Polomolok, South Cotabato – A total of 835 families in Polomolok officially graduated from the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) in a ceremony held on September 4, 2025, at the Polomolok Gymnasium. The event, themed “Pugay Tagumpay sa mga Pamilyang Nagtapos bilang Miyembro-Benepisyaryo ng Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program,” celebrated the successful completion of the program by these beneficiaries, marking their transition towards self-sufficiency.

The graduation, dubbed “4Ps Kalambuan (Pugay Tagumpay),” was attended by key officials and program beneficiaries. Ms. Naifah S. Balindong, the Regional Program Coordinator for 4Ps Region XII, was present to commend the graduates for their dedication and hard work. Mayor Bernie D. Palencia also delivered an inspirational message, highlighting the resilience of the families and the importance of continued progress in their lives.

Arlene O. Alejandro, a program beneficiary, shared her personal testimony, providing a powerful account of how 4Ps has positively impacted her family. The ceremony also featured a cultural celebration, including a lively TikTok dance competition and the search for Mutya ng 4Ps 2025, adding a festive atmosphere to the milestone achievement.

This graduation signifies the families’ ability to move forward without the direct assistance of the 4Ps program, having met the conditions and developed the capacity to support their own well-being. It serves as a testament to the program’s goal of empowering Filipino families to break the cycle of poverty and achieve a better quality of life.