, the corporate social responsibility arm of Megawide Construction Corporation , formally welcomed its new batch of college scholars for the 2024–2025 academic year in a jacket-handing ceremony held on Wednesday, November 6 at the Crowne Plaza Galleria Suites in Quezon City.
“This ceremony is more than a rite of passage; it’s an acknowledgment of our scholars’ potential and hard work,” shared President Tata Saavedra. “By supporting their education, we are empowering future leaders who will play crucial roles in helping advance our nation and creating First-World opportunities for their communities.”
The scholars participated in a panel discussion with Vivas and Saavedra, together with MCFI Independent Trustee Paulette Lui and Megawide Construction Chief Operating Officer Frederick Tan, who offered valuable insights on Megawide’s commitment to nation-building and highlighted career paths within the industry, inspiring them as they prepare to embark on their professional journeys. Since 2015, MCFI has provided support to nearly 100 students.
In collaborative efforts, MCFI worked with their partner universities to screen and select deserving students through rigorous assessments. The Foundation team also worked with registered social workers who helped out in culminating home visits to validate each scholar’s eligibility through their family background and commitment to the program.