FFCCCI Launches TikTok Video Competition to Showcase Legacy of 6,500 Rural Public School

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) is calling on all creative Filipinos to join its newest digital initiative: a TikTok video competition aimed at highlighting the organization's long-standing commitment to education through its "Operation Barrio Schools" project.

FFCCCIl President Victor Lim announced the launch of the competition, which is open to the general public. The contest invites participants to create engaging and original short-form videos (1 to 2 minutes) centered on the theme of the FFCCCIl's flagship civic project, which has successfully donated and constructed over 6,500 rural public school buildings across the Philippines since its inception in 1961.

"Operation Barrio Schools is a testament to the enduring philanthropy tradition of the Filipino Chinese community in promoting better public education and inclusive national economic development," said President Victor Lim. "Through this TikTok competition, we hope to engage the public and the younger generation, raise awareness about this decades-long project, and showcase how these public schoolbuildings have become symbols of hope and progress in rural communities."

The FFCCCIl, a leading business federation comprising over 170 Filipino Chinese chambers of commerce nationwide, remains dedicated to advocating for sustainable and inclusive economic growth. This video competition serves as a modern platform to bridge the organization's history of philanthropy with the dynamic crcativity of today's digital storytellers.

Over ₱850,000 total cash prizes and the grand prize is ₱120,000.

Category A - My FFCCCII BarrioSchool Journey

Grand Prize - ₱120,000

2nd Place - ₱80,000

3rd Place - ₱50,000

Category B - The FFCCCII BarrioSchools Story

Grand Prize - ₱120,000

2nd Place - ₱80,000

3rd Place - ₱50,000

5 Special Citations - ₱30,000 each:

• President's Choice Award

• Youth Leadership Award

• Media Excellence Award

Education Impact Award

• Community Inspiration Award

20 Notable Entries (Special Consolation Prizes):

₱10,000 each

How to Join:

Interested participants are encouraged to create TikTok videos that capture the spirit and impact of the "Operation Barrio Schools" project. Details regarding specific mechanics, prizes, and deadlines ar explained in next pages.

Aboul FFCCCI:

The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) is dynamic busir organization representing a vast network of Filipino Chinese chambers of commerce throughout Philippines. Committed to national progress, the FFCCCI actively engages in economic programs and projects, with the "Operation Barrio Schools" project being one of its most significant and end contributions to Philippine society.