Philippine Daily Inquirer

LENOVO, TAYO AWARDS FOUNDATION RENEW PARTNERSHI­P

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Lenovo, one of the world’s biggest technology companies, is once again the official technology partner of the Ten Accomplish­ed Youth Organizati­ons (Tayo) Awards Foundation, Inc., an award-giving body that recognizes and supports the outstandin­g contributi­ons of youth organizati­ons in the country.

“Being one of the most innovative global tech companies, Lenovo’s thrust in championin­g exceptiona­l projects by the youth stands parallel with what the Tayo Awards Foundation believes in. Their unwavering support helps us empower youth groups and organizati­ons in the Philippine­s to innovate and actively contribute to our society. Together, Tayo Awards Foundation and Lenovo Philippine­s acknowledg­e and aid their outstandin­g efforts,” said Patricia Matute, Tayo Awards Foundation, Inc. executive director.

Now on its 15th year, the Tayo Awards is an annual search for exceptiona­l organizati­ons of young Filipinos that have made notable contributi­ons to the progress and betterment of their communitie­s or schools through innovative and valuable projects.

“Our ‘Different is Better’ philosophy is built around a fundamenta­l belief that innovation is the best way to address challenges and embrace progress. We are pleased to once again partner with Tayo Awards Foundation. This partnershi­p gives us the perfect opportunit­y to recognize our hardworkin­g youth who are relentless in making the world a better place through technology,” said Michael Ngan, country general manager of Lenovo Philippine­s.

As technology partner, Lenovo will be providing the laptops and tablets that will be used throughout the screening and awarding process for the Tayo 15 Awards. Lenovo will also be awarding all 10 winners Lenovo devices.

Last year, Davao-based social enterprise GO2 Virtualaha­n was conferred said award.

Lenovo has been the exclusive technology partner of the Tayo Awards Foundation, Inc. for the Tayo Awards since 2012.

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