In response to the devastating impact of the intensified southwest monsoon across Luzon, Grab Philippines and MOVE IT have rolled out a comprehensive disaster relief and community support initiative. The effort addresses both immediate needs and long-term recovery for thousands of Filipinos affected by severe flooding and widespread displacement.
The initiative provides urgent aid and continuing support for Grab’s ecosystem — including drivers, delivery-partners, merchants, and consumers — and is being carried out in close coordination with local government units (LGUs) and national agencies.
“Our hearts go out to all the communities affected by this week’s extreme weather,” said Ronald Roda, Managing Director of Grab Philippines. “As a platform deeply embedded in the everyday lives of Filipinos, we see it as our responsibility to step up in moments of crisis and support the people who rely on us — not just through services, but through solidarity.”
Roda adds:
“We are fully mobilized to assist our partners and the public through targeted financial relief, medical support, and coordinated aid distribution. Our goal is to help impacted families and partners recover safely and swiftly.”
Support for Driver- and Delivery-Partners
Support for Driver- and Delivery-PartnersGrab and MOVE IT have reactivated their GrabCare and MOVE IT Malasakit programs to provide direct aid to partners affected by the typhoon. Key measures include:
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Calamity Assistance: One-time financial grants for eligible drivers and riders whose vehicles were damaged due to flooding and storm-related incidents.
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Medical & Hospitalization Coverage: In partnership with Cocolife, Grab is covering emergency and hospital expenses for typhoon-related injuries at accredited medical facilities.
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Loan Repayment Holiday: A temporary suspension of microloan payments for qualified drivers in Metro Manila, Baguio, and Pampanga to alleviate financial pressure in hard-hit areas.
Grab’s Emergency Response Unit (ERU) — a dedicated crisis response team — is on heightened alert, working closely with emergency services to ensure safety and assistance for both partners and passengers throughout the typhoon’s aftermath.
Community Relief and Recovery Operations
Grab’s relief efforts go beyond its partner network and extend to broader community recovery through coordinated outreach and donation initiatives. Current activities include:
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Relief Operations & Clean-Up Drives: Ongoing coordination with LGUs for the second phase of response — focusing on food distribution, debris clearing, and community rebuilding.
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On-Ground Monitoring: Active tracking of conditions to adapt programs based on the evolving needs of affected communities.
Grab has also reactivated its GrabBayanihan donation program, allowing users to convert GrabRewards points into donation vouchers for McDonald’s Kindness Kitchen and World Vision. Available in denominations of PHP20, PHP50, and PHP100, vouchers can be redeemed for as few as 60 points — helping scale food relief and community support initiatives.
A Long-Term Commitment to Resilience and Recovery
A Long-Term Commitment to Resilience and RecoveryThis mobilization is part of Grab’s broader commitment to building a more resilient, inclusive, and supportive society. The company continues to work with government agencies and civil society organizations to develop sustainable programs for recovery and long-term welfare — especially for platform workers, micro-entrepreneurs, and underserved sectors.
“We’re not just a technology platform — we’re a partner to the Filipino people,” Roda concluded. “We stand with our communities in both everyday life and times of crisis, always ready to respond, support, and rebuild together.”