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28/09/2026

24/09/2026

01/09/2026

What if impact isn’t just about solving problems, but creating places where people belong?

For decades, Fr. Greg Boyle, SJ has explored this question through Homeboy Industries, turning “jobs instead of gangs” into a broader model of dignity, healing, community, and opportunity.

For social entrepreneurs and impact leaders, his story offers a powerful question: Are we building solutions for people, or building communities where people can thrive?

🇵🇭 FR. GREG RETURNS TO MANILA | September 10–13

SEPT 10 — PUBLIC SEMINAR
Everybody Belongs
📍 Santuario de San Antonio Parish Center, Makati
🔗 bit.ly/FrGreg-seminar2026

SEPT 11–13 — THREE-DAY RETREAT
The Power of Radical Kinship
📍 Rosary Hills, Silang, Cavite
🔗 bit.ly/FrGreg-retreat2026

Come be part of the conversation on what it really takes to create lasting impact.

For updates & inquires:
fr.greg.mnl | [email protected] | 0917 173 2886

29/08/2026

1 WEEK TO GO!
Join us on September 4 for an evening with the people that help build your favorite social enterprises.

Here's what you can expect for this special edition of Impact Happy Hours, in partnership with Pollinate Impact:
🗣️ A panel on the village behind every venture
💬 Real conversations with fellow ecosystem builders, entrepreneurs, and investors
🎙️ Open mic for community updates and shoutouts
🤝 Structured networking
📍 September 4 | 4:00–8:30 PM | Taguig City
🎟️ Grab your spot: https://luma.com/n0hwian8

Impact Happy Hours is hosted by Villgro Philippines and xchange, in collaboration with makesense, The Spark Project, and PhilDev Foundation.

16/08/2026

WE’RE HIRING: We're building our finance team and we're looking for people who care about both purpose and impact.

xchange supports early-stage social enterprises solving problems across education, health, livelihoods, and climate. We need strong finance professionals who want their work to help scale impact ventures.

Career Opportunities:
💼 Accounting Manager
💼 Accounting Supervisor
💼 Accounting & Admin Associate

Find out more about the roles and apply now via the form linked below. 👇

We'd love to hear from you. Feel free to share with someone who'd be great for this too!

11/08/2026

🥳 Save the Date: Impact Happy Hours is back on September 4!
This time we're turning the spotlight on the supporting cast behind every entrepreneur success story—the village of mentors, ESOs, incubators, accelerators, funders, and capacity builders doing the quiet, unglamorous, but necessary work that makes impact possible.

📍 September 4 | 4:00–8:30 PM | Taguig City
🔗 RSVP today: https://luma.com/n0hwian8

Impact Happy Hours is hosted by Villgro Philippines and xchange, in collaboration with makesense, The Spark Project, and PhilDev Foundation. In partnership with Pollinate Impact, this edition also kicks off the road to Pollinate Impact's Global Potluck 2026, landing in Manila this October.

🥳 Save the Date: Impact Happy Hours is back on September 4!

This time we're turning the spotlight on the supporting cast behind every entrepreneur success story—the village of mentors, ESOs, incubators, accelerators, funders, and capacity builders doing the quiet, unglamorous, but necessary work that makes impact possible.

📍 September 4 | 4:00–8:30 PM | Taguig City
🔗 RSVP today: https://luma.com/n0hwian8

Impact Happy Hours is hosted by Villgro Philippines and xchange, in collaboration with makesense, The Spark Project, and PhilDev Foundation. In partnership with Pollinate Impact, this edition also kicks off the road to Pollinate Impact's Global Potluck 2026, landing in Manila this October.

14/07/2026

6 days left to submit! ⏰

What we’re looking for? 🔍
3–6 minute micro films that explore belonging, resilience, and thriving through stories of Community Empowerment.

📅 New Submission Deadline: July 20, 2026 | 11:59 PM
🎟️ No submission fees

More details below.👇

25/06/2026

21/06/2026

Whether you're a student, filmmaker, social entrepreneur, nonprofit, or community storyteller, this is your chance to share your story of impact and empowerment.

📅 Submission Deadline: July 6, 2026
🎟️ No submission fees

More details 👇

08/06/2026

Makesense Circle Academy heard you loud and clear, founders! 🚨

Attention business owners and startup founders in NCR, CALABARZON, and Cebu! 🚀

We know building and refining solutions take time, so we are giving you the breathing room you need to perfect yours. The deadline to apply for the Makesense Circle Academy is officially EXTENDED TO JUNE 12, 11:59PM!

Ready to turn plastic waste into a profitable new revenue stream? To give your enterprise the best possible launchpad, we are selecting only 7 businesses to receive complete, hands-on backing.

Here are the full perks you unlock when you join the cohort:
💰 A subgrant of up to EUR 39,000 (approx. Php 2.5m) to fund your setup.
⚙️ Access to micro-recycling units and support in building your own.
🧠 Hands-on capacity building across technical knowledge, business development, and market readiness.
🤝 A localized Demo Day per startup and connections to a network of funders and enablers.
🌐 Regional and global social media coverage to elevate your brand.

Don't miss this extended window to grow your venture alongside a dedicated team of experts. Take this extra time to align your details, take the next step, and secure your spot! ⏳