Mae began helping stranded foreigners in 2015 but publicly introduced her humanitarian advocacy in 2026 after witnessing their struggles being shared online.
Filipino educator Dr. Maria Mercedes Rodrigo will lead an international organization of over 1,500 members across 40 countries focused on artificial intelligence in education.
For Joel Cabugos and Jax Reyes, building KasKasan Buddies meant creating more than content, developing a community where Filipinos could learn from one another.
Beyond decorating and renovation, Home Buddies has become a space where Filipinos discuss sustainability, household concerns, and ways to improve everyday life.
Frances’ disciplined leadership helped Home Buddies preserve its supportive atmosphere even as the Facebook community expanded to more than 3.2 million members.
By creating Home Buddies, Frances Cabatuando gave Filipinos an online neighborhood where home concerns could be discussed with openness, warmth, and practical understanding.