The Andrea R. Ilao Foundation recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Jenae Therese Pereda on May 16, 2024.

Pereda is working on an Associate Degree in Early Childhood from Guam Community College, and is currently pursuing Construction trades certificates in HVAC and Plumbing.

The Foundation was established in December 2014 by the Ilao family in honor of their mother, Andrea, who left a legacy of civic engagement and philanthropy, which has benefited various organizations and causes on Guam.

To date the foundation has awarded more than $35,000 in student scholarships.

“Being a recipient of the Ilao Foundation Scholarship is a great honor and opportunity,” said Pereda.

“It shows recognition of my hard work and dedication to my studies. Scholarships like this not only provide financial support but also open doors to new experiences and future opportunities. I am very grateful to the donors of the Ilao Foundation Scholarship,” she added.

To be eligible for the Andrea R. Ilao Foundation scholarship, a student must be a resident of Guam, registered as a part-time up to full-time student working toward a Certificate in Construction Technology – Electrical & Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning Track or Electricity, maintain a minimum 2.8 GPA, and submit a two-page essay discussing career goals.

To find out more information on this scholarship and others visit GuamCC.edu/scholarships, email financialaid@guamcc.edu or call 671-735-5543.