Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
This Christmas, the Sisters of Mary Schools in the Philippines, in partnership with Apl.de.Ap of the Black Eyed Peas, Keith Harris, David “DQ” Quinones, Johnny Black, and Edgar “Artek” Sinio, present “It’s That Time of Year”—a heartfelt song featuring the voices of over 3,000 students. Every stream of this song helps fund housing, meals, and education for students at the Sisters of Mary Schools, which have empowered over 60,000 graduates for more than 30 years.
🎵 Stream “It’s That Time of Year” now and share the joy with your loved ones: spoti.fi/4iK9Um6
🎁 Want to make an even bigger impact? Donate directly to the Apl.de.Ap Foundation here: bit.ly/filipinoholidays
🎄 Celebrate the season with purpose! Explore unique Filipino-made gift ideas and support local businesses here: bit.ly/shopfilipino
Join One Down, the Apl.de.Ap Foundation, and over 100 Filipino-owned businesses in this global effort to empower young students. Together, we can create lasting change. Thank you for your support, and we wish you a very Merry Christmas! 🎄✨
🌏 Want to work with us to reach the Filipino American community?
Learn more about our Filipino Audience Growth Accelerator and how we can help your brand: bit.ly/workwithonedown
Or reach out to us at partnerships@one-down.com
0:00 - 4:34 Filipino Christmas Short Film
4:35 - 5:50 One Down x Apl.de.Ap Foundation International
5:51 - 7:47 Sisters of Mary Schools
#Filipino #ChristmasSong #ChristmasShortFilm #OneDown
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Thank you to our team:
Executive Producer: Leo Albea
Writer & Director: Milky Tran
Editor: Millaine Matinong
Video (US):
Director of Photography: Wesley Rodriguez
Gaffer: Rob Padilla
Assistant Camera/Grip: Jordan Mason
Production Designer: Joanna Cabalquinto
Choreographer: Byron Bucao
Sound Mixer: Natey Ipanag
Associate Producer: Sarah Albea
Stylist: Jessica Ramos
Casting Director: Tessa Albea
Production Assistant: Abraham Alvarado, Crystal Bernardo
Craft Services: Jewel Albea
Video (PH): Jerel Natividad
Production Management: Lorenzo Santos, Rosalyn Santos, Kimberly Samonte
Social Media Manager: Sheena Jawa
SEO Strategist: Manna Dellota
Creative Consultant: Jules Cruz
“It’s That Time of Year”
Produced and Written by:
Apl.de.Ap
Keith Harris
David “DQ” Quiñones
Johnny Black
Recording and Mix Engineers:
Edgar “Artek” Sinio
Keith Harris
David “DQ” Quiñones
Vocals:
Sisters of Mary Choir and School
David “DQ” Quiñones
Layla Quiñones
Liliana Quiñones
Moe Loughran
Apl.de.Ap Foundation Team
Executive Director: Audie Vergara
Communications Director: Dan Vo
Special Thanks:
ShopFarols: shopfarols.com
Island Pacific: islandpacificmarket.com
Albea Family
Charlie Rufino & The Rufino Family
Carla Barretto
Chris Canaria & The Inquirer.net Team
David Magdael
Featuring:
Lola: Pinky Albea
Kids:
Rovee Victoria
Micaela Abdon
Adalynn Gonzalez
Isabella Gutierrez
Zoey Hiton
Disclaimer:
This short film is a collaboration between One Down and The Apl.de.Ap Foundation, International. All proceeds from streaming "It's That Time of Year" benefit Sisters of Mary Schools, Philippines. All students featured appear with proper consent and protection protocols in place. Music rights secured.
This Christmas, the Sisters of Mary Schools in the Philippines, in partnership with Apl.de.Ap of the Black Eyed Peas, Keith Harris, David “DQ” Quinones, Johnny Black, and Edgar “Artek” Sinio, present “It’s That Time of Year”—a heartfelt song featuring the voices of over 3,000 students. Every stream of this song helps fund housing, meals, and education for students at the Sisters of Mary Schools, which have empowered over 60,000 graduates for more than 30 years.
🎵 Stream “It’s That Time of Year” now and share the joy with your loved ones: spoti.fi/4iK9Um6
🎁 Want to make an even bigger impact? Donate directly to the Apl.de.Ap Foundation here: bit.ly/filipinoholidays
🎄 Celebrate the season with purpose! Explore unique Filipino-made gift ideas and support local businesses here: bit.ly/shopfilipino
Join One Down, the Apl.de.Ap Foundation, and over 100 Filipino-owned businesses in this global effort to empower young students. Together, we can create lasting change. Thank you for your support, and we wish you a very Merry Christmas! 🎄✨
🌏 Want to work with us to reach the Filipino American community?
Learn more about our Filipino Audience Growth Accelerator and how we can help your brand: bit.ly/workwithonedown
Or reach out to us at partnerships@one-down.com
0:00 - 4:34 Filipino Christmas Short Film
4:35 - 5:50 One Down x Apl.de.Ap Foundation International
5:51 - 7:47 Sisters of Mary Schools
#Filipino #ChristmasSong #ChristmasShortFilm #OneDown
Support Our Work!
• Subscribe for more content on Filipino culture and identity: bit.ly/SubscribeOneDown
• Grab exclusive merch from our store: https://onedown.media/shop
Follow Us On Social Media!
Facebook: facebook.com/onedwnmedia
Instagram: instagram.com/onedwnmedia
TikTok: tiktok.com/@onedownmedia
Thank you to our team:
Executive Producer: Leo Albea
Writer & Director: Milky Tran
Editor: Millaine Matinong
Video (US):
Director of Photography: Wesley Rodriguez
Gaffer: Rob Padilla
Assistant Camera/Grip: Jordan Mason
Production Designer: Joanna Cabalquinto
Choreographer: Byron Bucao
Sound Mixer: Natey Ipanag
Associate Producer: Sarah Albea
Stylist: Jessica Ramos
Casting Director: Tessa Albea
Production Assistant: Abraham Alvarado, Crystal Bernardo
Craft Services: Jewel Albea
Video (PH): Jerel Natividad
Production Management: Lorenzo Santos, Rosalyn Santos, Kimberly Samonte
Social Media Manager: Sheena Jawa
SEO Strategist: Manna Dellota
Creative Consultant: Jules Cruz
“It’s That Time of Year”
Produced and Written by:
Apl.de.Ap
Keith Harris
David “DQ” Quiñones
Johnny Black
Recording and Mix Engineers:
Edgar “Artek” Sinio
Keith Harris
David “DQ” Quiñones
Vocals:
Sisters of Mary Choir and School
David “DQ” Quiñones
Layla Quiñones
Liliana Quiñones
Moe Loughran
Apl.de.Ap Foundation Team
Executive Director: Audie Vergara
Communications Director: Dan Vo
Special Thanks:
ShopFarols: shopfarols.com
Island Pacific: islandpacificmarket.com
Albea Family
Charlie Rufino & The Rufino Family
Carla Barretto
Chris Canaria & The Inquirer.net Team
David Magdael
Featuring:
Lola: Pinky Albea
Kids:
Rovee Victoria
Micaela Abdon
Adalynn Gonzalez
Isabella Gutierrez
Zoey Hiton
Disclaimer:
This short film is a collaboration between One Down and The Apl.de.Ap Foundation, International. All proceeds from streaming "It's That Time of Year" benefit Sisters of Mary Schools, Philippines. All students featured appear with proper consent and protection protocols in place. Music rights secured.
