AFP renews partnership with Mercury Drug

From Malaya Business Insight (Feb 12): AFP renews partnership with Mercury Drug

DEPENDENTS of soldiers taking up BS Pharmacy may enjoy free tuition and miscellaneous fees in accredited colleges in the country through the Armed Forces’ renewed partnership with Mercury Drug Foundation Inc.

The scholarship program is a nationwide effort between the AFP and MDFI that was initiated in February 2017. It is part of the effort of civilian stakeholders to recognize the sacrifices and services of soldiers, especially those in the frontlines.

“Monthly allowances to cover food and transportation expenses will also be provided to scholars. Jobs at Mercury Drug Corp. upon graduation will also be offered,” the AFP said.

Qualified applicants are dependents of soldiers who are in the active service, killed-in-action, incapacitated (combat or non-combat), or have died in the line of duty. They must be in the last two years of their studies in pharmacy or willing to transfer to schools that are members of the Philippine Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.

The AFP extends its gratitude to the MDFI, and all stakeholders for being partners in uplifting the morale and welfare of soldiers. The AFP hopes that more organizations will extend assistance to the AFP in helping soldiers and their families secure a better future.

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