As storm clouds loomed over the small fishing island of Cabul-an in Buenavista, Bohol, the sea—the community’s lifeline—fell eerily still. For days, local fishermen were unable to sail due to the recent low-pressure area (LPA), halting the island’s primary source of income. But amid the uncertainty and struggle, a wave of relief arrived—this time not from the sea, but from a trusted name in online gaming: WinZir.
Through its “Bet for a Cause” initiative, WinZir partnered with BCC Cabul-an Church to deliver relief packs filled with rice and essential groceries to dozens of families affected by the economic disruption. The program, rooted in the belief that betting should not only bring entertainment but also uplift communities, marked another milestone in WinZir’s mission to turn play into purpose.
“We believe gaming should also be giving,” said Miss Amistoso, Marketing Manager. “This initiative reminds us that while we celebrate wins in games, we must also show up for those facing life’s toughest challenges.”
Cabul-an, a tight-knit island community, relies almost entirely on fishing for its livelihood. But with the turbulent seas brought by the LPA, daily sustenance became an uncertainty. The donation from WinZir, made directly to families identified by the local church, brought not only physical nourishment but also emotional reassurance.
The relief drive reached dozens of households, providing rice, canned goods, noodles, and other daily necessities to help tide them over until the sea is safe once more.
While WinZir has built its name in the online gaming scene as a PAGCOR-licensed, trusted platform since 2022, its “Bet for a Cause” campaign is a clear message that success isn’t just measured in wins and revenue—it’s measured in lives touched and communities strengthened.
This isn’t the first time WinZir has stepped beyond the digital realm. From supporting the Ati tribe in Naga City to ongoing campaigns in underserved areas, the brand continues to champion a form of corporate responsibility rooted in Filipino values: Malasakit, Bayanihan, and Pag-asa.
As the country grapples with debates on the future of online gaming and its place in public life, WinZir sets itself apart—not just by complying with every regulation set by PAGCOR, but by showing how digital platforms can be a force for good.
Their message is simple: Behind every screen is a real person. Behind every bet is a chance to give back.
And in Cabul-an, that message is felt in every home, every warm meal, and every hopeful heart waiting for calmer seas.
