The ARES Maritime Scholarship Foundation successfully hosted its 3rd Annual Golf Tournament in support of its Scholarship and Placement Program for John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation-Bacolod, Inc. The Awarding Ceremony for the event took place on March 2, 2025, at the Citadines Hotel in Bacolod City.
This golf tournament, an initiative of the ARES Maritime Scholarship Foundation, reflects the organizationโs commitment to providing assistance to deserving maritime students who will soon become influential members of the maritime industry. The Foundation, under the leadership of its President, Mr. Mike Marquez, and CEO of Ares Merchant Philippines Inc., Mr. Napoleon Pefianco, recognizes the vital contributions seafarers make to the nationโs economy and the well-being of the Filipino people.
The Awarding Ceremony celebrated the individuals and organizations who have championed the Foundationโs advocacy, showing their steadfast support through participation and sponsorship.
3E Sorbito, the former Onboard Training Supervisor of JBLCF-Bacolod, Inc., shared the latest updates on the status of the first batch of ARES scholars. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to all the supporters on behalf of the scholars, emphasizing the profound impact of their generosity.
As the Annual Golf Tournament continues to receive tremendous support from those who believe in the Foundationโs mission, the ARES Maritime Scholarship Foundation is set to welcome another 40 students into the 2nd batch of its Scholarship and Placement Program this month. These students will benefit from free tuition, miscellaneous fees, and training costs, as well as the opportunity to work on international fleetsโthanks to the Foundationโs efforts and the ongoing support of its partners.
Representing JBLCF-Bacolod at the event were Engr. Sylvino Tupas, Ph.D. (Administrator), 3/E Bernard Sorbito Jr. (Unit Quality Assurance Manager), CM John Erll N. Destacamento, Ph.D. (Dean, CME), Mrs. Sally Pretta (Alumni and Placement Coordinator), and Ms. Maricris Gallego (former Unit Placement Coordinator), all of whom play a key role in supporting ARES scholars on their educational journey.
JBLCF-Bacolod extends its deepest appreciation to all its partners, especially the ARES Maritime Scholarship Foundation, for believing in its mission to produce qualified, competent, and well-rounded maritime graduates.
