FOR NEARLY SIX decades, the Gerry Roxas Foundation has upheld a proud tradition of recognizing the country’s most promising young leaders through the prestigious Gerry Roxas Leadership Award—a distinction that celebrates not only academic excellence, but more importantly, integrity, service, and leadership.
Established in 1967 in honor of the late Senator Gerry Roxas, the award has since become one of the Philippines’ most respected symbols of youth achievement. Each year to this date, outstanding high school students from both public and private schools are selected to receive the award, represented by a medallion that signifies their commitment to leadership and nation-building.
To date, more than 46,000 students nationwide have been recognized—young individuals who have demonstrated a rare combination of intellect, initiative, and a deep sense of social responsibility. The award continues to serve as a powerful platform for inspiring the next generation to become active contributors to their communities and the country.
‘Beyond this recognition, the award embodies a deeper mission: to nurture leaders guided by values that endure. Rooted in the ideals championed by its founder and the late Judy Araneta Roxas, it calls on the youth to lead with purpose, act with integrity, and serve with compassion.’
DISTINGUISHED AWARDEES
Over the years, the roster of awardees has grown into an impressive network of leaders who have made their mark across diverse sectors. Among them are Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, Fr. Tito Caluag, Charo Santos-Concio, Leila de Lima, Tonisito Umali, Nicasio Conti, Anthony Leachon, Patrick Azanza, Joey Lina, Ramon Isberto, Josefina Belmonte, L.A. Ruanto, Margarita Holmes, Marites Dañguilan Vitug, and Anthony Pangilinan—individuals who have distinguished themselves in public service, education, business, media, science, and the arts.
Beyond this recognition, the award embodies a deeper mission: to nurture leaders guided by values that endure. Rooted in the ideals championed by its founder and the late Judy Araneta Roxas, it calls on the youth to lead with purpose, act with integrity, and serve with compassion.
As each new generation of awardees steps forward, the legacy of the Gerry Roxas Leadership Award (GRLA) continues to shine—keeping alive a vision of a better Philippines shaped by principled, service-driven leadership.
At 2pm on Thursday, April 18, GRLAs will gather at the Quezon City Sports Complex for the Awardees’ Assembly 2026.
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