Filipiniana Youth Awards 2026

Each year, the Philippine Community of Southern New Jersey (PCSNJ), Inc. proudly celebrates the remarkable accomplishments of Filipino-American high school seniors who exemplify academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to serving their communities. Selected by their respective schools, these outstanding students represent the very best of the next generation—role models whose achievements inspire others both inside and outside the classroom.

We are honored to recognize the 2026 Filipiniana Youth Award recipients:

• Angela Abdula – Cherry Hill High School East

• Noelle Aquino – Eastern Regional High School

• Gabriella Dizon – Cherry Hill High School West

• Sophia Escarrilla – Deptford Township High School

• Elija Esguerra – Camden Catholic High School

• Kylene Ortiz – Gloucester County Institute of Technology

• John Benedict Pacis – Timber Creek Regional High School

• Brennan Zabala – Triton Regional High School

  
  

Through the generous support of the Lily Ancheta Memorial Scholarship Fund, the Filipiniana Youth Award continues to recognize and encourage young leaders who strive for excellence while making meaningful contributions to their schools and communities. We congratulate this year's awardees on this well-deserved honor and wish them continued success as they pursue their educational goals, career aspirations, and future leadership opportunities.

Please join the Philippine Community of Southern New Jersey (PCSNJ), Inc. in congratulating our 2026 Filipiniana Youth Award recipients on this well-deserved recognition. We invite our members, families, and friends to leave a message of congratulations and encouragement as these exceptional young leaders begin the next chapter of their journeys.

Your support and kind words help celebrate their achievements and inspire them to continue making a positive impact in their schools, communities, and beyond. Congratulations once again to our 2026 awardees—we are incredibly proud of you!