All it takes is 250 cups of White Hat Yogurt for us to provide one scholar with one year of high school education, and when one unites, it can do so much more. With the support from Miriam, her sponsors and with the help of Real LIFE Foundation volunteers, it was all possible.

Despite being delayed for a week caused by a fire incident in Shangri-La Plaza, Miriam still has a positive attitude when she arrived.  Last May 2, 2010 at The White Hat Shangri-La Plaza, Miriam Quiambao volunteered to help raise funds for Real LIFE Foundation, our goal was to provide at least one scholar with one year education. There were so many ways to help during that day; beat the heat with a refreshing taste of Miriam’s unique creations, “Have the Hots for Miriam’s Hats” or you can purchase the Limited Edition Little Miss White Hat Shirts specially designed by Ms. Miriam Quiambao in collaboration with The Perfect White Shirt.

Miriam fans, loyal White Hat customers, supporters of Real LIFE Foundation began crowding the area as they all waited in line to be served by Miriam. Support from sponsors also gave their fair share in helping Ms. Quiambao in reaching her goal. Gift Certificates from Lay Bare Libis Branch and a free Hair Makeover from Hairworks Salon were given as raffle prizes, while a pack of White Radiance Facial Mask courtesy of Olay Philippines were distributed to all Miriam’s hats buyers; two very unique and enticingly scrumptious combos were offered for the entire day; Summer Delight, a unique blend of Original Yogurt with Fresh Strawberries, Fresh Kiwi and Homemade Granola for a zesty summer and Passionate Indulgence, an exceptional flavor of Original Yogurt with Homemade Brownies, Walnut Streusel topped with Chocolate Syrup for the chocolate lovers.

While savoring every mouthful of yogurt, the crowd patiently waited for Miriam to finally finish serving. As she finally stepped out of the counter and as soon as everyone heard that it was time to have their pictures taken with the beauty queen, everyone’s faces started lighting up! Excitement filled the air as each person started getting their numbered stubs in one hand and their cameras on the other. After a few minutes of photo session with Miriam, she happily greeted everyone inside the store and had a little chat with every customer. Bloggers also got the chance to have a private talk with Ms. Quiambao about her advocacy and how she started doing volunteer work for Real LIFE Foundation. It was too good of a conversation to stop the bloggers from asking questions and for Miriam to answer them but the day was almost over and it was time to draw the 10 lucky winners for the raffle.Winners, bloggers, volunteers and fans all went home with a big smile on their faces and fulfilled, knowing that their long weekend was well spent. Not only did they get a chance to meet and actually talk with Ms. Universe winner Miriam Quiambao, or  bonded with their family and friends but what’s truly fulfilling and satisfying was that they get to help out young people get what they truly deserve in LIFE, an education. Indeed, this fund raising activity was able to Change a LIFE this summer.

The White Hat has 13 store locations:

Manila

• Robinsons Ermita -              4/F Midtown Wing, near Movieworld

Mandaluyong

• Robinsons Galleria -              Level 2, East wing, above Gold’s Gym
• Shangri-la Plaza Mall - G/F across Crossings

Makati

• Rustans Makati –              Supermarket Level (basement)
• Greenbelt 5 –              3/F inside Kidz Station
• Glorietta 3 –              2/F besides Figaro

Marikina

• SM Marikina      -              2/F, near Department Store

Pasay

• SM Mall of Asia -              2/F Entertainment Mall, near Nike

Quezon City

• SM North Edsa -              2/F, New Annex Bldg in front of Watsons
• Trinoma -              2/F, Near Crocs

North of the City

• Marquee Mall –              G/F, near Marks & Spencer
• SM Baguio –              G/F, Main Entrance Supermarket

South of the City

• Alabang Town Center –              G/F, Town Plaza

The White Hat

Website                               :               www.thewhitehat.com.ph

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Facebook Fan Page         :               www.facebook.com/TheWhiteHat

Real Life Foundation

Website                               :               www.igivetolife.com