ISSUE 1 VOLUME XXXV YEAR 2009

The Official Newsletter of the Philippine-New York Junior Chamber (Jaycees), Inc.

RAY SIMMONS PUBLICATION OF THE YEAR

(MOST OUTSTANDING NEWSLETTER FOR 2008)
Tambuli
A Glorious Night of
Faith and Tradition
The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber (Jaycees), Inc., in
collaboration with Filipino-American Human Services, Inc. (FAHSI)
and Collaborative Opportunities for Raising Empowerment (CORE)
held a remarkable Simbang Gabi at the Philippine Consulate on
December 12, 2008.

Spearheaded by CDVP Ted Martinez and new member Bel Molina,

the mass was officiated by Fr. Patrick Longalong and music was
provided by CDVP Ted on the piano and RJ Solis on vocals. For the
first time ever, the Philippine-NY Jaycees recreated the nativity scene
in a 30-minute play during the Simbang Gabi.

This is in keeping with the Filipino tradition of reenacting the journey

of Joseph and the expectant Mary in their search for accommodation

President Victor de Leon as Joseph and

member Armi Piamonte as Mary
for the soon-to-be born Jesus Christ. This is
what is traditionally called the "Panunuluyan,"
also called "Pananawagan" and
"Pananapatan."

Simbang Gabi or Mass at Dawn is a nine-day

novena which traditionally begins on December
16 as early as 4 in the morning and culminates
with the “Misa de Gallo” on Christmas Eve to
The Phil-NY Jaycees welcome the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ.

Man’s Perpetual Quest to Attain That
“Better” Physique
By Joe Valdez
Editor-in-Chief
January 28, 2009 - Today marks the end Volume
of the fourth
XXXV, Year-End 2008
week of 2009 and for most of us that means we have
already forgotten about our resolutions for the New
Year. Incredibly, we have pledged ourselves the same
absurd goals every year since we joined the world of
busy professionals and the enthusiasm for those
promises generally fade away without much effort on
our part. Perhaps the most common declaration we find
ourselves making is to develop a healthier body by
exercising like a mad man and following the latest diet
trends. Then we look at ourselves at the end of each
passing year and we somehow managed to gain more
weight.
As a young professional who has employed a number of
different exercise programs over the last ten years, I can
certainly appreciate the challenges involved in achieving
and maintaining that healthy physique we strive for. I
frequent the gym more often than the average bear but
haven’t seen the results that would make me want to
walk around without a shirt on (not that I would).
However, I finally found a magical system that has
allowed me to lose a massive amount of weight while
gaining better health and a much happier life. If you are
serious about improving your health, I encourage you to
give this brilliant method a four week trial and I
guarantee positive results.
This program is actually not a great secret at all. It is one
of the most basic forms of exercise and there is no better
approach to losing weight and gaining better health than
this. I personally like to refer to it as running.
Amazingly, within four weeks after initiating a running
program, I lost over 12 pounds and that was while eating
the same horrible diet that I have always had. After
seven weeks, I had dropped 17 pounds. This was not
accomplished by running marathons everyday. I simply
ran three or four times each week for a minimum of 30
minutes during each session. Besides losing weight, I
feel much more vigorous and confident about my
appearance. More importantly, I am now able to chase
after a New York City bus for more than half a block
without coming close to having a massive heart attack.
Of course the real challenge is getting started and then
adhering to the program for more than two days. On
random days, I am able to follow the motivational Nike
motto that commands us to “just do it”, but that is not
always the case. Most of us are better at conceiving
excuses not to do something than actually doing the
undertaking. We are always too busy, too tired, too sick,
and if we do not have an excuse, we simply fool
ourselves by saying that there is always tomorrow.
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I found that the best way to light a torch under our
behind is to have someone else do it. Whenever we are
not motivated to exercise, a workout buddy or buddies
can be invaluable. With a workout buddy, running is a
genuine delight. I have been fortunate to have someone
run with me at nights through my neighborhood and a
group of friends who I run with in Central Park during
the weekends. Occasionally, we participate in fun races
held by the NY Road Runners club. Without my running
partners, I often find myself dragging my sluggish body
through my runs.
Another great motivator that I find very effective has
been setting short term goals that I try to reach every two
weeks. For instance, I set targets to improve my time for
each mile or to increase my distance for each run. By
achieving these mini milestones, I feel a sense of
accomplishment. Longer term objectives such as losing
10 pounds should be made with reasonable timeframes
and should not be assessed frequently to avoid
discouraging thoughts. Since I am major gadget geek, I
invested in a high end heart rate monitor with GPS that
connects to my computer. This device allows me to
monitor just about everything about my runs including
speed, heart rate, elevation changes, and since it receives
satellite signals I am able to view my runs on Google
Map. Being able to measure and observe my
progressions has kept me inspired to challenge myself
further.
I am now a believer that running is the most effective
method to achieve a healthier body. After major knee
reconstruction surgery, my doctor had advised me to
avoid running and I should simply stick to other
exercises suck as biking or fast walking. Those exercises
did not have as much of an impact on my health and
were not as fun. Running somehow changed my entire
attitude towards working out and I am now a new
healthier man because of it.
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Through the Tambuli, we share announcements,

knowledge and information with our readers. More
importantly, we share ourselves as Jaycees and the
Jaycee principles we believe in with our audience.

As we begin 2009, we are delighted to share with you

Greetings Fellow Jaycees and Friends!
It is with great delight that I welcome you to the
very first edition of our award-winning newsletter,
‘Tambuli.’ It is an instrument, native to the
Philippines, which is made of Carabao (water
buffalo) horns. In the olden days, a Tambuli is used
to summon tribe members and make
announcements. The Tambuli of The Philippine-
New York Jaycees conceptually serves the same
purpose. Although not used to summon tribe
members, our newsletter is useful in calling the
attention of members and friends of Jaycees.
some exciting news and plan that we have for the
year! As you read ahead, you will discover the
projects we have in store in the different areas of
opportunities that we offer. From the workshops and
seminars of the Individual Development; services of
the Membership Area; connections of the
International Affairs; business opportunities of
Management Development; to the availability of
many volunteer opportunities in the Community
Development area.
Once again, we welcome you to an exciting year
ahead. We hope to see you in our events and projects;
and we look forward to a year of much learning and
amazing opportunities!
In Jaycees,
Elaine Magalona-Dayoan
2009 Chapter President
The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber, Inc.
www.philnyjaycees.org

A New Year’s message from 2009 JCI President Jun Sup Shin
Dear JCI members,

Challenges abound everywhere. As JCI members and active citizens, we will help our
organization and our communities face those challenges, surmount obstacles, take
advantage of opportunities, and thus contribute to move the world towards peace,
development and prosperity.

We will achieve Global Impact through Local Action, our motto for 2009, addressing
climate change in particular. By taking actions locally as active citizens, we can achieve
worldwide impact.

Focusing on our new Vision, “to be the leading global network of young active citizens,”
we will carry out our Mission -- “to provide development opportunities that empower
young people to create positive change.” And we will seek to offer those opportunities to
an increasing number of young people in 2009.

For more info, go to JCI website: www.jci.cc


Philippine-New York Jaycees Brings Home Major Awards
The Phil-NY Jaycees
The Philippine-New York Jaycees
brings home major awards from the
New York State Year-End
Convention in East Syracuse, NY.
The Philippine-New York Jaycees
have proven, once again, that they
are the chapter to beat, during the
New York State Jaycees Year-End
Convention held at the Embassy
Suites Hotel in East Syracuse.
Following are the major awards
received by the chapter including,
most notably, the most coveted
year-end award - Chapter of the
Year!
16 chapters compete for these
awards every year and we are proud
to bring home all of the major
awards for the year. The Chapter
last earned this prestigious award in
1999 under the term of JCI. Sen
Richard Aguinaldo. The chapter
also won this award during the
terms of JCI Sen. Rollie Balanza,
JCI. Sen. Richard Rillera and JCI
Sen. Jesse Arteche and we are
pleased to once again be the
recipient of this honor in 2008.
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By Elaine Magalona-Dayoan
THIRD SESSION AWARDS
Most Outstanding Local President -
Victor De Leon
Most Outstanding Jaycee - Bel Molina
Most Outstanding Local VP (IDVP) -
Elaine Magalona-Dayoan
Most Outstanding Publication -
Tambuli
Most Outstanding Local Project -
45th Anniversary Gala
2nd Place, Outstanding Local Project
- Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Most Outstanding Region -
Region South
ANNUAL AWARDS
Chapter of the Year - The Philippine-New York Jaycees
Don Cavalli Memorial Award
(Most Outstanding Local President of the Year) -
Victor E. de Leon
Most Outstanding Local Vice President of the Year -
Elaine Magalona-Dayoan
Jaycee of the Year - Belinda Molina
William H. Bates Volunteerism Award - Antero Martinez
Presidential Award of Honor - Gary Abasolo, Esq.
Ray Simmons Publication of the Year
(Most Outstanding Newsletter) - Tambuli
Most Outstanding Website of the Year - www.philnyjaycees.org
Most Outstanding Local Project of the Year -
45th Anniversary Gala
3rd Place, Outstanding Local Project of the Year -
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
5th Place, Outstanding Local Project of the Year - Simbang Gabi
2nd Place, Speak-Up Competition - Carmencita-Mia Fulgado
2nd Place, Master Speak-Up Competition - Victor E. de Leon
Most Outstanding Region of the Year - South (Philippine-New
York; New York Korean-American; Long Island; Hispanic;
Caribbean)
Most Outstanding Regional Project of the Year -
MetNet Conference (Region South)
Most Outstanding Corporate Sponsor of the Year -
Kintetsu International
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Featured Board Member of the Month:
Director Belinda “Bel” Molina
By Elaine Magalona-Dayoan

D irector Bel Molina joined the

Jaycees at the beginning of 2008
and has been an active and involved
member since then. She has chaired
and co-chaired several successful
projects such as: Raising the Bar
(Networking/One-on-One of new
and old members), Tagalog Class-
Spring/Fall, Philippine
Independence Day Float and
Simbang Gabi. She has also
assisted in the success of chapter
projects namely, 45th Anniversary
Gala, Introduction to Investment and
New York ING Marathon. She
currently serves as the chapter’s
Board Director and Tambuli’s
Artistic Director. With her intense
participation as a member in 2008,
she was awarded as Most
Outstanding Jaycee in the 1st Nielsen Consumer Research of The Netherlands, Nielsen operates in
Quarter of 2008, and most recently Nielsen Company - the world's more than 100 countries with a
as New York State’s Most leading provider of marketing global team dedicated to helping
Outstanding Jaycee of 2008! She information, audience measurement, clients compete and discover
recently returned from the and business media products and opportunities more effectively.
Philippines representing our chapter services. The Nielsen Company
in a number of international delivers a combination of insights, Director Bel Molina is a graduate of
visitations with our sister chapters. market intelligence, advanced B.S. Business Management from the
analytical tools, and integrated Ateneo de Manila University with a
Director Bel Molina is a Senior marketing solutions and thus Master’s Degree in Business
Research Executive, previously provides clients with the most Administration (MBA) from the
deployed in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam complete view of their consumers University of the Philippines-
for three years and has now been and their markets. Headquartered in Diliman.
assigned in New York City, at New York, USA and Haarlem, The

Blue Chip News:

Blue Chip is a program of the US Jaycees which aims to recognize well rounded, healthy Local Chapters.
Blue Chip requirements are designed to ensure that chapters are offering well balanced programming for
local members. The requirements are intended to assist Local Chapters with the development of their
Chapter Plan of Action. For the year 2009, The Philippine-New York Jaycees is the VERY FIRST chapter in
the entire UNITED STATES to submit its Blue Chip required Chapter Business Plan! Philippine-New York
currently has 75 Blue Chip points.

100% Efficiency Program

100% Efficiency Program is a program of the New York State Jaycees meant to recognize Local Chapters
which has achieved standard administrative requirements, well-rounded programs, and membership
growth. The Philippine-New York currently has 20 points.
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Team 2009 Planning Session –
A Weekend of Learning and Fun!
By Aprille Aquino

building, group bonding and to

accomplish all necessary
documents and requirement for
the state. To incorporate fun in
the project, the team went for a
day of skiing, snowboarding and
snow tubing.

Through this project, Board

Members were able to gain a
deeper knowledge about the
Jaycee movement and on how to
become better leaders. This
project also gave the new team
of officers motivation and
inspiration as they start to lead
the chapter. Furthermore, it
helped boost their self
The Phil-NY Jaycees at Shawnee Mountain confidence with the hope that
they will become better people
Each year as a new set of She asked JCI Sen. Richard and better leaders. Lastly, this
officers are elected for the next Rillera to officiate the planning project gave the team an
term, they go through several session. It was conducted in opportunity to bond and to get to
training program that will help Pocono, PA where the team had know each other well and gain
them administer the chapter. One an isolation to conduct the team lifetime friendships.
of these training programs is a
Planning Session. This is an
essential training program
because this is the time when the
team finalizes their plans,
projects and events for the
coming year. This is also the
opportunity to complete the
Chapter Business Plan and the
calendar that the Board of
Officers need to submit to the
New York State Jaycees.

This year, President Elaine

Magalona-Dayoan wanted to
have a different approach on the
planning session. She wanted to
have a team building
incorporated in the planning and
accomplishing of documents.
The Phil-NY Jaycees Planning Session

These are the two root words of
living a healthy life. This is the
question we must answer positively
in order to have a happy and
fulfilled existence. And even though
we may think sometimes that no one
cares what we think, say or do, we
will be surprised that they actually
do. Our family, our friends,
acquaintances, strangers, the general
public and God. At least one cares.
And as long as there is someone in
the world who thinks the world of
us, we are more than fine.
When I wrote my book, I just wrote
what was on my mind, in my heart,
from my soul. I had no idea that my
words - my life would matter to and
resonate with other people. That
they would actually spend time to
read it, recommend it to friends or
write about it. I had no idea that they
cared what one Filipino living in
New York thought, said and did,
when there were two million other
Filipinos in the United States, 8
million other Manhattanites
surviving in the city, and billions of
other people in the world. But
because I cared to write, and they
Who Cares?
By Carissa Villacorta
cared to read, then the connection,
the change in my life and theirs took
place.
What we have to remember though
is that not everybody has to care. All
we need is one person to care and
reach out, to encourage us and
shower us with kind words and
generous deeds – lots or one.
No one is ever self-made. We are all
products of the kindness and
generosity of the people we meet in
our daily lives. That’s what I always
say. I wouldn’t be here if my parents
did not allow me to live in New
York - away from them. I wouldn’t
be here if my employer didn’t hire
me. If a friend didn’t tell me I was
writing worthy words. If he didn’t
say I could write a book. If he didn’t
introduce me to his other friends. If
he didn’t encourage me. These
people didn’t have to allow us. They
didn’t have to connect us. They
didn’t have to give us. They didn’t
have to love us. But they did. And in
one way or another, in one word or
many, to other people or to us
directly - they have served as our
mentor, our motivator, our mover.
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Mentors are the ones who mind.
And as long as there is one who
asks, “How was your day?”, Tells us
to turn on the light lest we fall down
the stairs or, be careful with the ants
for they might bight, we are lucky.
So far as there is someone who
holds our hand in this path of life,
we have met our mentors. But, we
might be holding their hands too.
So long as someone is in touch with
us and wants to find out how we’re
doing, or have play-by-play details
of our dates, or checks in on a
regular basis to see that we’re okay.
To the common definition, they are
‘friends.’ But to me, they are the
daily ‘Fairy Godmothers’ that every
one of us need. But if only we are
aware and giving, we can play the
role too. We can introduce them to
prince charming, make them a dress
and take them to the ball. Because
only when we are all Fairy
Godmothers to each other can we all
become Cinderellas too – our
dreams come true.
So the next time we wonder: who’ll
care what we think, say and do?
Who will listen, read our work,
write to us? Who will call, spend the
time, and pay attention? Oh they
will. For we care about them too.
=====================
Reprinted with permission from the
author. Initially posted on
http://goodnewspilipinas.com/wp/?p
=3389
Carissa Villacorta is the author of
Surreality (UST Publishing House,
2006). In 2007, at 28 years old,
Carissa was named 1 of the 100
Most Influential Filipinas in the
States. She has made many dreams
come true –hers and others’.
For more information, log on to
www.carissavillacorta.com
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Message from the Management Development VP
Greetings fellow Jaycees,

I’m Aprille P. Aquino, and I am honored to serve as Management

Development Vice President for year 2009. They perceive
Management Development area as a very demanding task since
you do most of the documentations, business plans and
supervision of the projects and event for the chapter. But I see it
as a training ground and unlimited opportunities for self-
development that I can apply to daily life. It might sound serious
but we have planned different projects where you can see how the
chapter operates and how the chapter continues what its doing for
us members and to our community for several years. Projects
such as organizing fundraising events and business opportunities.
As our chapter theme for this year states, “Jaycee Leadership:
Unleashing Potentials”, all our projects are towards the betterment and enhancing the characteristics of each of
our members. So go and get involved! We promise you a fun and fruitful time.

In Jaycee Spirit,

Aprille P. Aquino
Management Development VP

Message from the International Affairs VP

Jaycees,

I am pleased to have been elected as your 2009 International

Affairs (IA) Vice President for. The IA area covers our
participation in statewide conventions which happen three times a
year, and the opportunity to attend national conferences, the Area
C conference and the World Congress. The IA area is also the
area that handles international visitations by other countries to the
New York City area and our chapter visitations to other areas of
the globe, including the Philippines.

I am pleased to report that during the recently concluded 2008

New York State Year-End Convention, our chapter was well
represented with nine chapter members (Victor de Leon, Elaine
Magalona-Dayoan, Gary Abasolo, Jocelyn Bernal, Krizteen Dulay-Concepcion, Christina Corcuera, Edwin
Ochoa, Mia Fulgado and Hector Concepcion) as well as two past state Presidents, Richard Rillera and Jesse
Arteche.

Our chapter garnered many awards including the highest honor of all - the Chapter of the Year Award. The
next New York State Convention will be held on May 2009, location is to be determined.

The next IA project is the Area C - JCI Conference at San Juan, Puerto Rico. I am looking forward to have
successful attendance from our chapter. Slated for May 6-9, the chapter already has five people who are
interested in attending the conference. We hope to have more participants! Please check out the website or
email me for more information about this international training and networking opportunity with Jaycees from
North and South America.

Looking forward to a great participation in the IA area.

Edwin Ochoa
International Affairs VP
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Message from the Membership Services VP
Dear Fellow Jaycees and Friends:

I hope the start of your 2009 has been a happy one. I am honored
and privileged to be serving as your Membership Services Vice-
President this year.

My vision for the year is to ensure that the members’ goals are
met, that they achieve what the Junior Chamber International sets
forth in its mission statement by – “providing the opportunity for
young people to develop the leadership skills, social
responsibility, entrepreneurship and fellowship necessary to
create positive change.”

Membership Services Projects Include:

• Monthly: General Membership Meetings (GMMs) that will include Member Orientations; Workshops on Public
Speaking, Debate, and Creative Writing; Seminars on Filipino heritage and business writing
• Winter: Bryant Park – ice skating
• Spring: Alley Pond Adventure Course – team building outdoor activities
• Summer: Excursion to Queens or Brooklyn Botanic Garden
• Fall: Possible day trip to wineries in Montauk, LI (chapter fundraiser); Oktoberfest at Beer Garden in Astoria, NY
• Create sports group for those interested (i.e. running, tennis, basketball, football, softball)

Additionally, I am currently serving as Chairperson for the upcoming Induction of 2009 Officers and Members, being
held on Saturday, February 28. There are plenty of planning areas we need your help in. If anyone is interested in
being part of the Induction Committee, please e-mail me at msvp@philnyjaycees.org.

Thank you and looking forward to an exciting and successful 2009!

In Jaycee Spirit,
Mia
Membership Services VP

Message from the Community Development VP

Hello Fellow Jaycee Members,

One of the areas of development being offered by the Jaycees is the Community
Development area which encompasses any project or program that either educates
community members or improves the quality of life in a community. Some of our
annual projects that have an impact both within and outside the Filipino community
have been our participation in the Philippine Independence Day Parade, Simbang
Gabi, NYC Marathon and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

We also look forward to some new projects such as Jaycees Against Youth
Smoking (JAYS) which educates young children about the dangers of smoking; and
Plant a Tree Project in collaboration with the NYC Parks and Commission with the
goal of raising awareness in protecting the environment. These are just some of the
projects in the Community Development area. If you would like more information
on an upcoming project or would like to chair a community project please contact me at CDVP@philnyjaycees.org

Almor Dayoan
Community Development VP
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WHO’S WHO OF THE

PHILIPPINE-NEW YORK JAYCEES

January New Members

Name: Brigida Tapang

City: Elmhurst, NY
Profession: Currently studying Forensic Psychology at John Jay College
Why I joined the Jaycees: to avail of networking opportunities and to further self-development
(personality and skills enhancement)
Looking forward to: meeting new people and hopefully to learn from them

Name: Venessa Manzano

City: Jersey City, NJ
Profession: Director of Corporate Relations at Liberty Science Center where she is responsible
for the creation, implementation and management of the corporate fundraising efforts of the
Science Center, encompassing planning, research, proposal development, solicitation, cultivation
and stewardship of corporate sponsors and members
Why I joined the Jaycees: to expand professional network; to learn how to become a strong,
effective leader; and to take advantage of opportunities to help make a big impact on the
community, both locally and globally
Looking forward to: making meaningful lasting relationships with other members of the Jaycees
family

January Renewing Member

Aprille Piamonte-Aquino

I have been a Philippine-New York Jaycee member since 2006 and since then I have gained a lot
of knowledge, confidence, and life long friends through different Jaycee events. I found out about
the Jaycees from a Jaycee Alumni and now my husband, Nonong Aquino, when he introduced me
to his friend, Past President and JCI Senator, Ner Martinez, who was our chaperone on our first
date. I was new in the city, wanted to meet different people, and have an outlet where I can be
productive. Being a member and past president of the Rotaract (Rotary International Collegiate
Chapter) I was curious and decided to give the Jaycees a shot.

Through the Jaycees I have chaired and volunteered in different projects. One project that I am
most proud of is the 2006 “Spooktacular Halloween Jam.” It started out as a simple Halloween
fundraising party and band concert, which turned out to be a big success. We raised over $3,000
for the chapter and a lot of people came in costume and had a fun time. I also enjoy attending
conventions. It is so interesting meeting Jaycees from other chapters and it is an excellent
opportunity to bond with fellow Philippine-NY Jaycees. Joining the Jaycees has been so
beneficial. It provides unlimited opportunities for self-development and I have met great people
that are now my close friends.
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Uniquely Pateros: Alfombra Slippers
By Bel Molina

A couple of Alfombra slipper sample designs: design for females (left) and males (right)

“I was inspired by Korina Sanchez
who travels to poor communities
and gives out slippers to children,”
confides JCI Pateros Balut President
Janice Nacional when I asked her
why her chapter is launching the
Alfombra project in March this year.
She is talking about the reputable
host and her show Rated K, a
Philippine TV show that focuses on
human interest stories. Additionally,
Rated K has a ‘Tsinelas Campaign’
which distributes slippers to
children going to school barefoot in
depressed areas.
According to
www.wowphilippines.com.ph,
Alfombra slipper manufacturing is
one of the earliest and original
products of Pateros, apart from
Balut (the infamous duck
embryo/egg). These days, the
Alfombra slipper business ranks
fourth in the registered industrial
establishments of Pateros. It also
comprises 27% of the town’s
manufacturing industry.
JCI Pateros Balut is also selling
Alfombra slippers as a means for
fundraising for the project. For those
interested in purchasing the slippers
or simply donating for the project,
please email President Janice at
nis07@yahoo.com or me at
Bel.Molina@philnyjaycees.org.
The price for each pair of Alfombra
slipper is $20.

The Alfombra project is under JCI

Pateros Balut’s flagship ‘Kalinga ni
Ate, Kalinga ni Kuya’ program, a
program that specifically benefits
destitute children. Similar to the
‘Tsinelas Campaign,’ our sister
chapter plans to give out slippers to
children residing in depressed areas.
Naturally, JCI Pateros Balut decided
to provide a distinctively Pateros
product, Alfombra slippers.

President Janice gave me a pair of

red Alfombra slippers. Amazingly,
the Alfombra material feels like
carpet. It has a rubber sole to
provide a lot of cushioning.
Clockwise from left: the author, Philippine-NY Jaycees FOJ Jude Tan,
JCI Pateros Balut officers: EVP Crisanto Arteza Jr., Secretary General
Freitz Vidal, IPP Marvin Labrador, President Janice Nacional and her
mom, Elizabeth Ison.
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Communication Tip: One Body with Unity of Purpose

By Addie Addams

member demonstrates their position sincerity promotes peace. We should

All of us are fully aware of the
campaign slogan that President
Barack Obama used, “Yes We Can”.
The most potent word in his slogan
is WE. . President Barack Obama is
keenly aware that the first step
toward healing the economic crisis
of this country is for the
Republicans and the Democrats to
unite & come together for the
common good of this nation.
on unity of purpose through their
action: how well one works with
other members. Unity of purpose
can also be measured by our
attitude: the intangible part of our
words: But, the greatest testament of
not slander nor speak behind
anyone’s back. Slander and back-
biting creates strife. Our words
should bring no harm to another
member (Pleasant words are as an
honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and
health to the bones, Prov. 16:24).
And, our communication should not
be based on rumors or assumptions.
Rumors result in anger and hurt

feelings, and ultimately bring

So, it’s going to take more than just
government bail outs in order to
land us back on our feet. And, just
as the Republicans and Democrats
must come together for the common
good of this nation, so must we as
chapter members unite in order to
fulfill the goals that the Board of
Directors has brought forth for
2009. Our yearly/quarterly goals
give us unity of purpose. Each
b d h i ii
unity of purpose is clearly revealed
through our words. Words are the
mirror to our heart, thereby,
revealing intentions and motives
(…for out of the abundance of the
heart the mouth speaketh, Matth.
12:34). Our words should always be
true and sincere toward the common
good of the chapter. Truth and
division. We must be of one mind
through unity of purpose, in order to
work side by side (Can two walk
together, except they be agreed?,
Amos 3:3). We must remember the
importance of unity of purpose and
make it a priority in our
communication. So, we need to
recognize that we need each other
and are members of one body - The
Philippine - New York Jaycees.

● ● ●
Marketing Tip   
by Bernadette Olimpo, Marketing Director 
 
"Stick It!  
Use stickers, stamps and handwritten notes on all of your direct mail efforts and day‐to‐day business mail. 
Remember, when you put a sticker or handwritten message on the outside of an envelope, it has the impact of a 
miniature billboard. People read it first; however, the message should be short and concise so it can be read in 
less than 10 seconds. " 
 
Rubertone, Ann Marie. "Ten Powerful Marketing Tips for the Small Business". 2003 
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Save the Date:

February 28, 2009
Philippine-New York
Jaycees
Installation of Officers
and
Presentation of
Members

 
Words of Wisdom from Past Presidents 
  
"So many things going on but ­ what always comes 
to mind is...To be a good leader, you must also be a 
good follower."  
 
‐ Antero "Ner" Martinez, Chapter President 1993 
 

Richfield Design and Construction

Penn d. Baluyut
Architect-Builder
516-509-4092
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Calendar of Events

Event Date
January 2009
2008 3rd Session & Year-End Convention 01/23-25/2009
GMM #1 (mini fundraising) introduction of future projects, by-laws amendments, Member Orientation for
1/28/2009
new, current, and prospective members
Future Officers Training Seminar 1/31/2009
February 2009
BOD February (mini fundraising) 2/4/2009
Ballroom Dancing (Growth Night) 2/13/2009
Jaycees Against Youth Smoking (JAYS) (Family Talk Program) Launching 2/16/2009
GMM #2 (mini fundraising)Conduct Robert’s Rule of Order Training (1) 2/18/2009
Local DSA/ Outstanding Event and Submit one candidate for ONY & Humanitarian of the Year to State 2/28/2009
2009 Induction and Installation of Officers 2/28/2009
March 2009
BOD March (mini fundraising) 3/4/2009
Essay Writing Competition and Online Quiz Competition for Free Airfare and Hotel for the JCI Conference
3/7/2009
of the Americas Launching
Alley Pond Adventure Course - Team Building Activities 3/14/2009
Outstanding Young New Yorker (OYNY) Local Competition 3/21/2009
GMM #3 (mini fundraising) Workshop on Public Speaking (Speak-up) and Debate
3/25/2009
Create pool of experts on Public Speaking, Debate, Write-up (2)
April 2009
BOD April (mini fundraising) 4/1/2009
GMM #4 (mini fundraising) Conduct seminars on Creative Writing (Write-Up)/ Sampling of Public
4/22/2009
Speaking and Debate
Fundraising Band Concert 4/30/2009
1st Region Swing
May 2009
1st Session State Convention 5/1-5/3/2009
JCI Conference of the Americas, San Juan, Puerto Rico 5/6-5/9/2009
BOD May (mini fundraising) 5/13/2009
Plant a Tree (NYC Park & Recreations) 5/16/2009
GMM #5 (mini fundraising) Seminar on Filipino Heritage, New Jersey (Jersey City) Location 5/20/2009
Queens or Brooklyn Botanic Garden Visit 5/30/2009
June 2009
BOD June (mini fundraising) 6/3/2009
JCI MetNet, Washington DC 6/4-6/6/2009
GALS: Washington DC 6/6-6/9/2009
Philippine Independence Day Festival: Membership Drive 6/7/2009
GMM #6 (mini fundraising) Seminar on Business Writing (3) 6/24/2009
Mid-Year Planning Session (Virginia Beach, VA) 6/26-6/28/2009
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The Jaycee Creed

By: C. William Brownfield

We believe....

That faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life

That the brotherhood of man transcends the sovereignty of nations

That economic justice can best be won by free men through free enterprise

That government should be of laws rather than of men

That earth's great treasure lies in human personality

And that service to humanity is the best work of life.

The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber (Jaycees), Inc.

Chapter mailing address: P.O. Box 634, Grand Central Station, New York, New York 10163
Website: www.philnyjaycees.org
Contact email: info@philnyjaycees.org

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