February 05, 2025
Health, Economic Empowerment, Governance, Active Citizenship
The BUPHARCO Youth Savers Program (BYS) is an initiative of the Bukidnon Pharmaceutical Multipurpose Cooperative (BUPHARCO) aimed at empowering the youth to cultivate a culture of financial literacy and responsibility. BYS was duly registered to Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) on November 8, 2023 and become the Laboratory Cooperative of the Bukidnon Pharmaceutical Multi-Purpose Cooperative. The program provides students and young individuals with the tools and knowledge to start saving through simple and actionable steps. Beyond financial education, BYS offers opportunities and youth-oriented programs to enrollees and members such as Youth Leadership Camp, Financial Literacy Seminar, Mental Health Awareness, Sex Education, Medical Mission, Feeding Program, and Tree Growing. With over 1,000 students enrolled, BYS emphasizes the importance of preparing for the future while supporting young dreamers with big ambitions.