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Amelia S. Hernandez College Scholarship

Obtaining a college degree is the most effective way to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty, and our ASH College Scholarship Program makes it possible for more students to achieve this milestone. Named after our founder, this program provides one-year college scholarships of $400 to impoverished students who live in the areas we serve, and who have outstanding academic performance, a good command of the English language, and a commitment to pay it forward. Since 2016, Philippines Humanitarian has provided 191 ASH scholarships to 63 students, 19 of whom have earned their college degrees.

While tuition in the Philippines is currently free at public universities and colleges, ASH scholars and their families are not able to afford the extra costs associated with higher education. Our scholarship is enough to pay for the recipient’s transportation to and from school, class fees, text books, and other needed school supplies, thus allowing them and their families to fully commit to their studies.

Scholarship applicants are initially vetted by our NGO partner in the Philippines. Students then submit their applications, grades, and family profiles, which are then reviewed by our Board of Directors. Scholarships are granted every June.

For the 2025-2026 school year, Philippines Humanitarian awarded 36 ASH scholarships. 33 students received full scholarships of $400 and 3 other students received partial scholarships. Our 36 ASH scholars join 83 other college students who are part of our Student Sponsorship Program. We are so proud of the 119 students who are working towards their college degrees with the help of Philippines Humanitarian and our generous sponsors and donors!

Congratulations to the ASH Scholarship Winners for the 2025-26 School Year!

Jemahbelle A. 3rd Year
Information Technology

Shara Marie A. 4th Year
Information Technology

Kristel A. 2nd Year
Mechanical Engineering

Karen B. 3rd Year
Tourism Management

Alyssa Balansay. 2nd Year
Office Adminstration

Andrei B. 3rd Year
Electrical Engineering

Janielle C. 4th Year
Hospitality Management

Matthew D. 2nd Year
Secondary Education

Krystel D. 3rd Year
Mechanical Engineering

Mary Joy D. 3rd Year
Secondary Education

Kim D. 2nd Year
Information Technology

Sheila Mae D. 4th Year
Entrepreneurship

Mary E. 3rd Year
Entrepreneurship

Princess Papina J. 2nd Year
Elementary Education

Keith J. 1st Year
Technical Vocational

Myka L. 4th Year
Information Technology

Aldrine L. 2nd Year
Elementary Education

Frances L. 2nd Year
Accountancy

Laurence L. 4th Year
Computer Engineering

Roumer L. 3rd Year
Nursing

Chris M. 4th Year
Marine Transportation

Shane M. 4th Year
Business Administration

Lenedy M. 3rd Year
Secondary Education

Maxxine O. 3rd Year
Secondary Education

Kyle Marie P. 4th Year
Criminology

Ira P. 2nd Year
Secondary Education

Jomar R. 4th Year
Business Administration

N Jhunel R. 2nd Year
Social Work

John R. 1st Year
Humanities & Social Studies

Mariel S. 1st Year
Accountancy

Gerald S. 4th Year
Social Work

Karyl T. 2nd Year
Secondary Education

Andrea T. 3rd Year
Electronics Engineering

Mary Jane U. 2nd Year
Pschology

Mycha V. 1st Year
Accountancy

Angelica Y. 3rd Year
Elementary Education