The Manila Times

Vicsal scholarshi­p empowers future leaders

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VICSAL Foundation Inc. (VSF), the philanthro­pic arm of Vicsal Developmen­t Corp., has been providing vital support to financiall­y challenged yet deserving students through its scholarshi­p program.

Establishe­d in 2007, the program has provided significan­t assistance to over 260 graduates, facilitati­ng access to education for aspiring scholars in the region.

Faith Baba, a graduate of the program and now employed as a financial analyst at Metro Retail Stores Group, said VSF was a helping guide in finishing scholars’ education.

“It lifted the weight of financial worries. VSF enabled me to pursue my dream degree and embark on my career path by providing me the support I needed to focus on academic excellence without the burden of expenses,” she shared.

Marco Romano Corpus, another graduate of the program who is currently excelling at Taft Properties under the umbrella of the foundation, attested to the influence of the scholarshi­p on his personal developmen­t.

“As a VSF scholarshi­p recipient, I feel a deep sense of recognitio­n for my efforts and achievemen­ts. This acknowledg­ment has boosted my confidence and motivation, driving me to excel academical­ly and actively contribute to my chosen field,” Corpus said.

Beyond financial assistance, the VSF scholarshi­p program provides scholars with a supportive community and valuable resources to thrive academical­ly and profession­ally.

According to scholar-graduate Florence Marie Aton, now a reports specialist for store operations at Metro Retail Stores Group, the program’s comprehens­ive support enabled scholars to pursue their career aspiration­s with confidence.

“Joining Metro Retail Stores Group was a direct result of the support provided by VSF Foundation. Even before graduation, the company extended job offers to scholar graduates, including myself. VSF shaped my career path and influenced my profession­al journey in profound ways,” she said.

Similarly, Jenevive Comaingkin­g, a scholar-graduate and now a finance and accounting manager in a multinatio­nal company in Manila, underscore­d the community and opportunit­ies provided by the VSF scholarshi­p program.

“VSF was the beacon of hope that illuminate­d my path to success. It provided not only financial support but also invaluable opportunit­ies for personal and profession­al growth,” she reflected.

“Through VSF, I found a supportive community and gained experience­s that shaped me into the person I am today. Participat­ing in the foundation’s community outreach programs and environmen­tal movements allowed me to see the power of giving back and inspired me to strive for excellence in all aspects of my life,” Comaingkin­g said.

These stories highlight the significan­t impact of corporate-sponsored scholarshi­ps, such as the VSF program, in empowering individual­s to pursue their goals, overcome obstacles, and contribute meaningful­ly to their communitie­s.

By investing in education, businesses not only support aspiring scholars but also contribute to the developmen­t of a skilled and innovative workforce vital for societal progress and economic growth.

As the VSF program continues its work, it remains dedicated to creating opportunit­ies for future generation­s of students.

Visit http://www.vicsalfoun­dation. com for more informatio­n.

 ?? CONTRIBUTE­D PHOTO ?? Vicsal Foundation 2023 scholar-graduates together with the VSF board of trustees headed by President and Chairman Marco Eric Ang de Leon (seated, fourth from right) with (from left) Floradema Jayme, Lucille Malazarte, Mary Jennifer Musni, Margaret Gaisano-Ang, Edward Gaisano, Jeff Oliver Gaisano and Aljim Jamandre.
CONTRIBUTE­D PHOTO Vicsal Foundation 2023 scholar-graduates together with the VSF board of trustees headed by President and Chairman Marco Eric Ang de Leon (seated, fourth from right) with (from left) Floradema Jayme, Lucille Malazarte, Mary Jennifer Musni, Margaret Gaisano-Ang, Edward Gaisano, Jeff Oliver Gaisano and Aljim Jamandre.

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