Davao City ATO NA Sports Scholarship 2026 – P20,000 per Semester
The Davao City Government will open applications for the Atong Taga-an og Oportunidad ang Nangandoy nga Atleta (ATO NA) Sports Scholarship Program in September 2026, providing financial assistance to qualified student-athletes who have represented the city in accredited competitions.
Are you a student-athlete from Davao City looking for a scholarship that supports both your studies and your sports career? Here’s everything you need to know about the ATO NA Sports Scholarship Program.
What is the ATO NA Sports Scholarship Program?
The ATO NA Sports Scholarship Program is a scholarship initiative established by Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte through Executive Order No. 15, Series of 2026.
The program will be administered by the Sports Development Division of the City Mayor’s Office (SDD-CMO) and is designed to help local student-athletes balance their studies and their sports careers.
The program aims to reach between 200 and 800 applicants during its initial rollout and covers all sports disciplines recognized by national governing bodies.
Who can apply?
To be eligible for the ATO NA Sports Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a bona fide resident of Davao City for at least three years
- Must be enrolled in an institution under DepEd, CHED, Alternative Learning System (ALS), or TESDA within Davao City
- Must not hold an existing scholarship from a private organization or another institution
- Must maintain a general average of at least 80%, with no grade below 80% in any subject
- Must have represented Davao City in accredited sports competitions within the past two years
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What are the Scholarship Benefits
For College Students – Full Scholarship
- P20,000 per semester for tuition
- P5,000 equipment subsidy per semester
For College Students – Partial Scholarship
- P5,000 equipment allowance per semester
- For Junior and Senior High School Student-Athletes
- P5,000 annual financial assistance
What are the Documentary Requirements
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Basic personal and academic records
- Medical clearance
- Indigency certification
- Coach endorsement
- Proof of sports achievements from the past two years
Note: All applications will undergo evaluation and interviews.
How to Apply for the Scholarship
Applications will open in September 2026. Interested applicants should monitor the official City Sports Development Division Facebook page for downloadable application forms and submission guidelines.
