictable for private entities to access tax incentives. This, in turn, encourages greater philanthropic and corporate support for education and fosters a stronger, more responsive public-private partnership framework.

It ensures that private sector contributions—whether in facilities, technology, training, or other educational services—can be mobilized more effectively and directed where they are most needed.

EDCOM 2 Co-Chairperson Rep. Roman Romulo stated, “The issuance of Revenue Regulation No. 13-2025 is a timely and strategic measure to increase private sector participation in the development of our DepEd schools. By streamlining the process, private entities will find it more accessible and efficient to invest in schools that need support the most.”

“In our mission to improve access to quality education, we need all the help we can get. Government resources alone aren’t enough to fix our education system. This initiative helps scale up support for learners nationwide,” added Executive Director Dr. Karol Mark Yee.

“The private sector is a crucial partner in addressing the challenges in our education system. By streamlining tax incentive availments, we can encourage stronger private sector participation in developing and strengthening our public schools,” said EDCOM 2 Co-Chairperson Senator Win Gatchalian.

EDCOM 2 remains committed to strengthening public-private partnerships as part of broader reforms to improve education quality, access, and outcomes.