About Us
Who We Are.
The TORM Philippines Education Foundation, Inc. (TPEF) is a non-stock, non-profit organization established and registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on October 3, 2007. The Foundation is committed to promoting access to quality education by providing college scholarships to underprivileged youth nationwide. This includes deserving dependents of TORM Shipping Philippines’ seafarers and land-based staff.
TPEF aims to address the limited educational opportunities faced by Filipino youth in rural and remote areas, where access to higher education is often hindered by persistent poverty. The Foundation seeks to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty by supporting students in earning a college degree and building a better future.
TPEF has since expanded its mission beyond providing financial assistance for college education. It now adopts a holistic approach to youth development, offering learning opportunities outside the formal education system and fostering responsible citizenship. The Foundation also partners with public schools, community development organizations, and disaster-affected rural communities to support broader development initiatives.
TPEF holds a Certificate of Registration and License to Operate from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) as an Auxiliary Social Welfare and Development Agency (SWDA), specifically as a Resource Agency. It also holds a Certificate of Accreditation from the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC) and is an official member of the Association of Foundations, Inc.
Our Vision
We envision socially responsible, educated
and productive youth that contributes
to the development of their families,
communities, and the society, in general.
Our Mission
We are committed to develop the youth
as role models of society through education
as well as other transformative learning avenues.
Our Goals
TPEF aims for:
- Ensure TPEF’s sustainability from 2023 to 2025.
- Develop integrated approach in TPEF’s implementation of its three programs (SGP, SDP, and SDI).
- Strengthen partnership with TPEF alumni association.
Our Core Values
Equality
Respect for people regardless of their gender, ethnicities, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, personal attributes such as physically able or with disability. Equal access and opportunities.
Fairness: Gender Fairness & Cultural Sensitivity
Aware and understand gender differences. Reduce or eliminate gender biases. Capability to recognize, learn, respect, and adapt to differences or diversity in cultures thus reducing or eliminating barriers in communication, cooperation, and the like.
Integrity
Honest, truthful, and consistent with one’s actions.
Leadership
Strive for high academic performance. Take part in school and other activities. Developing and enhancing skills in problem solving, critical analysis, time management, communication, facilitation for individual and group development.
Empathy
Compassionate. Understand other people’s feelings or situation which motivates the desire to extend help.
Relationship
Value interpersonal relationship to foster solidarity, camaraderie, and engagement in social actions.
Social Responsibility
Take part in efforts that brings positive impact to the community and society.
Respect and Commitment to Social and Ecological Causes
Aware, understand, support, or do efforts that uphold actions that help improve people’s lives, protect, and manage the environment.
Board of Trustees and Officer
Jesper S. Jensen
Chairperson
Grinnabelle C. Duran
President
Atty. Joseph Manolo R. Rebano
Secretary
Mailyn P. Borillo
Member
Allan Dan Jensen
Member
Joan T. Ortiz
Treasurer