The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office or PCSO is one of the Philippine agencies that raises and provides funds for health programs, medical assistance and services, and charities of national character. The PCSO raises funds mainly through sweepstakes and lottery. It also has investments, projects, and activities that can provide them with the funds they need for the programs and services they offer to Filipinos and migrant workers abroad.
The PCSO aims to provide quality, excellent, and continual improvement of gaming products and charity programs. They follow their Quality Management System to better serve Filipinos who are hoping to win the game or those who need medical care.
Vision
By 2028, PCSO shall be an excellent government agency generating sustainable funds for charitable programs through responsible gaming.
Mission
We hold and conduct transparent Sweepstakes races, lotteries, and other similar activities;
We provide responsive assistance to eligible recipients and beneficiaries;
We continuously develop our people, innovate and improve our products and services; and
We establish strong partnerships with responsible agents and stakeholders.
Core Values
- Patriotism
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Spirituality
- Compassion
Programs and Services
1. Charity Assistance Department (CAD) Programs and Services Medical Access Program (MAP)
This program provides financial help to those with health problems and need financial assistance. The PCSO collaborated with public and private hospitals, healthcare facilities, and drugstores to ensure they can receive the healthcare they deserve.
Request Covered
- Confinement
- Erythropoietin (dialysis injection)
- Cancer Treatment
- Specialty Medicines
- Hemodialysis
- Laboratory (Blood Chemistry) and Diagnostic and Imaging Procedures (except for routine laboratory examination)
- Implant and Medical Devices
- Catastrophic Illnesses
Calamity Assistance Program (CAP)
Calamities caused by nature are inevitable, especially in the Philippines where typhoons and earthquakes are common. This is why the government created programs that will help Filipino people in calamities, disasters, and medical emergencies such as the Calamity Assistance Program (CAP) of PCSO. This program assists affected families through Local Government Units (LGUs).
Requirements
For LGUs
- Resolution from Sanguniang Panlalawigan/Bayan/Barangay that authorized the Local Chief Executive to sign the Deed of Undertaking and receive financial assistance from PCSO.
- Photocopy of an identification card issued by the government
- Information of the calamity from:
- National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)
- Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (PDRRMC)
- Department of Social Welfare and Development, Disaster Response Operations Monitoring and Information Center (DSWD-DROMIC)
For Health Facilities:
- DOH Situational Report on Emerging diseases/cases
- Relevant documents
- Hospital Profile
- DOH License to Operate
Institutional Partnership Program (IPP)
The IPP is a financial grant that increases the resources of different welfare agencies and charitable medical facilities. This program helps extend the Philippine government’s charity services in medical and healthcare services to poor communities.
Requirements
- Application Form
- Photocopy of DSWD Accreditation Certificate
- Project Proposal with work and financial plan including budgetary allocation (for government agencies) or Sources of Funds for NGOs
- Latest Accomplishment Report
- Liquidation Report of previous PCSO grant, if applicable
- SEC Registration and Audited Financial Statements for the past three (3) NGOs
Medical Transport Vehicle (MTV) Donation Program
This program was created to provide safe transportation to patients who live in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas. With the help of LGUs, the MTV Program can reach remote places and provide the healthcare they need.
Requirements
- Letter Request addressed to PCSO Chairperson or General Manager signed by the Head of Office / Official Contact Person, and indicating the designation, business address, and complete contact details of the signatory
- Profile of the Beneficiary to include the following:
- Political, economic, demographic & topographical information
- Description of health and emergency-related programs and services and current level of resources allocated
- Statistics on health and emergency cases requiring MTV
- Scope and area of coverage of existing services, if applicable
- Organizational and functional structure
- Sangguniang Panlalawigan / Panlungsod / Bayan Resolution authorizing the Local Chief Executive to sign the Deed of Donation for the grant
- Certification from the Local Budget Officer on the availability of funds for the training of required personnel, registration (LTO and DOH), insurance, and the maintenance and operation of the MTV
2. Medical Services Department (MSD) Programs and Services Auxiliary Ambulance Service
This program was created to provide transportation to help patients travel from their house to hospitals or from hospital to another hospital. This service gives them comfort as they travel and saves them the trouble of looking and hiring a vehicle.
Type and Scope of Assistance
- The Patient Transport Vehicle / Ambulance shall be utilized mainly for patient transport
- High-risk/ critically Ill patients (i.e. mechanical ventilator or continuous ambu-bagging and highly contagious/infectious diseases cannot be served. All conductions shall be from hospital to home, hospital to hospital, and shall be served during office hours. Nearby provincial conduction shall be covered if approved by the PCSO Management
- In case of multiple requests for ambulance transport, priority should be based on the urgency of the case and not on a “First-come First served” basis.
- A relative/companion shall accompany the patient during transport
Requirements
- Letter addressed to PCSO Chairman/General Manager
- Medical/Clinical Abstract
- Discharge slip
Medical and Dental Mission Program
This program arranges and carries out medical and dental outreach programs within and outside Metro Manila, poor communities, and provinces that were affected by calamities. This program provides medicine to remote and poor provinces.
Type and Scope of Assistance
- Medical consultation and treatment
- Supply of medicines for primary healthcare
- Dental consultation and treatment (extraction and preventive health education)
- Referral to health facilities for diagnostic procedures and further management
- Conducting training to LGUs, NGOs, Civic groups, and others on how to manage the Medical/Dental Mission
- Frequency of assistance shall be once in six months
Requirements
- Letter of request to PCSO Chairman/General Manager
- Project proposal with
- Organization Profile
- Schedule of activity
- Number of recipients
- Contact details
- Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Registration (for NGO)
Medicine Donation Program (MDP)
This short-term program provides basic medicines and supplies through non-government, government, non-profit organizations, and health facilities.
Type and Scope of Assistance
- The assistance shall be provided to partner organizations/institutions in the form appropriate to the target beneficiaries as follows:
- Medicine Assistance through Main Office (MATMO)
- Medicine Assistance through Branch Office (MATBO)
- Donations shall be given in the form of basic and essential medicines including vitamins for both MATMO and MATBO
- Frequency of assistance shall be once in six months
Requirements
- Letter of request to PCSO Chairman/General Manager
- Project proposal with
- Organization Profile
- Schedule of activity
- Number of recipients
- Contact details
- Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Registration (for NGO)
Outpatient Services Program
This program provides general consultation, basic or minor surgical procedures, dental consultation and treatment, and medicine to marginalized sectors.
Type and Scope of Assistance
- General medicine consultation
- Dental consultation and treatment
- Vaccination and Immunization
- Provision of free medicines through the Pharmacy Division
Requirements
- Valid Government issued ID
3. Special Programs and Services Direct Financial, Funeral, and Medical Assistance
This program was created to help Filipinos who have lost a family member from accidents, calamities, and other unexpected tragedies that fell upon them.
Integrated Health for Overall Productivity and Empowerment (I-HOPE)
The I-HOPE program provides financial assistance to barangay health stations and rural health units in the poorest provinces in the Philippines. This program helps them to have their medical equipment and facilities.
PCSO Charity Clinic Services
This service from PCSO can provide free consultation, minor surgeries, ambulances, emergency care, and referrals to oppressed sectors.
E-Services
This e-service will provide convenience to people who want to apply for financial health due to medical reasons or those who have inquiries and validations.
- Health Care Facility Assistance Validation
- Online MAP Application Status Inquiry
- PCSO Gift Check Validation
- PCSO Medical Program (MAP) Online Application
Video: PCSO Medical Assistance ONLINE step by step | Requirements, Forms, Application & Appointment
Watch this video by Karunungan TV and learn the step-by-step process of how to apply for medical assistance online in PCSO.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PCSO?
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office or PCSO is a Philippine agency that raises and gives funds for health programs and services.
Where does the PCSO get its funds?
The main sources of PCSO are the sweepstakes and lottery games. They also have investments, projects, and activities that enable them to provide grants to other organizations.
What are the benefits of the PCSO programs and services?
The PCSO provides free medical and dental assistance to the poor. They also provide financial grants and other services such as free use of ambulances.
Summary
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office or PCSO is not all about lottery and games. This agency provides financial grants to non-government, government, non-profit organizations, health facilities, and individuals. The main purpose of this agency is to extend the government’s hand to those who live in rural and poor areas within and outside Metro Manila.
Together with the Department of Health and Local Government Units (LGUs), organizations and individuals can receive the financial and medical supplies that they need. Conducting an outreach program and giving dental and medical assistance is just one of the ways the PCSO supports the Philippine government in achieving universal health care for Filipinos.