The Cadiz City government released P10 million to its 5,000 college scholars on Saturday, October 19.
Each scholar under the Cadiz City Education Assistance Program (CCEAP) for Academic Year 2024Each scholar under the Cadiz City Education Assistance Program (CCEAP) for Academic Year 2024- 2025 received P2,000 at a ceremonial distribution held at the Cadiz Arena, a press release from Cadiz City said on Sunday, Oct. 20.- 2025 received P2,000 at a ceremonial distribution held at the Cadiz Arena, a press released from Cadiz City said on Sunday, Oct. 20.
Mayor Salvador Escalante Jr., the brain behind CCEAP, said this educational program he designed 23 years ago will forever be a legacy in their city.
“This is meant for every Cadiznon, who really wishes to better his or her life through a college education,” the mayor said.
“And CCEAP will always serve as a formidable vehicle to transport Cadiznons’ dreams to realities”, he said.
Escalante said that CCEAP cannot cover the scholars’ entire financial needs, but the assistance given to them could really spell a lot of differences in their pursuit of college degrees.
“Seeing CCEAP alumni thriving, leading and shining in the communities here and abroad is truly heart-warming,” Escalante said.*