The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has distributed cash grants to residents of Legazpi City, Albay, as part of its ongoing humanitarian response to assist families affected by the continued unrest of Mayon Volcano.
The cash grant distribution, which took place in the city proper, targeted vulnerable households that have been displaced or whose livelihoods have been disrupted by the volcano’s sustained activity. Mayon Volcano remains under alert level 3, with pyroclastic flows and ashfall affecting dozens of villages across the province.
PRC Chairman Richard Gordon emphasized the organization’s commitment to reaching the most affected communities. “Our volunteers and staff are on the ground to ensure that aid reaches those who need it the most. The cash grants provide families with the flexibility to address their most urgent needs, whether it be food, medicine, or temporary shelter,” Gordon said in a statement.
The distribution was carried out with support from local government units and PRC chapters across Albay. Beneficiaries were identified through rapid assessments conducted in evacuation centers and host communities. Each qualifying household received a cash allocation intended to supplement their daily nutritional and basic needs during the period of displacement.
According to PRC, the cash grant program is part of a broader emergency response plan that also includes the distribution of relief goods, hygiene kits, and psychosocial support services for affected children and families. The organization has maintained a continuous presence in Legazpi City and other parts of Albay since Mayon’s unrest escalated earlier this year.
The Philippine Red Cross continues to appeal for public donations to sustain its relief operations in the region. Interested donors may contact the PRC Legazpi chapter or visit the organization’s official website for more information on how to contribute.
Local officials of Legazpi City expressed gratitude to the Red Cross for the timely assistance, noting that many families remain in evacuation centers and rely heavily on external aid as the uncertainty surrounding Mayon’s activity persists.