Celebrating 37 Years of Transforming Lives: The Niels and Nelson Scholarship Foundation Anniversary (2025)

In 2025, the Niels and Nelson Scholarship Foundation proudly marked a remarkable milestone—37 years of uplifting lives and shaping futures. For more than three decades, the foundation has stood as a symbol of hope, opportunity, and unwavering belief in the power of education. This year’s celebration beautifully captured that legacy.

A Legacy Rooted in Purpose

What began as a simple yet powerful vision—to support deserving students in their academic journeys—has evolved into a thriving community of scholars, alumni, mentors, and supporters. Over the years, the foundation has become more than just a scholarship provider; it has grown into a family built on compassion, commitment, and the shared pursuit of excellence.

A Celebration Led with Heart

The 37th Anniversary celebration in 2025 was thoughtfully and passionately spearheaded by Sherwin Merca, whose leadership brought together current scholars and alumni from different generations. The event became a beautiful tapestry of stories—stories of struggles overcome, dreams realized, and futures forever changed because someone believed in the potential of young minds.

Seeing scholars and alumni gather in one space was a powerful reminder of how deeply the foundation’s work resonates. It reflected the ripple effect of every scholarship granted and every opportunity opened.

Honoring the People Who Make It Possible

As we commemorate this 2025 milestone, it’s important to recognize the people who breathe life into the foundation’s mission.
The mentors who guide.
The partners who support.
The donors who give generously.
And the scholars who continue to inspire through their dedication and achievements.

The celebration is not just about the past 37 years—it’s also a heartfelt tribute to the community that has grown around the foundation’s mission. Their collective passion transformed a vision into a lasting legacy.

Looking Ahead with Hope

The journey continues. With each passing year, the foundation becomes even more determined to expand its reach and deepen its impact. As long as there are students who dream big, the Niels and Nelson Scholarship Foundation will be there—supporting, empowering, and opening doors to brighter possibilities.

Here’s to 37 years of changing lives, and to many more years of fostering dreams and building a better future for all.