Loyal client wins 1M BDO Rewards Points

For Benedicto “Benny” Marra, loyalty isn’t just a value—it’s a way of life.

Like millions of overseas Filipinos, Benny left home to provide for his family. While working as a mechanic in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, he relied on BDO as his financial partner.

“Life abroad is demanding, maraming hirap at na-aksidente pa ako. Pero kinaya ko lahat ng sakripisyo,” he recalls, tears welling up as he remembers the sacrifices.

Even from afar, Benny stayed disciplined with his savings, making sure his hard-earned income supported both his family and his retirement plans. For more than 20 years, he entrusted BDO to keep his money safe and growing.

“Nirekomenda ng kasama ko sa trabaho ang BDO kaya nag-open ako ng account. Noong pandemic, anytime, anywhere, gamit ko ang mobile banking para tuloy lang ang padala. Tapos, pag nauwi ako, tuwing pupunta sa branch, ang ganda ng salubong sa akin ng mga staff, parang VIP. Talagang ramdam ko na katuwang ko ang BDO,” Benny shares.

His loyalty took an unexpected turn last December during a vacation. While converting his salary remittance, branch staff encouraged him to open a Kabayan Savings Account with ATM access. That’s when they introduced him to BDO’s Holiday Million Rewards Raffle. Normally skeptical, Benny agreed after the staff patiently guided him through registration and activated his BDO Rewards via the BDO Pay app.

“There was nothing to lose by joining so I said yes, but honestly, I didn’t expect to win anything,” he admits.

The surprise came when Benny received the call: he had won the grand prize—₱1 million worth of BDO Rewards Points. At first, he couldn’t believe it.

“Natulala ako. I kept asking if it was real,” he says laughing. “When I finally understood what I had won, I felt overwhelming joy and gratitude.”

BDO Executive Vice President Cora A. Mallillin notes that Benny’s story exemplifies the bank’s mission: “At BDO, we believe that saving should always be rewarding. Our products, services and promotions are designed to reward loyal clients like Benny who trust us with their hard-earned money.”

Benny already has plans for his winnings. He will shop for home essentials at the SM Store and SM Appliance Center, continue renovations on his Pangasinan home, boost his retirement savings, and secure a BDO Life policy for his grandchild.

Soon, he will return to Riyadh to continue his work overseas—this time with greater peace of mind. “With BDO’s support and this blessing, I feel more secure about the future,” he declares.

Benny’s story proves that at BDO, loyalty is rewarded, and even small, disciplined savings can lead to life-changing moments.