BingoPlus Recognized at the 2025 Manila Bulletin Newsmakers of the Year Awards
BingoPlus was among the honorees recognized at the second Manila Bulletin Newsmakers of the Year Awards, held on February 10, 2025, at The Manila Hotel Tent City.
The event recognized individuals and organizations for their contributions across different areas of Philippine society. BingoPlus received recognition as the “Reliable Gaming Brand,” reflecting a year in which the brand continued to develop its entertainment platform while supporting community programs through BingoPlus Foundation.
The recognition also provides an opportunity to look beyond the platform itself and at the broader work associated with the BingoPlus brand.
From Bingo Halls to Digital Entertainment
BingoPlus is operated by DigiPlus Interactive Corp., a Philippine digital entertainment company formerly known as Leisure & Resorts World Corporation.
DigiPlus has a history in traditional bingo operations, including Bingo Bonanza locations in shopping malls. As consumer activity increasingly moved online, the company expanded its digital operations and launched BingoPlus in 2022.
The platform brought the familiar bingo format into a digital environment, allowing eligible users to access entertainment through connected devices rather than relying solely on physical venues.
Since its launch, BingoPlus has expanded its digital presence while maintaining physical operations in the Philippines.
According to figures reported for 2024, BingoPlus had reached more than 38 million users, recorded approximately ₱1.8 trillion in payouts and maintained 134 physical branches nationwide.
These figures should be understood in the context and reporting period in which they were originally published, as platform and operational figures can change over time.
Speaking at the Manila Bulletin awards ceremony, BingoPlus President Rafael Jasper Vicencio highlighted the company’s focus on entertainment experiences for Filipino users.
“We are indeed committed to providing high-quality and innovative entertainment experiences for Filipinos,” Vicencio said during his acceptance remarks.
Extending the Brand’s Role Through BingoPlus Foundation
BingoPlus activities are not limited to its entertainment platform. Community initiatives are carried out through BingoPlus Foundation, the brand’s social development arm.
The Foundation organizes its work around the #MultiplyTheGood mission, supporting programs connected with education, technology, healthcare, community resilience and responsible gaming.
Rather than treating these areas as a single campaign, the Foundation has developed programs aimed at specific community needs.
Education and Digital Skills
Education is one of the Foundation’s principal areas of activity.
Through initiatives including the FutureSmart Scholarship Program, BingoPlus Foundation has supported students and educators while placing particular emphasis on technology-related education and digital skills.
Reported program figures indicate that its scholarship and education initiatives have supported 5,350 students and teachers.
The technology component is especially relevant as digital skills become increasingly important across Philippine industries. IT scholarships and skills-development programs are intended to give participating students additional opportunities to prepare for technology-oriented careers.
MultiplyTheGood in Filipino Communities
The #MultiplyTheGood initiative provides an umbrella for BingoPlus Foundation’s community programs.
Its activities extend beyond scholarships and may include healthcare initiatives, technology access, community assistance and resilience programs. The specific scope, beneficiaries and availability of individual programs can vary over time.
For readers, this distinction is important: BingoPlus operates the entertainment brand, while BingoPlus Foundation carries out the associated social-development programs.
Recognition and Responsibility
Recognition at the 2025 Manila Bulletin Newsmakers of the Year Awards marked another point in BingoPlus’ development since its digital launch in 2022.
At the same time, recognition does not replace the responsibilities associated with operating a gaming and entertainment platform.
BingoPlus maintains responsible-play information for eligible users, while BingoPlus Foundation includes responsible gaming among the areas covered by its community work.
Gaming outcomes are uncertain. Eligible adults should set appropriate time and spending limits and should never treat gaming as a source of income.
Looking Ahead
BingoPlus has developed from a digital extension of an established bingo business into a broader entertainment brand with both online and physical operations.
Alongside that development, BingoPlus Foundation has continued to expand the #MultiplyTheGood initiative through education, technology and community-focused programs.
The Manila Bulletin recognition reflects one documented moment in that development. Future updates to the brand, Foundation programs and community initiatives should be evaluated using current information and the applicable program terms available at the time.
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Review: A look at BingoPlus and its MultiplyTheGood initiatives for Filipino communities, alongside its recognition as an MB 2025 Newsmaker of the Year.
