BCDA strengthens commitment to fallen soldiers’ families at 8th HERO Golf Cup

BAGUIO CITY (March 21, 2025) -- The state-run Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) reaffirmed its support for the families of fallen military personnel at the 8th HERO Golf Cup 2025: Golf for a Cause for the Children of Fallen Soldiers last March 7, 2025.

Organized by the HERO Foundation, Inc. (HFI), this annual charity event raises funds to provide educational assistance to the children of military troops who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Now in its fourth year of supporting HFI, BCDA had remained committed to honoring the legacy of the nation’s heroes by helping secure the educational future of their children.  “BCDA stands in solidarity with the families of our fallen soldiers. By supporting their children's education, we honor the sacrifices of our troops and help build a brighter future for their loved ones,” said BCDA Vice President for Investment Promotions and Marketing Erwin Kenneth R. Peralta. “Education is a lasting tribute to their heroism, and we are proud to be part of this cause.”

HFI President, retired AFP General Emmanuel Bautista expressed his appreciation for partners during the ceremonial tee off. “We thank [BCDA President and CEO] Jake Bingcang and the rest of BCDA for their assistance. The unwavering support of our partners ensures that we can sustain our mission of helping these children achieve their dreams. Our fallen soldiers have given their lives for our nation, and it is our duty to stand by their families. On behalf of our scholars, maraming salamat sa inyong lahat,” Bautista said.

The turnover ceremony for the donation was attended by Bautista, Peralta, HFI Ex-Officio Member Gen. Noel Clement AFP (Ret), HFI Executive Director MGen. Victor Bayani AFP (Ret), Camp Aguinaldo Golf Course General Manager Cdr Noel Stephen Marzan PN (MNSA), and BCDA Head of CSR & Stakeholder Relations-Public Affairs Department Maricar Villamil.

The Help Educate and Rear Orphans (HERO) Foundation is a key partner of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) in ensuring that the children of military personnel who were killed or incapacitated in the line of duty have access to quality education and opportunities for a better future. 

To date, HFI already has a total of 2,756 scholars which includes 1,261 college graduates and its current 232 scholars.