Globe joins collective effort to protect the shores of Sarangani at the SarBay Festival

The Sarangani Bay Festival, or SarBay Fest, has always been a vibrant celebration of music, culture, and coastal beauty. But this year, Globe made sure the spotlight also shone on something deeper: protecting the very shores that bring thousands of people together

Over 100 volunteers gathered at Reyes Beach in Barangay Gumasa for the annual SarBay Coastal Clean-Up. The group included Globe employees and Globe Trade Distribution partners. There were representatives from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) as well. Students from Mindanao State University–General Santos participated, along with Bantay Dagat members and staff from the Provincial Government of Sarangani. Together, they collected more than 100 bags of waste. The waste included items such as plastic bottles, straws, cigarette butts, old clothes, tin cans, and rubber debris.

“It’s easy to celebrate a beautiful beach—but it takes real heart to help preserve it,” said Waldem Hassan, Territory Business Head. “At Globe, we believe that real progress isn’t just about faster connections or new technology. It’s also about showing up for the communities we serve, and that includes protecting the environment they call home. This clean-up is one small act in our bigger commitment to create a Globe of Good.”

The Sarangani Bay Festival is the biggest beach festival in Mindanao. More fondly known as SarBay Fest, it draws massive crowds to the white sand shores of Glan, Sarangani. But beyond the vibrant concerts, parties, and coastal fun, SarBay promotes environmental consciousness. It does this through activities like mangrove planting and beach cleanups. These activities all aim to preserve the natural beauty of Sarangani Bay.

Globe is proud to support SarBay Fest and other local celebrations across the Philippines. They show up not only to bring connectivity but also to contribute to the joy. Globe adds meaning behind every community gathering. Whether it’s a small town fiesta or a major cultural event, Globe continues to be present at festivals nationwide. They celebrate local spirit. They support sustainability and help create moments that truly matter.