Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives of Private and Non-Private Entities in Bulacan Toward a Sustainable Partnership Program

The study explored how beneficiary schools perceive CSR initiatives from both private and non-private entities across environmental, social, and governance domains. Using an embedded mixed methods design, the study analyzed data gathered from 231 public elementary schools in Bulacan and five private partner entities through cluster sampling. Cluster sampling is a probability sampling technique in which a large population is divided into smaller groups or clusters, and clusters are randomly selected to form the sample (Simkus, 2023). Results revealed consistently positive perceptions of CSR efforts, with both partner types contributing significantly to resource adequacy. Importantly, there was no statistically significant difference in resource adequacy between private and non-private-supported schools, suggesting both sectors provide equally meaningful support. Qualitative findings identified key implementation challenges, as well as best practices that promote sustainability, such as ongoing communication and needs-based alignment. Grounded in the DepEd’s “Adopt-a-School Program,” the study emphasizes the strategic role of CSR in institutional development. Ultimately, the findings led to the creation of sustainable partnership models that advocate for long-term collaboration, shared responsibility, and improved educational outcomes through strong stakeholder engagement and well-aligned CSR initiatives.