TACLOBAN CITY — The 3rd Isang Propesyonal, Isang Pamilya (IPIP) Invitational Golf Cup organized by the provincial government of Eastern Samar successfully raised P3.5 million during the tournament held on October 29 at the Valley Golf and Country Club in Antipolo City.
More than 120 golfers from both the government and private sectors participated in the fundraising event, demonstrating their support for the province’s flagship scholarship initiative, which aims to ensure that every Eastern Samar family has at least one member who earns a college degree.
The ceremonial tee-off was led by former governor Ben Evardone, Governor RV Evardone, Atty. Ryan Hornada, and Emmanuel Rapadas, president of the Waray-Waray Golfers Club, Inc., which co-organized the event.
According to IPIP focal person Emmanuel Arago, this year’s tournament exceeded its P3-million target, generating P3.5 million in total from registration fees and donations. In comparison, the inaugural IPIP Golf Cup raised P2 million, while the second edition generated P1.5 million.
Since the program’s launch, IPIP has produced more than 100 college graduates and currently supports 629 active scholars, each receiving a P3,000 monthly allowance to cover educational expenses.
Governor Evardone expressed gratitude to the participants and donors for their continued support, emphasizing that the proceeds directly benefit scholars from remote barangays and low-income families across the province.
“The generosity of our supporters ensures that more young Eastern Samareños can achieve their dreams of completing college and improving their families’ lives,” the governor said.
(ROEL T. AMAZONA)
