CHSAF Lucky You Fellowship

Let me share with you how this fellowship became a reality. When the new 2020-2021 Board of Directors was convened, we realized the need to raise funds to support the CHSAF’s operational expenses. We had already lined up two Webinars, so we decided to hold a fundraising event in October called “CHSAF Lucky You Fellowship.” 

Launching this event amid a pandemic was a challenge. Last year, CHSAF organized a Bingo Social. This year, because of COVID-19, large gatherings are not permitted. We looked for ways to reach out to alumnae and one viable means was to have a virtual/live streaming raffle event. Luckily, I found a free app called Random Name Picker, which could pick as many as 1,000 winners from raffle ticket buyers. 

As soon as we tested the app, we knew this was how we wanted to conduct the raffle. Alumnae shared their inputs and a working committee was formed to work out the mechanics. A total of 1,833 tickets were sold—proof that alumnae are ready and willing to extend their support during the pandemic. We organized other programs for the event like the Quirky Hat and Trivia contests. Ms. Viqui del Rosario offered to sponsor the Love Project performers.

On October 31, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. Manila time, CHSAF hosted a Zoom meeting for alumnae and guests. Almost 90 participants joined onscreen, flaunting their Quirky Hats. Since this was the first virtual/live-streaming event, former batch mates and schoolmates relished the rare chance to see and greet each other via Zoom.

Ms. Cora Guidote presided as master of ceremonies while Ms. Ging Ong led the opening prayers. Ms. Princess Garcia, daughter of Caroline Martin-Garcia, sang the Philippine National Anthem. As chairperson of the event, I gave the opening remarks. Our line-up of activities went smoothly. The Trivia portion was exciting. The questions were about CHS—most were easy, but a few were hard. For instance, not everyone got the correct school motto. Ms. Vangie Qua was in charge of screening the answers onscreen. She confirmed the correct answers and announced the names of the winners. Minor prizes were raffled off during the program.

While I did not actually see the participants during the program, I could feel their excitement. The Quirky Hat judges scoured the screens a few times before making their final choices. Propitiously, Ms. Dada Cua and I made it to the finals. However, being members of the board, we were both disqualified.

Our guest performer, Mr. James Uy, sang two songs, including a number from the Broadway musical, Phantom of the Opera. Ms. Jasmine Fitzgerald sang two songs as well. It was a welcome treat for all of us.

The Quirky Hat judges were: Ms. Sylvia Amorsolo-Olazo HS-57, Ms. Monaliza Fonda Domer BFA Ad & Design-08 and Ms. Mayenne Mabesa -Oca BFA ID-84. The winners were: Ms. Rosalou Lamson HS-65 (first prize), Ms. Deborah Cinco HS-77 (second prize) and Ms. Maricor Akol BS Physics-69 (third prize).

The raffle draw was officiated by Ms. Arlene Abad-Soncuya.

Our CHSAF president, Ms. Marissa Camacho, delivered the closing remarks, thanking participants and everyone involved in the fellowship. She acknowledged the assistance of Ms. Charlotte Cruz, her co-Rotarian behind the live streaming of this event. She also announced two events for November and December 2020.

The CHS Alma Mater song was played at the finale and our loyal alumnae sang along. I would like to thank everyone who reached out to the foundation and who gave their time and support to ensure the event’s success.

Lucky You Raffle
Major Prize Winners

Third Price: P5,000.00 each

1. HS65 Ging Coruna Pascual
2. HS65 Lulu Nepomuceno del Rosario
3. HS65 Anonymous Donor 2
4. AB77 Mila Paraiso
5. HS73 Grace Mascenon Jolly
6. HS73 Cecilia Fernandez
7. HS74 Jean Arce Koochie
8. BFA93 Anne Limgenco

Quirky Hat Contest Winners

1ST PRIZE :  HS65 Rosalou Lamson	2ND PRIZE:  HS77 Deborah Cinco	3RD PRIZE:  BSPhys69 Maricor Akol
Ugo Bigyan Pottery	Kalsada Coffee Set	Basilur Asstd Tea w/ 1 bot Honey Bee

Raffle 1 Winners

1. HS69 Lui Ong 5 : P1,000 Mercury Drug GC
2. HS71 Marilen Sarmiento 4: P1,000.00 Cash
3. HS78 Class’78 2 : P1,000 Cash
4. FA ID78 Mila Santiago de Leon 2P1,000 Unimart GC
5. HS70 Cynthia Banzon Bautista 4 : Amorsolo Plate + P1,000 SM GC
6. HS73 Tita Fernandez Quartet 13: Key Finder + precious Stones               Bracelet w/pouch

Raffle 2 Winners

7. HS68 Mimi Reynaldo 7 : Amorsolo Plate
8. HS65 Chato Abueg Garcillano 2 : P1,000 Mercury Drug GC
9. HS75 Elizabeth Nasol 1: P1,000 Kimpura GC
10. HS76 Batch HS’76 33: P1,000 Cash
11. HS Nel Ong Velez 1: LJC GC with Coffee Maker
12. HS67 Alice Chapman 1: P1,000 Cash
13. HS72 Yvonne Sano 1: Robotic Vacuum cleaner

Raffle 3 Winners

14. HS61 Lourdes Contreras Antonio Sarmiento III 4: P1,000 Cash
15. HS77 Belle Tiongco 2: Amorsolo Plate
16. HS73 Lorraine Sylianteng 2: Mercury Drug GC
17. ABBSE69 Charity Soliman Lacsamana 1: P1,000 Mercury Drug GC
18. HS73 Grace Mascenon Manuel 2: Amorsolo Plate+P1,000 Cash
19. HS75 Tina Paningbatan Macaren 1: Google Home
20. HS67 Jo Sharma 5: UV Plus Light Sanitizer

Raffle 4 Winners

21. HS57 Erlinda del Rosario Esperanza Muelberger 2: P1000 cash
22. HS67 Ana Lirio 1: 1box Sodium ascorbate + P500 Cash
23. HS65 Mila Lopez Pinto 1: 2pcs Laneige Shower Gel + Semi Sweet Eyeshadow
24. HS65 Evangeline Chua-Uy 1: P1,000 Cash
25. HS63 Ronnie Guerrero Guerrero 1: Amorsolo Plate
26. HS65 Joy Sabado: 1box Sodium ascorbate +P500 Cash
27. HS75 Sylvia Carandang On 10: 3-500gms Kusina Familia Favorites Premium Tapadera

Raffle 5 Winners

28. HS77 Jan Mendoza Reyes 4: P1000 Mercury Drug GC
29. HS67 Baby Puyat 21: Smart Clean Robot
30. HS73 Grace Mascenon Angelica 2: Coach Wristlet
31. HS65 Lilian Santillan Gelvezon 2: Samsung Phone
32. HS77 Dada Cua: Triwa Watch
33. HS74 Cecile Evangelista 1: Portable Steam Sauna