The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) launched last March 1 its 2008 Search for the 10 Outstanding Expat Pinoy Children.
The Search is one way of fulfilling the Bank’s commitment to our Overseas Filipinos whose remittances are considered a major powerhouse of our economic progress. Besides giving recognition to their children – their source of inspiration and motivation – it serves as a reward for all their efforts. By citing the achievements of their children, BPI felt that it is giving greater honor and recognition to the sacrifices that any Expat Pinoy bear abroad.
Last year, the awardees were:
- Maria Trina, UP College of Medicine Intarmed, daughter of Andres E. Asuncion who is based in Oman;
- Siblings Kristine Ann of Ateneo de Manila University and Neil Stephen of Dela Salle University, children of Noel C. Lopez based in Indonesia;
- Mark Lester, University of Perpetual help System, son of Rico Mercurio Cervantes based in Dubai UAE;
- Maria Rhodora, Far Eastern University, daughter of Rodrigo G. Agang based in Sudan, South Africa;
- Jonathan, Philippine Science High School, son of Vivencio M. Batingue based in Russia;
- Mary Grace, Makati Science High School, daughter of Jesus E. Pascua based in Saudi Arabia;
- Loris Marriel, Ateneo de Manila University, daughter of Ismael J. Villar based in Dubai, UAE;
- Inri, UP Visayas, son of Danilo L. Villaluna based in Japan;
- and Soleil, Adamson Univeristy, daughter of Manuel I. Ponce who is based in Saudi Arabia.
Each winner got a cash grant of P50,000, a BPInoy trophy and a new Globe cellphone. The contest was open to 15 to 21-year-old children of Expat Pinoys (OFWs) with current contract in another country. They must have parents or relatives who are BPI depositors. They must belong to the Top 10% of their class, level, or batch, with no failing marks. They must be presently enrolled or a graduate of a four-year course (no more than two years past)
The Board of Judges was composed of representatives of BSP, OWWA, POEA, DepEd and the Bank of the Philippines Islands.
The nationwide search is a project of the Bank’s Expat Pinoy Customer Segment of BPI Overseas Banking Division. Application and nomination form can be printed from the bpiexpressonline.com, Click on Remittance under Products; or bpidirect.com.
Deadline for submission of entries is on JUNE 30, 2008.