On November 29, Popolo Music Group (PMG) conducted a Thanksgiving relief outreach in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, distributing food assistance to a barangay of 60 families affected by a recent typhoon. The activity was led by Mary Ann Bartoces, who represented PMG and coordinated a team of volunteers to deliver essential food packs directly to the community. The outreach aimed to provide immediate relief, emotional support, and solidarity with families recovering from the disaster. In addition to food distribution, PMG pledged PHP 1 million in further assistance for Negros Oriental, earmarked for school renovations and future community outreach, demonstrating the company’s commitment to long-term recovery and humanitarian support.
Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental — November 29, 2025. As part of its Thanksgiving celebration, Popolo Music Group (PMG) carried out a humanitarian outreach activity in Dumaguete, providing food assistance to a barangay of 60 families affected by the recent typhoon. The initiative reflected PMG’s commitment to compassion-led action and community support during times of crisis.
The outreach was led by Mary Ann Bartoces, who represented Popolo Music Group on the ground and headed a dedicated team of volunteers that traveled to the typhoon-ravaged area. Working closely with local community leaders, the team ensured that food packs containing essential staples were distributed efficiently and respectfully to families who had experienced food shortages and livelihood disruption as a result of the storm.
Throughout the activity, PMG volunteers engaged directly with residents, offering encouragement and solidarity while listening to the challenges faced by families still recovering from the typhoon’s impact. The Thanksgiving-themed outreach emphasized not only the delivery of aid, but also the importance of presence, empathy, and shared resilience during difficult times.
During the visit, PMG also pledged additional long-term assistance totaling PHP 1,000,000 for Negros Oriental. This commitment will support school renovation projects and future outreach initiatives, reinforcing PMG’s belief that disaster response should extend beyond immediate relief and contribute to lasting recovery and community rebuilding.
The Dumaguete outreach forms part of PMG’s broader philanthropic efforts across the Philippines, where the company consistently integrates humanitarian service into its organizational culture. By combining immediate aid with long-term support, PMG seeks to create sustainable impact for communities facing hardship.
About Popolo Music Group (PMG) Popolo Music Group (PMG) is a global music production and artist development company founded by Seoul-based American entrepreneur Paul “Pooh” Lunt and Huong Kim. Guided by its leadership team and a strong ethical framework, PMG aims to make the Philippines a hub for Asian pop music while upholding social responsibility as a core value. Beyond music, PMG actively supports communities through philanthropic initiatives that fund outreach programs, disaster relief, educational support, and community development projects nationwide. Through sustained leadership and fully funded charitable efforts, PMG continues to demonstrate that creativity, integrity, and compassion can move forward together. PMG is scheduled to release its first PPOP record in June 2026.
About Popolo Music Group
Established in 2024, Popolo Music Group (PMG) is a record company and integrated artist development, management, and music production company focused on building world-class pop talent. Founded by Paul “Pooh” Lunt and Huong Kim, PMG operates on a production-first, ethical model that supports artists through structured training and long-term career development. PMG also operates Popolo Live, its concert and events division responsible for live performances, showcases, and community engagements across the Philippines and international markets.
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