THE DE LA SALLE  University Science Foundation (DLSU-SFI) and BDO Foundation formalized their partnership for the La Salle Botanical Gardens (LSBG) through a ceremonial signing held this week at the BDO Corporate Center in Ortigas.

The collaboration aims to strengthen BDO Foundation’s Employee Volunteer Program while supporting LSBG’s environmental and educational initiatives.

Representing DLSU-SFI were Br. Raymundo Suplido FSC, President of DLSU-SFI, and Mr. Jorge Buenaventura, Project Director of LSBG.

BDO Foundation President Mario Deriquito led the signing for the foundation, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and meaningful volunteer engagement.

Br. Suplido highlighted the shared values behind the partnership, describing it as a commitment to service, stewardship, and sustainability, as well as a symbol of hope for greater collective impact.

The event also marked the foundation’s partnership with Manila Central University (MCU), represented by President Dr. Renato Tanchoco Jr. and Ms. Mary Grace Antioquia, Head of MCU External Affairs Office, for initiatives on financial literacy and community empowerment.

DLSU-SFI welcomed the partnership as an opportunity to nurture both people and the planet through the initiatives of the La Salle Botanical Gardens.