President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has expanded the Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) to further bolster priority programs, including additional rice assistance, health facility enhancements, strengthened disaster preparedness initiatives, and improvements to critical infrastructure such as energy and water supply systems.
Speaking during the launch of the “Sa Bagong Pilipinas, Bawat Bayan Makikinabang” initiative at Malacañan Palace on Monday, President Marcos reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that every centavo of public funds is spent wisely on programs that directly benefit Filipinos.
With almost P58 billion in LGSF allocation for 2026, the President said over five million families are expected to receive 60 kilos of rice assistance, lessening food insecurity.
The expanded LGSF will also fund the construction of hospitals and health stations, as well as the procurement of additional medical equipment, to make health services more accessible.
The President likewise underscored the need to intensify disaster preparedness by building multi-purpose halls and sports facilities that can be used as evacuation centers.
“Magsisisilbi ito na lugar para sa pagkatuto, pagsasanay ng mga atleta, at ligtas na masisilungan tuwing may sakuna,” the Chief Executive said.
Farm-to-market roads and local road networks will also be supported by the LGSF, helping make trade and commerce more efficient and cost-effective for sellers and consumers. “Makakatulong ito upang bumaba ang presyo ng mga bilihin at tumaas naman ang kita ng mga nagsasaka.”
Lastly, the LGSF will help improve water supply systems and electrification projects across the country, ensuring people have better access to clean water and safer communities at night.
To make these plans more attainable, the President has ordered the direct release of funds to local government units (LGUs), streamlining processes and accelerating project implementation.
The President also highlighted the importance of unity and coordination among Filipinos in building a better Philippines and enjoined them to get involved, participate, and be one of the government’s key partners in maintaining the integrity of public funds.
“Maisasakatuparan lamang ang ating mga hangarin kung patuloy ang ating pagkakaisa at ang ating koordinasyon,” the President said. (PCO-PND)
