Creating Brighter Beginnings: RMHC Philippines Opens Ronald McDonald Bahay Bulilit Learning Center in Marikina

"For us at McDonald’s and RMHC, making a difference in communities, especially through education has and will always be part of who we are and what we do—from early childhood education, all the way to preparing students to be workforce ready.“ ~Marie Angeles, Executive Director of RMHC Philippines

Photo from Left (in-front): Kap. Zaldy Josef, Shiela Josef (Brgy. Sto Nino, Hazel Militante (City Social Welfare Development Officer, Marikina City), Hon. Mayor Marjorie Ann “Maan” Teodoro, Congressman Marcy Teodoro, City Councilor Angel Nunez (Marikina City), Margot B. Torres (Managing Director, McDonald’s Philippines & Vice President, RMHC), Marie Angeles (Executive Director, RMHC), and Rev. Fr. Arvin Jerome Piedad (Diocesan Shrine and Parish of Nuestra Señora de los Desamparados) Photo from Right (back): Austin Torres (Public Affairs Senior Manager, McDonald’s Philippines), Atty. Jiji and Alex Fernandez (Owner Operators, McDonald’s Philippines)

McDonald's Philippines, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Philippines, and the City Government of Marikina celebrate the opening of the 57th Ronald McDonald Bahay Bulilit Learning Center in Barangay Sto. Niño, Marikina City, creating brighter beginnings for young learners and reaffirming their shared commitment to advancing early childhood education in Filipino communities.

For many Filipino parents, balancing work and ensuring their children receive a quality early childhood education continues to be a daily challenge. For Monica Dela Cruz, the tricycle driver in Barangay Sto. Niño, a mother of three from Marikina City, is all too familiar with this reality.

The primary provider for the family, Monica, juggles working long hours on the road with caring for her children. This year, her three-year-old son will begin preschool, which represents yet another important turning point for her family. There are new responsibilities and objectives associated with this new chapter.

Stories like Monica's emphasize the value of easily accessible, community-based early childhood education and show the struggles that many diligent Filipino families face.

In response to this need, McDonald's Philippines and Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Philippines formally opened the 57th Ronald McDonald Bahay Bulilit Learning Center in Barangay Sto on June 26, 2026. Niño, Marikina City. Young children can acquire the basic literacy, numeracy, and socioemotional skills required for formal education in a safe, encouraging, and stimulating environment at the learning center.

"The opening of the Ronald McDonald Bahay Bulilit Learning Center reflects our shared commitment to making quality early childhood education more accessible for every child. Ito po ay magiging daan upang mas marami pa sa ating mga kabataan ang magkaroon ng pagkakataong makatanggap ng dekalidad na edukasyon sa isang ligtas, maayos, at nurturing environment.” ~Mayor Marjorie Ann "Maan" Teodoro of Marikina City

The Ronald McDonald Bahay Bulilit Learning Center is another important step in McDonald's and RMHC Philippines' continuous efforts to expand access to high-quality early childhood education in underprivileged communities. With 57 Ronald McDonald Bahay Bulilit Learning Centers currently serving Filipino children nationwide, McDonald's and RMHC continue to create educational opportunities that support children's development, families' success, and communities' strength.

"Malaki talaga ang pasasalamat ko sa McDonald’s Philippines at Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Philippines sa pagbigay ng Bahay Bulilit Learning Center sa Brgy. Sto Nino, sa Marikina sapagkat matitiyak kong makakatanggap ng tamang edukasyon ang aking bunsong anak.” ~For parents like Monica

In keeping with its mission of empowering families, bolstering communities, and helping children access high-quality early childhood education, RMHC Philippines is expanding its network of 57 Ronald McDonald Bahay Bulilit Learning Centers across the country, one learning center at a time.

About McDonald’s Philippines

McDonald’s Philippines master franchise holders Dr. George T. Yang & Kenneth S. Yang brought McDonald’s to the Philippines in 1981. Since then, McDonald’s in the Philippines has been a formidable player in the country’s quick-service restaurant industry, having grown a network of over 860 stores nationwide. McDonald’s Philippines continues to aspire to make a difference in communities where it operates through its charity of Choice, Ronald McDonald House Charities Philippines.

About Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Philippines

Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) is the charity of choice of McDonald’s. RMHC Philippines was established in 1996 to make a difference in the lives of Filipino children through programs that support children’s rights to education, health and happiness. It has helped more than 13 million children all over the country. Through the generosity and trust of corporate partners and individuals, RMHC Philippines has raised over PhP350 million to support their flagship programs.