Rural Bankers Association of the Philippines

Empowering Rural Banks in the Philippines: Workshop on Shared Digital and Technology Infrastructure.

On National Heroes Day, we remember the Filipinos whose bravery and sacrifices paved the way for the freedom we enjoy today. May their legacy inspire us to serve our country in our own meaningful ways.

Please be advised that the RBAP Office will be closed on August 31, 2026, in observance of National Heroes Day. Regular operations will resume on September 1, 2026.

We are proud to share the Rural Banking Consciousness Week 2026 Philstar Special Supplement, highlighting how rural banks strengthen financial resilience, embrace digital innovation, and continue serving communities across the country.

This three-page special feature would not have been possible without the generous support of our advertisers— Philippine Guarantee Corporation (PGC), the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP), and the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation - PDIC (PDIC). Thank you for helping us amplify the vital role and enduring impact of rural banks in nation-building.

Grab a copy of The Philippine Star today! Print copies are available at select branches of 7-Eleven, Lawson, Uncle John’s, National Book Store, Mercury Drug, and convenience stores at major gas stations.

✈️ Book your flights early and save!

Delegates attending the 2026 RBAP Annual National Convention and General Membership Meeting are encouraged to take advantage of the Philippine Airlines Seat Sale until August 30, 2026.

Secure your flights now and join us on November 17–18, 2026, at Conrad Manila, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

Book now—we look forward to seeing you there!

Celebrating Rural Banking Consciousness Week 2026! 🎉

RBAP President Atty. Patrick Bryan E. Absin, together with the RBAP Acting Executive Director Concepcion "Ching" Garcia and RBAP Secretariat, proudly joins the celebration under the theme, “Strengthening Financial Resilience through Rural Banks.”

Together, we recognize the vital role of rural banks in empowering communities and advancing financial inclusion across the country.

As part of the celebration of Rural Banking Consciousness Week 2026, RBAP officers and directors, in partnership with the Philippine Red Cross, conducted a feeding program and donated school supplies to preschool children.

This meaningful activity reflects the rural banking community’s commitment to uplifting lives and creating a positive impact beyond banking—one community at a time.

Courtesy: Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)

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