Binibining Pilipinas USA 2016
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“The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair… True beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It is the caring that she lovingly gives, the passion that she knows.”
― Audrey Hepburn
Hi everyone! My name is Reeva Darren Gestre. I am 20 years old and a sophomore at UCLA, majoring in Psychobiology and minoring in Theater. I am honored to be an official candidate for this year's Binibining Pilipinas USA pageant.
I chose to enter this pageant not only to gain self-confidence, but more importantly promote the fact that beauty is more than what's on the surface--what we say, our actions, intentions, and thoughts need to be beautiful as well. The power that a pageant queen holds is extremely influential, and should be used to bring awareness to certain issues instead of simply displaying how charming she is. Becoming a part of this pageant will allow me to share my beliefs and represent the Filipino community in a positive light as I hope to inspire young Filipinos in realizing that we should be proud of who we are and where we come from.
As a student attending a college that is 350 miles away from my home, I already struggle financially as is. My family has chosen to pay for the registration fee, evening gown, national costume, hair and make-up, and much more; the only expense left is sponsorship.
With that being said, I am asking for your help in sponsoring my advertisement and congratulatory pages in the souvenir book. Every donation helps, no matter how big or how small it is. In return, I will include your name in the souvenir book.
I know that I have been blessed with this opportunity and I hope to do my very best in showcasing the true beauty of being Filipino. Thank you so much for reading and supporting me on this journey.
-Reeva Darren Gestre
Binibining Pilipinas USA Candidate #20
― Audrey Hepburn
Hi everyone! My name is Reeva Darren Gestre. I am 20 years old and a sophomore at UCLA, majoring in Psychobiology and minoring in Theater. I am honored to be an official candidate for this year's Binibining Pilipinas USA pageant.
I chose to enter this pageant not only to gain self-confidence, but more importantly promote the fact that beauty is more than what's on the surface--what we say, our actions, intentions, and thoughts need to be beautiful as well. The power that a pageant queen holds is extremely influential, and should be used to bring awareness to certain issues instead of simply displaying how charming she is. Becoming a part of this pageant will allow me to share my beliefs and represent the Filipino community in a positive light as I hope to inspire young Filipinos in realizing that we should be proud of who we are and where we come from.
As a student attending a college that is 350 miles away from my home, I already struggle financially as is. My family has chosen to pay for the registration fee, evening gown, national costume, hair and make-up, and much more; the only expense left is sponsorship.
With that being said, I am asking for your help in sponsoring my advertisement and congratulatory pages in the souvenir book. Every donation helps, no matter how big or how small it is. In return, I will include your name in the souvenir book.
I know that I have been blessed with this opportunity and I hope to do my very best in showcasing the true beauty of being Filipino. Thank you so much for reading and supporting me on this journey.
-Reeva Darren Gestre
Binibining Pilipinas USA Candidate #20
Organizer
Reeva Gestre
Organizer
Los Angeles, CA
