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From Gawad Kalinga's Tony Meloto to Messy Bessy's Krie Lopez, these social entrepreneurs are changing the country one life at a time.
- Jana Bunagan of The Good Trade. In 2014, Jana Bunagan started building pop up stores like Re-store and Street Store, where old and excess brand new items can be sold, with the profits going to selected non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
- Celina Reyes-Alejandrino and Maan Aguila of Simula PH. Established in 2018, Simula is home to over 70 local partner brands that make sustainable and zero-waste products accessible in the Philippines.
- Aryann Avenido of Slo.Store. SLO.Store was once called Slo Living, but even with the name change, Aryann Avenido stands by the original belief of her brand: “That a slow, mindful, and intentional life can help save [the] planet.”
- Kimi Cagoco of Circe. Named after the Greek Goddess who was said to practice mixing potions and herbs, Kimi Cagoco believes the Ozamiz-based Circe can bring refuge to those feeling deprived of being with nature due to the pandemic.
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Meet 7 Philippine Gen.T honourees who are working to make the world a better place through fashion, education, and more.
- Carmaela Braceros Alcantara. Designer, Crystal Seas. Location: Davao City. IMAGE Courtesy of Carmela Alcantara. Her mission: “Crystal Seas is a fashion accessories company that uses and promotes Mindanao artistry by incorporating traditional materials such as handwoven textiles, natural fibers, shells, and metalcraft in bags and jewelry.
- Kristine Buenavista. Social Entrepreneur, Alima Community. Location: Iloilo. IMAGE Marrz Capanang. Her mission: “Alima Community is a community-based platform for sustainable products and slow lifestyle by Ilonggo rural makers and artists.
- Janine Mikaella Chiong. Co-founder, Habi Footwear and Lifestyle. Location: Quezon City. IMAGE Hub Pacheco. Her mission: “Habi Footwear and Lifestyle is brand that advocates responsible fashion and social empowerment through its wide range of handmade products made in partnership with communities from all over the Philippines.”
- Miku Ebueza. Head Advocate, Tali Ti Amianan. Location: San Juan, La Union. IMAGE Courtesy of Miku Ebueza. Her mission: “Tali Ti Amianan is a surfer-run social enterprise that provides sustainability for locals in San Juan, La Union.
Sep 7, 2015 · In the Philippines, there is ample opportunity to support social enterprises. And with rising expectations from discerning Filipino customers, the quality of work has risen as well. Supporting local business is no longer synonymous with settling for less. Check out these 10 social enterprises who aim to better the Philippines with your help.
Oct 13, 2021 · According to a study by ADB, as of July 2019, there were 164,473 social enterprises in the Philippines. That’s 17% of the total registered businesses in the country. Furthermore, 71% of the...
Entrepreneurial Organizations. The leaders of the Philippine social enterprise community must be the social entrepreneurs who make up the space. These entrepreneurial organizations are formed and founded by entrepreneurs who want to help fellow entrepreneurs in their journey.
