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Committed to making a positive impact on the lives of students, teachers, staff, and the wider community through our support of the UP High School in Iloilo.
Dear Alumni & Friends,
I would like to begin by expressing my gratitude to Class 1986, led by Marie Karen Jiz, Jere Cejar, Rovea Onglatco, and Marigold Milliam, for stepping up as partners for our Fundraising Committee. The foundation deeply appreciates their efforts and is truly grateful for their dedication in taking on this important challenge.
The Friends of UP Visayas High School Foundation, Inc. began with a vision to preserve the legacy of the UP High School in Iloilo (UPHSI) while empowering its students, faculty, and community.
This vision was first realized through the Handumanan Project, which restored the heritage-rich Old High School Building and Women’s Club, thanks to the ₱25-million funding from the General Appropriations Act (GAA) of 2022 and the steadfast support of former Senate President Franklin Drilon (Class 1961).
Moreover, we are proud to share the completion of the ₱10-million renovation of the UP High School Building through the efforts of the Secretary of Education Sonny Angara which modernized its facilities.
In addition to this, we are also pleased to announce the forthcoming inauguration of the Multi-Purpose Building, a ₱20.243-million initiative led by Rep. James “Jojo” Ang of the USWAG Ilonggo Party-list, with the support of Senator Loren Legarda, Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr., and former Senator Franklin Drilon. This event is scheduled to take place on March 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM. We extend our invitation for your presence at this important occasion.
Looking ahead, we are happy to report that Rep. Julienne “Jam-Jam” Baronda, of the lone legislative district of Iloilo City, has appropriated ₱30 million for UP Visayas Iloilo City Campus in the GAA of 2026. This funding will further strengthen the university’s infrastructure and programs.
As we planned for the Principal’s Wishlist for 2026, support immediately poured in, and we are glad to share that all rooms slated for rehabilitation have already been committed by various alumni classes. This initiative, which we aim to complete by May or June 2026, focuses on renovating and refurbishing essential rooms, including the installation of new awning windows, upgrades to the conference room, research laboratory, computer laboratory, view room, and utility room, as well as the installation of emergency lights and fire extinguishers. We are deeply grateful for the overwhelming generosity and commitment of our alumni community.
To date, we have already received ₱3,002,208.01 in support, and we remain optimistic as we wait for other commitments to come in.
The previous Annual Fundraiser raised ₱8.27 million, enabling us to address critical needs like major electrification, facility upgrades, scholarships, and healthcare insurance for faculty members and staff. These achievements were made possible by your generosity.
However, there is still so much to be done for UP High School. As we move forward, we remain committed to finding ways to support the immediate and important needs of the high school. In line with this, we have reached out to Rep. James “Jojo” Ang, who has graciously committed to supporting a fencing project for the city campus. We hope this initiative inspires our alumni to stay engaged and supportive as we work together for the betterment of our school.
Additionally, around ₱500,000 is needed to provide financial assistance to support our faculty, staff, and students in their academic and non-academic activities, including participation in conferences and competitions. Your support provides opportunities to attend competitions that they may not have been able to participate in during previous years.
As we continue to work together toward these goals, we are excited to celebrate the progress we’ve made so far. We are looking forward to welcoming you, our alumni and donors to the inauguration of the renovated facilities you have so generously sponsored by April. During the UPHSI Family Day on April 11, 2026, the foundation will also be awarding the championship trophy and cash incentives for the winners of the Palarong Yupihay. We hope to see you there!
Let us continue to work together for our alma mater.
Padayon, UP High!
Sincerely,
Francis H. Jardeleza
President
We believe in accountability and openness. Our Report of Donation provides a clear breakdown of funds received, how they are allocated, and the impact they’ve made on the UP High School in Iloilo. Through this report, we ensure that every peso donated is accounted for.
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Pledges as of March 10, 2026
| Pledgee | Pledged Amount | Received by the Foundation |
| Francisco Villanueva (Class 1965) | ₱35,000.00 | ₱35,000.00 |
| In Memoriam, Arcadio Gorriceta of Class 1961 (c/o Michael Gorriceta) | ₱102,000.00 | ₱102,000.00 |
| In Memoriam, Atty. Ernesto M. Villareal of Class 1948 (c/o Ernestine, Ernesto, Ernestito, & Julie Desiderio) | ₱25,000.00 | ₱25,000.00 |
| Class 2019 (c/o Audrey Dayata) | ₱10,000.00 | ₱10,000.00 |
| Class 2024 (c/o Jeareene Loredo) | ₱10,000.00 | |
| Class 2025 (c/o Aisha Homeres) | ₱10,400.00 | |
| Class 1965 (c/o Dr. Reynaldo Gustilo) | ₱120,000.00 | ₱120,000.00 |
| Mariano Araneta (Class 1971) | ₱100,000.00 | ₱100,000.00 |
| In Memoriam, Mary Ann Jardeleza-Arcilla (Class 1971) | ₱100,000.00 | ₱100,000.00 |
| In Memoriam, Noel Jardeleza (Class 1970) | ₱134,000.00 | ₱134,000.00 |
| In Memoriam, Atty. Jose J. Jardeleza (c/o Class 1965) | ₱25,000.00 | ₱25,000.00 |
| In Memoriam, Dean Salvacion Huising-Jardeleza (c/o Class 1965) | ₱25,000.00 | ₱25,000.00 |
| In Memoriam, Amado Y. Lim (c/o Class 1965) | ₱25,000.00 | ₱25,000.00 |
| In Memoriam, Refugio Talabucon-Lim, (c/o Class 1965) | ₱25,000.00 | ₱25,000.00 |
| Majella Jardeleza (Class 1960) | ₱25,000.00 | |
| Gary Olvido (Class 1980) | ₱50,000.00 | |
| UPHSI Faculty | ₱30,000.00 | |
| Dolores H. Jardeleza | ₱100,000.00 | ₱100,000.00 |
| Francis H. Jardeleza (Class 1965) | ₱100,000.00 | ₱100,000.00 |
| Class 1975 (c/o Ernesto Borromeo Jr.) | ₱50,000.00 | ₱50,000.00 |
| Class 1948 (Jose Concepcion) | ₱5,000.00 | ₱5,000.00 |
| Class 2015 (c/o Andrea Louise Gallaza) | ₱20,000.00 | |
| Class 2020 (c/o Thea Kryshna Dayata) | ₱10,000.00 | |
| Class 2021 (c/o Florentina Marie Hagoriles) | ₱10,000.00 | ₱5,616.00 |
| Class 2022 (c/o Kate Margarette Hautea) | ₱10,000.00 | |
| Class 2023 (c/o Blessy Ann Cadullo) | ₱10,000.00 | ₱2,200.00 |
| Ruth Divinagracia (Class 1981) through Elena Divinagracia | ₱100,000.00 | ₱100,000.00 |
| Teodoro B. Pison (Class 1955) | ₱50,000.00 | ₱50,000.00 |
| Ethel Joy Braga (Class 2014) | ₱10,000.00 | ₱10,000.00 |
| Class 1987 | ₱87,000.00 | |
| UP Lower Division Class of 1954 (c/o Estela Aplasca) | ₱343,536.95 | ₱343,536.95 |
| UP Alumni Guam UPVHSI Scholarship | ₱50,122.56 | ₱50,122.56 |
| UPAAA Inc. | ₱43,537.50 | ₱43,537.50 |
| Luis Raymond Go (Class 1980) | ₱350,000.00 | ₱350,000.00 |
| Joseph Vincent Go (Class 1980) | ₱500,000.00 | ₱500,000.00 |
| Class 2001 (c/o Donabel Mae Parcon-Navarro) | ₱187,500.00 | ₱187,500.00 |
| Maria Salgado (Class 1966) | ₱10,000.00 | ₱10,000.00 |
| Class 1971 | ₱273,695.00 | ₱273,695.00 |
| Class 1995 (c/o Zarah Scarlet Guiloreza-Dormido) | ₱95,000.00 | ₱95,000.00 |
This homecoming event is presented by UPIC High School Class of 1965 in partnership with UPV OAR for the UPV Homecoming 2025.
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