FEBRUARY 6 IS "JUNIOR DAY"

MANILA, February 6, 2014 – Is your name Jun? Do your friends call you Jun-jun? Then you must be a junior. Did you know that to deserve the suffix ‘junior’ means to be named after something great? Robert Downey Jr., Benigno Aquino Jr., and Fernando Poe Jr. were all named after great men. But that’s not all, Tony Stark, Ninoy Aquino and Da King prove that sometimes the junior is just as great as the original—it might even be better. It is for this reason that KFC launched the Junior Double Down, the offspring of the legendary all-meat sandwich the KFC Double Down.

KFC pays homage to all the juniors and the greatness in them with the Junior Double Down. The famous KFC Double Down has returned with the smaller but equally mighty Junior Double Down. Don’t let the moniker fool you as the junior offers the same all-meat goodness and big taste of its predecessor. Greatness does come in all sizes and the Junior Double Down is a testament to that.

Along with this, KFC further celebrates all the juniors by declaring February 6 as ‘KFC Junior Day.’ On, February 6, all juniors can avail of the Junior Double Down ala carte at 50% off from 2:00 PM to 5:00PM in all stores nationwide by showing their Facebook, Twitter or Instagram profile page through smartphones or through a print out upon ordering. KFC fans who aren’t juniors can also join the festivities and avail of the Junior Double Down ala carte at half the price. All they need to do is add the suffix “Jr.” to their profile names. Full mechanics can be found on the official KFC Facebook page.

Become a junior for a day, if you aren’t already one, and head to your nearest KFC and get yourself a Junior Double Down. Stand tall for small and join KFC in celebrating all the juniors on #KFCJuniorDay this February 6, 2014.

To learn more about #KFCJuniorDay follow KFC on Twitter @KFCPhilippines and like their Facebook page www.facebook.com/kfcphilippines. Get your KFC Junior Double Down in all KFC stores nationwide and via delivery through www.KFCdelivery.com.ph or 887-8888.

**Via Press Release

Sharing Buckets of Love With Finger-Lickin' Goodness

Make the season bright and savor the joy of giving with KFC'S BUCKETS OF LOVE, a campaign to raise awareness and generate funds for conflict and disaster-affected areas in the country. Not only does KFC serve good dishes, but also moments that are just 'so good.'

Echoing the idea that hunger is not an issue of charity but rather of justice, KFC Philippines bolsters its longtime partnership with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) through the said campaign. This year, KFC has pledged to donate 5.00 from every 8-pc. bucket meal and Php 1.00 from every 1-pc Crispy Butter Chicken sold from November until January of next year. Proceeds will be used to support WFP's efforts in rebuilding communities affected by Typhoon Yolanda while continuously supporting feeding programs in conflict-affected areas in Central Mindanao. Customers may also share their blessings through coin canisters found in KFC counters.

The organizers shared to us the story of Norhana. She used to go to school with an empty stomach and no packed lunch prior to the school feeding program. During lunchtime, she would rather give her share of food to her siblings and just wait for afternoon classes to begin. But thanks to KFC and the WFP, Norhana now receives a meal in school to help her perform better in class. Not only can we enjoy KFC's signature dishes, but also help in improving the quality of life of children and communities who will benefit from the Buckets of Love campaign. It tested that even small gestures can make a big difference.

General Manager for KFC Philippines Liza Leah Calma-Junio shared that "Beyond the so good experiences that we provide our loyal fans through innovative products and one-of-a-kind opportunities, we also make it a point to pay it forward by extending assistance to communities that need our support. KFC is a company that values sharing and likewise Filipinos are people who love giving. Buckets of Love gives them the channel to share what they have with those who need it most."

For more information on how you can take part in this noble cause, you can follow KFC on Twitter @KFCPhilippines or like their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/kfcphilippines.

All Star Benefit Concert for Yolanda Victims

A benefit concert for the rehabilitation of Typhoon Yolanda victims is slated to take place on December 21, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the Citizen's Business Bank Arena, in Ontario, California.

Dubbed "Philippines Relief Concert: All Star Charity Show," the concert was the fruit of a conversation between Mr. John Gummoe of the Cascades, and Mr.Danee Samonte of Steve O' Neal productions. Both Mr.Gummoe and Mr. Samonte had heard about the desperate situation of the survivors of Typhoon Yolanda, and wanted to come up with a fundraising event. American musical artists, most of who have performed in the Philippines, heard about the devastation wrought by Typhoon Haiyan. They immediately wanted to get involved in this concert that would help raise funds for rehabilitation efforts.

More than 10 classic artists are set to perform on December 21. Among them -- John Ford Coley, John Claude Gummoe of the Cascades, Rex Smith, Ron Dante (the original lead singer of The Archies), Bobby Hendricks (from the original Drifters), Kyle Vincent, Frank Stallone, Classics UV, Dick and Dee Dee, Chris Montez, The World Famous Platters, Dennis Tufano (the original lead singer of The Buckinghams), and Bo Donaldson and the Heywoods, and a special appearance by the "The Hitman" David Foster. 

"Our audience can expect a night of great music and charity. We will walk down memory lane by listening to the greatest hits of these artists," says Eugene Flores, of All Access Concerts. "We can also enjoy the show knowing that with each ticket bought, 100% of the proceeds will have a direct effect on rebuilding the lives of the victims of typhoon Yolanda."

"Asian Journal and Balikbayan magazine is of course very proud to be part of this fundraising concert," publisher Roger Oriel said. "It has always been the aim of our publication to help uplift the Philippines, and this is another avenue by which we can channel our resources towards alleviating a very dire situation."

Proceeds of the concert will be coursed through Habitat for Humanity Philippines's Rebuild Philippines program and ABS-CBN foundation international. 

**Via Press Release