12 August 2025
De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde received a Plaque of Distinction from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) during the 25th Anniversary Recognition Ceremony of the AFP Educational Benefit System Office (AFPEBSO) held on August 1 at Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City.
Benilde was honored for its long-term partnership with AFPEBSO and its scholarship program for children of military personnel who died or were injured in service. The partnership began in 2009 under then President and Chancellor Br. Victor Franco FSC, through a formal agreement with AFPEBSO. Since then, the College has offered full scholarships to qualified applicants, covering 100% of tuition and fees. Priority is given to children of soldiers killed in action, discharged with disability, or affected by combat. Benilde also supports scholars from the Philippine National Police (PNP), especially those assigned near its campuses.
