GMA airs Tibay ng Pusong Pilipino this Sunday

PRESS STATEMENT FROM GMA-7, published as is:



With the recent devastation caused by the powerful typhoon that hit some parts of the Visayas region, GMA Network mounts a special titled Tibay ng Pusong Pilipino, a telethon for the benefit of the victims of typhoon Yolanda. This special airs on Sunday (November 17) from 12nn to 3pm.


GMA artists and News and Public Affairs personalities join forces in this live fund raising event. All proceeds and donations will go to the disaster relief operations of GMA Kapuso Foundation and Yes Pinoy Foundation.


Also, get to watch Kapuso artist Julie Anne San Jose as she performs "Pagbangon," a song dedicated to provide hope amidst the destruction brought by typhoon Yolanda.


And for only 25 pesos, "Pagbangon" can now be downloaded on OPM2GO and all proceeds will go to the survivors through GMA Kapuso Foundation.


The official video of Pagbangon can also be viewed on YouTube and each “view” corresponds to a certain amount that will also be donated to help all those affected.


Composed by Edward Mitra with lyrics by Joseph Saguid, "Pagbangon" will also be available on iTunes and can be used as a ringback tone soon.