COED - Creating Opportunities for Educational Development

09/18/2026

This year, COED has 11 graduates from various schools, please take a look at this video to see what your sponsorship and support of COED's mission and vision has accomplished! Thank you all!

08/31/2026

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08/27/2026

Another one of COED's graduates this year 2026, Christian Matnao. He graduated from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. He applied for scholarship during his sophomore year in college and pursued his college degree. We are very proud of Christian! Congratulations! Thank you once again to COED's sponsors and supporters for assisting us in achieving our mission. The following is Christian's message to COED:

I am deeply grateful to COED because, through their support, my college life became much lighter.

Ever since I was in grade school, my family had been struggling financially to support my education. There were many times when we had to submit promissory notes to the school because we could not immediately pay our tuition and other expenses. So, when I entered college and was accepted as one of COED’s scholars, I was incredibly happy. I knew that, through the scholarship, the financial burden on my family would be lessened.

COED truly helped me get through college financially. Their support helped me with my daily allowance, transportation expenses, laboratory equipment, school requirements, and even my thesis. These may seem like simple things to some people, but for someone who has experienced financial difficulties, every bit of assistance means so much.

But COED did not just help me financially. The COED family also became a source of motivation and encouragement. They reminded me to keep pushing forward with my education, especially during the difficult times when I felt exhausted and wanted to give up. Hearing the stories and experiences of my fellow scholars inspired me to continue pursuing my dreams and finish my studies—and hopefully become successful someday.

I personally know what it feels like to worry about money. I know the anxiety of wondering whether you will still be able to continue your studies or whether you will have to stop because of financial difficulties. I know the fear of not being able to graduate and of falling even deeper into poverty. These experiences have shaped me and made me realize how meaningful it is to receive help when you need it most.

That is why, in the future, when I become successful, I want to give back. I want to help students and families who are struggling financially, just as my family and I once did. I want to become like COED—an organization that helps people wholeheartedly, not only financially but also emotionally. I want to be someone who gives others hope when they are struggling and reminds them that their circumstances do not have to define their future.

Just like COED has been a model to me, I also hope to become a model to other students. I want to inspire them to strive for success—not only for themselves, but also so that one day, they can extend the same kindness and support to others who are in need.

Thank you once again for your kindness, dedication, and generosity. More than the financial assistance, thank you for believing in us and for reminding us that we are capable of achieving our dreams despite the challenges we face.

May God continue to bless COED abundantly and grant you good health, strength, and many more opportunities to be a blessing to others. I hope that someday, I can also give back and become a blessing to others, just as COED has been a blessing to me and my family.

08/17/2026

Another COED graduate this year from the University of the Philippines, Manila extension in Baler, Aurora. Nicole Mortel graduated in the Bachelor of Science, Nursing program. Below is her message of gratitude to the COED family and to all our sponsors and supporters.

Dear COED,

Today, as I celebrate my Graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of the Philippines Manila – School of Health Sciences Extension Campus Baler, and as I join my fellow graduates at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) to commemorate this milestone, I am filled with immense gratitude. On this special occasion, I would like to extend my deepest appreciation to the COED Scholarship Program for believing in me, investing in my education, and helping make this achievement possible.

Your financial assistance was more than just support, it became a source of hope and motivation during the many challenges I encountered throughout my academic journey. Because of your generosity, I was able to focus on my studies, continue pursuing my dreams, and move one step closer to becoming a healthcare professional dedicated to serving others.

Coming from a family with limited financial resources, your scholarship eased a significant burden and reminded me that there are people and organizations willing to uplift students who aspire to make a difference. I am truly grateful for the opportunity you gave me.

As I begin this new chapter, I carry with me not only the knowledge and skills I have gained but also a deep sense of responsibility to give back to the communities that need compassionate and competent healthcare providers. I hope to honor your trust by serving with integrity, excellence, and genuine compassion.

I will always carry your kindness with me, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity you gave me to pursue my dreams. Thank you for being an invaluable part of my journey. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on my life, and I will always be proud to have been one of your scholars.

With sincere appreciation,

Nicole Mortel, RM
COED Scholarship Grantee
University of the Philippines Manila – School of Health Sciences

CONGRATULATIONS Nicole! We wish you all the best! Thank you sponsors and supporters of COED!

08/02/2026

Another one of COED’s scholars who graduated this year 2026, Angelica Napiza, from the University of the Philippines, College of Dentistry. She is now reviewing for the dental board exams that will be held in September of this year. Angelica was struggling to finish her degree because of financial difficulties and was unable to get assistance for her last year of school where she needed practical application of all her dental skills. The last year of expenses was just unreachable for her even if she worked and went to school at the same time. COED provided that assistance and thankfully, with that help, she was able to finish and graduate this year.

Congratulations Angelica! Your hard work and perseverance has paid off! We wish you all the best! Thank you to all of COED’s sponsors and supporters for your unwavering support of our scholars! May you all continue to be blessed!

07/26/2026

Jericho Matthew Angcon, another one of COED’s scholars who graduated this year, completed his degree in Bachelor of Science in Microbiology at Trinity University of Asia. He wrote the following regarding COED’s impact in completing his education.

“Poverty is something we the common Filipinos are all familiar with. Only a fraction of the general population is privileged to graduate, consequently, fewer people get the chance to land a guaranteed job, and only a select few work in line with their target program. I am forever grateful that I found a support system—through COED—that allows me to pursue my dream without fearing the associated finances.

I aspire to be a scientist or a doctor for the people someday. Unfortunately, this venture comes at a hefty price in the Philippines, literally. Yet, COED opened a pathway wherein I can realize this dream. Through their support, I finished my Bachelor of Science in Biology degree at Trinity University of Asia. COED pushed me to leap through uncertainties and take risks. With this renewed sense of courage, I heeded the call to serve as the editor-in-chief of our university publication and qualified as a junior level science scholar for the country’s Department of Science and Technology (DOST).

More than ever, my aspiration of being a scientist or a doctor burns bright because COED’s support fueled my excellence. The foundation also reduced my worries by helping me with finances in academics and in personal life. No words can express how grateful I am for the help that they gave me. I will surely pay it forward in the near future.

Now, I am pursuing a Master of Science in Molecular Medicine at St. Luke’s Medical Center College of Medicine in advancing STEM in the country. I take this endeavor not only to be closer to my scientist dream but also to address brain drain in the country as the Philippines faces a reality where only 270 researchers per million people are present which is far less than the global benchmark of 4,000 to 5,000 researchers per million people. I want to contribute to reinforcing the S&T sector of the country to provide accessible and holistic healthcare for the least, the last, and the lost; the marginalized sector; and those in the far-flung communities.

It is of my utmost gratitude that I became a COED scholar and I wouldn’t have had it any other way. To end, I dedicate my scholarship to the people who I will serve in the future and to the nation that we will meaningfully build.”

Congratulations Jericho and we wish you all the best for your future!

06/24/2026

One of COED’s graduate this 2026 is Trixia Policarpio. She graduated the University of the Philippines, with a degree in Bachelor of Arts, Creative Writing. She graduated with honors, Magna Cum Laude. She wrote to the COED email and said the following:

“I started my first year of college during the pandemic, when almost everything had suddenly shifted online. It was a difficult adjustment for many students, but for my family, one of the biggest challenges was not being financially prepared for the gadgets and resources needed for online learning. I constantly worried about whether I could keep up with my classes when my internet connection could barely do the same. On top of that, building friendships and finding a sense of community were limited to screens and virtual interactions. Looking back, my freshman year became one of the hardest years of my college life, when it was supposed to be filled with excitement, hope, and new beginnings.

But COED played a huge role in helping me hold on to my plans and dreams. At the time, I didn’t know whether they’re accepting any applications, but I simply took a chance. They were responsive and willing to review it, and that small opportunity eventually made a lasting difference in my college journey.

As I became more familiar with the COED family, I realized how different they were from many scholarship programs. They make an effort to connect with their scholars personally, meeting us in the Philippines and occasionally organizing dinners and gatherings. The way I see it, COED sees its scholars as people more than just random students whose grades need to be monitored.

A year later, I made a significant decision to transfer from UP Baguio to a course I felt more passionate about and to a campus that would be more convenient for my family. I was initially worried that this decision might affect my scholarship, especially because transferring meant facing possible delays in my academic timeline. But I received nothing but support from COED. From my first semester to my final year in college, I have been fortunate to be supported by an organization that genuinely cares about its students and their individual journeys.

I really hope COED continues its work for many years to come. There are countless students carrying big dreams despite difficult circumstances, and sometimes all it takes is one spark of hope to keep those dreams alive.”

We are very proud of you, Trixia!

05/08/2026

Thank you to all of you who supported and donated to COED through the Big Day of Giving campaign! With your help, we were able to raise over $5,000 for our scholarship programs. These funds will help us continue to "alleviate poverty through education"! Thank you for your support. Please visit our website at www.coedscholarship.org or send us an email at [email protected] if you would like to find out more about our programs. Thank you again for your unwavering support!

Alleviating poverty through education About UsFor many students in disadvantaged circumstances, education is both a beacon of hope and an unattainable goal. Often painted as the great equalizer and the key to open many doors of opportunities, education – most notably college and beyond – has inc...

05/08/2026

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05/07/2026

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