THIRTY-THREE (33) college freshmen from various areas in Batangas were awarded scholarships by SM Foundation in a ceremony held at SM City Batangas, Monday, August 4
The awarding ceremony attended by SM Foundation representatives and officials from SM City Batangas and SM Store Batangas, was a significant milestone for the aspiring students, who were accompanied by their proud parents as they participated in the orientation and contract signing at the mall’s Event Hub.
In his welcome message, SM City Batangas Assistant Mall Manager Bernard Coronel extended his congratulations to the scholars and their families.
“You are here not just because of your academic excellence, but because of your resilience, your determination and your unwavering belief in the power of education to transform lives.” he said. As SM Scholars, you carry with you the legacy of a program built on the vision of uplifting Filipino youth through education. “
Highlighting the impact of the program, an SM scholar alumnus, Richard Amante, SM Store Batangas Manager, Personal Shopper 2 shared also an inspiring message during the event.
“SM didn’t just give me an education and a job — it gave me a home, a family, and a future,” the alumnus shared. ” Trust your process, work with your heart, and believe in what you can become. Because dreams do come true. I’m a living proof.”
The scholarship provides full tuition coverage, monthly allowances, and access to various activities and opportunities designed to support academic and professional development. These include assemblies, part-time work during school breaks, on-the-job training, and employment opportunities within the SM Group after graduation.
The Scholarship Program, established in 1993 by the SM Group founder Henry Sy Sr., aims to make education accessible and to support the development of future professionals through structured support and long term opportunities, enabling scholars to uplift their families and contribute meaningfully to their communities. It has now supported over 6,000 scholars across the country.|
