In the Philippines, generosity is second nature—but sustaining it is where many organizations struggle. While people are willing to give, turning one-time goodwill into consistent support remains a persistent challenge for nonprofits.
A new partnership aims to change that.
On March 31, 2026, Initiate Global Foundation Inc. (IGF) and Silid Aralan Inc. (SAI) formalized a collaboration that signals a shift in how fundraising is done in the country. At the center of this effort is iGive, IGF’s donation-based crowdfunding platform, designed to expand reach, deepen engagement, and turn everyday generosity into sustained impact.
Turning goodwill into sustained support
Through iGive, Silid Aralan can now connect with a wider network of donors—amplifying its mission of delivering education to underserved communities. For years, the organization has focused on providing learning opportunities, teacher training, and community-based programs. This partnership strengthens its ability to sustain and scale those efforts.
“For years, Silid Aralan has been bringing education to communities that need it most,” said Arcie G. Mallari, Founder and Chief Motivation Officer of Silid Aralan. “With iGive, we can reach more people, meet our fundraising goals, and continue delivering programs that make a real difference.”
A fintech approach to social impact
IGF operates as the country’s first social fintech enterprise and serves as the sustainability arm of Initiate PH—an all-in-one crowdfunding ecosystem. While Initiate PH continues to expand its capabilities, including plans to support MSMEs and agriculture through regulated crowdfunding, IGF is already fully compliant as a non-stock, non-profit foundation.
Its focus: applying the same principles of transparency, scalability, and digital innovation to nonprofit fundraising, individual causes, and creative initiatives.
“This partnership is about more than raising funds,” said Giovanni B. Velo, President and COO of IGF. “It’s about building long-term collaborations rooted in bayanihan—where organizations work together toward shared goals. Through iGive, we’re helping extend the reach of meaningful advocacies while proving that donation-based crowdfunding can deliver sustainable results.”
Beyond donations: making giving more engaging
In addition to iGive, IGF also offers iStart, a rewards-based crowdfunding platform that allows supporters to contribute while receiving incentives in return. Together, these platforms aim to make giving more personal, interactive, and impactful—moving beyond traditional donation models.
Opening doors to opportunity
Fittingly, both IGF and Silid Aralan share a common symbol: a door.
For IGF, it represents access—unlocking opportunities through digital platforms and enabling more people to participate in nation-building. For Silid Aralan, it signifies education—opening pathways for students, teachers, and communities to grow.
Through this partnership, those doors open wider—creating new avenues for support, progress, and lasting change.
As IGF calls on more nonprofit organizations to join its growing ecosystem, the message is clear: with the right tools and collaboration, generosity doesn’t just start strong—it sustains, scales, and transforms lives.
