KCFAPI

The 2009 Search for The Outstanding Knights of Columbus Award (TOKCA)

The Knights of Columbus Fraternal Association of the Phils., Inc. (KCFAPI), a non-stock and non-profit mutual benefit association is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission. It is under the supervision of the Insurance Commission and observes sound actuarial principles.

KCFAPI started its operations in September 1958 from an initial capital of P32,000 which was donated by 64 KC members and councils.

After 50 years of fraternal service in providing a second-to-none life insurance coverage for KC members and their immediate families (wives, parents and children) KCFAPI has also served the Church by giving support to CBCP and the community through outreach projects like the Gawad Kalinga and disaster relief aids.

Today, KCFAPI as it traverses the corridors of time and with the desire to achieve “Sustaining Growth through Fortified Fraternal Service” is embarking to reach a new milestone as it sponsors The Outstanding Knights of Columbus Award for Members.

The Outstanding Knights of Columbus Awards

1. To recognize the outstanding achievements of members in their respective professions worthy of emulation.
2. To project a strong public knowledge of the Mission of the Order of the Knights of Columbus as a tool to attract new members.
3. To spur KCFAPI’s quest for its relevance not only to the Order of the Knights of Columbus but to the nation as well.
4. To provide inspiration to all members to live up to the cardinal principles of CHARITY, UNITY, FRATERNITY & PATRIOTISM.

WHO MAY QUALIFY?

K of C members who are current in his council dues and nominated by his council. The nomination must be endorsed by the parish priest of his council. He may qualify to any of following professions or fields of endeavor.

1. Government Service
2. Accountancy and Business
3. Engineering, science and technology
4. Academe
5. Medical and health care services
6. Law and judiciary
7. Sports and entertainment
8. Journalism and media
9. Agriculture
10. Youth and Community development
11. Arts and literature
12. Entrepreneurship

KCFAPI reserves the right to consider a limited number of categories even if there are nominees in all and the above categories.

The following are not eligible to be nominated in the SEARCH for TOKCA.

1. Incumbent members of KCFAPI Board of Trustees/Directors of subsidiaries.
2. Employees of KCFAPI and Subsidiaries, KCFAPI Area Managers and their immediate families (fathers, husbands and sons).
3. 5 Jurisdiction Officers, the Jurisdiction Program and Membership Directors and their immediate families.
4. Members of the Board of Jurors.

AWARDS CRITERIA

1. The nominee must accept his nomination in the prescribed form not later than December 15, 2009.
2. The nominee must have engaged in his field of endeavor with documented proof within the past five (5) years subject to validation by the Board of Jurors and the Search Committee.
3. Points System
   • Professional Excellence - Max 50pts
   • Participation in Council, Parish and Community - Max 30pts
   • Membership in KCFAPI - Max 20pts
     = Total of 100 pts

SEARCH AND NOMINATION PROCEDURES

1. Nomination and endorsements must be in the hands of KCFAPI Search Committee by September 15, 2009 for initial screening. This should include all original attachments in support of the nomination.
2. Validation. The search committee together with the sub-committee on validation will conduct verification of statements made on the nominations including endorsements and supporting documents submitted. The validation period will end until November 15, 2009.
3. The qualified nominees will be informed in writing for their acceptance. The list of qualifiers will be announced officially through KCFAPI’s chosen publications and circulars. Acceptance of nominations must be received by the search committee on or before December 15, 2009.
4. All nomination forms, endorsements and attachments shall become the property of KCFAPI or may be returned to the nominee if it deems necessary.
5. Evaluation. The Search Committee will assign points and prepare a short list of nominees which will be forwarded to the Board of Jurors for selection of winners not later than January 15, 2010. The points earned shall merely serve as guide for the Board of Jurors in selecting the winners.
6. Search Committee. This Search Committee will be composed of KCFAPI officers headed by its President as Chairman.
7. The Board of Jurors. The Board of Jurors shall be composed of the Spiritual Director, The Chairman of KCFAPI, the President, the 3 Territorial Deputies and another member to be selected by the Board.
8. The Board of Jurors will choose the winners not later than March 1, 2010 and notify them of their selection.
9. The winners will be entitled to the following.
   • Trophy or plaque to be awarded during the 2010 National Convention to be held in Cebu City.
   • Round-trip airplane fare (as appropriate) and hotel accommodation for two (himself and wife). This item is non-cash convertible and not transferrable.
   • Cash allowance of P20,000.00 which will include other transportation expenses other than plane fare and meals outside of the hotel package. The travel booking and hotel accommodation shall be arranged by KCFAPI.
   • Attend as official delegate to the National Convention.

KCFAPI will donate in the name of awardee P10,000.00 to his parish and P10,000.00 to his council.