“WIPE EVERY TEAR” – Donation for Scholarship Program

Project Title:

“WIPE EVERY TEAR” – Donation for Scholarship Program

Date: May 30, 2025

Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Wipe Every Tear Headquarters, Fairview, Quezon City
Participants: 15 Beneficiaries (Single Ladies and Mothers)
Volunteers: 12 Zontians and Supporters

Project Description:

As part of the club’s ongoing commitment to education and empowerment of women and girls, this fourth collaborative activity with Wipe Every Tear (WET) focused on supporting the organization’s Scholarship Program. The program provides educational opportunities for women survivors of exploitation, helping them pursue formal education as part of their reintegration and personal development journey.

On May 30, 2025, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was formally signed between the club and WET for a one-year scholarship support worth ₱100,000.00. The first tranche of ₱25,000.00 was officially handed over to Ms. Jorelli Torres, Executive Director of WET, during the visit.

To further encourage and equip the students, the club also distributed school supplies to the beneficiaries, symbolizing a fresh start and a hopeful future through education.

Zonta International Goals Addressed:

• Goal 1: Empowering women through education – The scholarship directly supports women’s access to education, a key tool for empowerment and self-sufficiency.

• Goal 2: Breaking the cycle of exploitation – By investing in education, the project helps prevent re-victimization and opens pathways to better opportunities.

• Goal 3: Advancing gender equality through service – The club contributes to building a more equitable society by supporting survivors as they reclaim their futures.