LEADING WITH HEARTS
This page highlights the heart of Miss Philippines New York 2025, Sydney Olandese, through her ongoing commitment to community service. From volunteering at local organizations to uplifting those in need, Sydney uses her platform to make a meaningful difference. Here, you’ll find moments of kindness, leadership, and impact—showcasing how she serves with compassion, humility, and pride in both her culture and her community.
HEARTS FROM HOME: THE 1,000 CARD CHALLENGE FOR OUR HEROES
In this inspiring moment, Miss Philippines NY 2025, Sydney Olandese, stands before her church community, passionately explaining the 1,000 Card Challenge—a heartfelt campaign to send handwritten letters of gratitude and encouragement to our locally deployed soldiers. With poise and purpose, she shares the impact these cards will have, reminding everyone that even the smallest act of kindness can bring light to someone’s darkest day.
As a company, Miss Philippines New York proudly supports this initiative, with each titleholder taking on the challenge of writing 250 cards toward the collective goal of 1,000. Sydney not only leads with her voice but with action—captured in other photos as she sits down to write, pouring love and hope into every word.
These images reflect the heart of true leadership: service, compassion, and the power of rallying a community to make a difference—one letter at a time.
HANDS FULL, HEART FULLER: SYDNEY OLANDESE AT FOODLINK
Miss Philippines New York 2025, Sydney Olandese, is more than a titleholder — she’s a servant leader committed to making a difference. As part of her community outreach, Sydney rolled up her sleeves at Foodlink, where she spent the day packing food boxes for families in need, sweeping the floors to maintain a clean and safe environment, and lifting heavy boxes to ensure supplies were distributed efficiently.
With every task — big or small — Sydney brought warmth, humility, and determination, embodying the spirit of bayanihan (community unity). Her efforts reflect a deep understanding that true leadership starts with service. By giving her time and energy to help those facing food insecurity, Sydney is not just wearing a crown — she’s earning it.