Swinging for a Cause: McCoy Joins the 3rd National University's Founder's Cup

National University (NU) recently held its 3rd Founder’s Cup Golf Tournament at the scenic Tagaytay Midlands Golf and Country Club, an event dedicated to supporting Filipino students and expanding access to quality education. McCoy Philippines was proud to co-present this prestigious tournament, which combined friendly competition, camaraderie, and a shared commitment to giving back to the community.

Co-presented alongside Boysen, Adidas, and Gransportivo, the event brought together alumni, faculty, media partners, institutional collaborators, and sponsors for a day filled with networking, sportsmanship, and meaningful engagement. With over 150 participants, this year’s tournament celebrated athletic skill while raising support for charitable causes. Organizers noted that each swing contributed to providing educational opportunities for more than 10,000 scholars across the country.

The ceremonial tee-off was officiated by Dr. Hans Sy, Chairman of the Board of National University (NU) and Chairman of the Executive Committee of SM Prime; Dr. Renato Ermita, NU President and CEO; McCoy co-founder Harry Van Helvoirt; and Arnold De Asis, NU alumnus and founder of DATEM. The event was also attended by several distinguished guests, including Parañaque City Mayor Edwin Olivarez Sr., actor Richard Yap, NU alumni Dave and Patrick Yu, and Justin Onsgue of Boysen Philippines.

by Alexandra Vega • 2 min read

February 5, 2026

McCoy Founder Harry Van Helvoirt flew in from the Netherlands to join the tournament alongside McCoy Regional Director Marcel Visser as teammates. The team was supported by key leaders: Cris Meer, Country Director; Nica Delos Reyes, Commercial Director; Magnus Gemora, Delivery Director; and business transformation leads Ken Payunan and Alvin Tinio. Representing McCoy, they demonstrated the company’s dedication to excellence, collaboration, and community involvement.

The tournament was powered by an impressive lineup of partners, including SM Supermalls, DATEM, Chinabank, BYD Carmona, Unilever, Shift Content Hub, Storkes, Phil Sports Commission, VIP Golf, Lexus, SM Hotels and Convention, Ecolab, Paymongo, and many more, ensuring a top-tier experience for all participants. Media coverage was provided by Manila Standard, Tribune Golf, Spin.ph, Business Mirror, Manila Bulletin, and Philstar Global, bringing the excitement of the Founders Cup to golf enthusiasts nationwide.

At McCoy, we value building connections both on and off the course. The NU Founders Cup is a shining example of how sports can unite people for a meaningful cause, fostering teamwork, excellence, and community spirit. We are proud to have played a part in this inspiring event and look forward to supporting initiatives that create a lasting impact.

This initiative supports the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):