A bold new era of Filipino generosity begins with the official launch of Initiate Global Foundation (IGF) on February 16, 2026 — the sustainability and social impact arm of Initiate PH. Created to make giving smarter, more transparent, and truly transformative, IGF is set to empower communities while advancing long-term national development.
Positioned as the Philippines’ first social fintech enterprise, IGF moves beyond traditional models of charity. It provides NGOs, social advocates, institutions, and individual changemakers with structured tools to build sustainable funding ecosystems — converting goodwill into measurable, lasting outcomes. By aligning generosity with practical economic solutions, IGF enables communities to secure consistent resources, scale critical programs, and strengthen resilience, directly contributing to inclusive growth nationwide.
While Initiate PH — the world’s all-in-one crowdfunding platform — awaits its secondary license from the Securities and Exchange Commission to expand its public fundraising services, IGF takes the lead in institutionalizing responsible and sustainable support systems for grassroots initiatives. Acting as a trusted conduit, the foundation ensures that every campaign upholds the highest standards of transparency, accountability, and measurable impact, giving donors and partners the confidence to actively participate in nation-building.
“IGF proves that real change isn’t just aspirational — it’s achievable when technology, responsibility, and compassion work together,” said Bertlin Batiancila, Chairman of Initiate Global Foundation. “We are not simply helping communities address today’s needs; we are equipping them with the tools to build tomorrow’s opportunities. Collective goodwill, when structured effectively, becomes a powerful engine for lasting progress.”
Initiate 2030: A Nationwide Movement for Measurable Change
As part of its broader mission, IGF introduces Initiate 2030, a nationwide call to action aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The movement invites NGOs, youth leaders, social enterprises, private sector partners, and everyday Filipinos to collaborate toward measurable social and economic milestones by 2030.
Initiate 2030 focuses on key development pillars, including education, healthcare, livelihood generation, climate action, and inclusive economic growth. Anchored in the Filipino spirit of bayanihan, the campaign echoes a powerful reminder: “Sino pa ba ang magtutulungan kung hindi tayo-tayo rin?” Nation-building becomes possible only when collective action turns shared responsibility into tangible results.
“Through Initiate 2030, we are offering communities more than assistance — we are giving them agency and a voice in shaping the country’s future,” said Jocarl G. Zaide. “IGF bridges compassion and concrete action. With the support of our kababayans, we are advancing the Initiate Filipino Dream: a nation where generosity fuels real, sustainable opportunities for every Filipino.”
With the launch of IGF, giving evolves from a simple act of kindness into a strategic investment in the future of Filipino communities. Each contribution strengthens local economies, promotes inclusive development, and empowers communities to thrive independently — with dignity, sustainability, and purpose.
