The donation of three welding machines was formally turned over on September 8, 2025, and will serve as vital training equipment for the City College of Cagayan de Oro–Technical Skills and Technology Institute (TSTI), particularly in strengthening its Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) program. This initiative enhances technical-vocational education and equips students with employable skills for the future . Representing CLIMBS were Mr. Renan Diaz, Vice President for Sales and CLIMBS CARES Community Affairs Head, and Mrs. Princess Dianne Sumastre, Company Head Nurse of the CLIMBS CARES Office. The donations were formally received by Dr. Jestoni Babia, College President; Dr. Ray Butch Mahinay, Vice President for Extensions and Social Development Services; Ms. Omiya Linog, Vocational School Administrator; Ms. Herna Francis Mae Tano, MM, Director for Linkages and Partnerships Office; and TSTI trainees.
This collaboration reflects the shared commitment of CLIMBS and the College to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).