Welcome to Impact Hub Manila — Est. 2015

Building ventures
that change lives.

Impact Hub Manila is the Philippines' leading impact-first venture builder — supporting purpose-driven Filipino entrepreneurs whose ideas positively transform lives. In 2026 we're scaling climate adaptation, AI for good, and inclusive finance ventures across Southeast Asia.

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100+Countries in network
25,000+Global members
11+ yrsOf impact in PH

About

What is Impact Hub Manila

Impact Hub Manila is an impact-first venture builder focused on supporting purpose-driven entrepreneurs with ideas that positively change the lives of Filipinos, and beyond. Founded in 2015 by Ces Rondario in Bonifacio Global City, we are the Philippine member of the global Impact Hub network — connecting 25,000+ entrepreneurs across 100+ locations in 2026.

From climate adaptation after COP30 to responsible AI for the Philippines, we incubate the founders building the next decade of Filipino impact.

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"We believe in the power of communities to drive change — and that better businesses build a better world."

— Impact Hub Manila

Our Pillars

What We Do

Four ways we power purpose-driven entrepreneurs in the Philippines.

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Membership

Join a community of changemakers and access events, mentorship, and a global network.

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Co-working Space

Beautifully designed workspaces in BGC, built to inspire collaboration and creativity.

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Programs

INCUBATE, AI for Good, and capacity-building programs that turn ideas into ventures.

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Events

Workshops, hackathons and gatherings that connect entrepreneurs with opportunity.

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Our Lens

Our Lens with Impact Work

We use the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a lens through which to view our impact in the world. The UN Office in Geneva acknowledges Impact Hub as a driver of community engagement, helping to foster and extend the efforts directed to tackle the SDGs through entrepreneurial and innovative solutions.

1No Poverty
2Zero Hunger
3Good Health
4Quality Education
5Gender Equality
6Clean Water
7Clean Energy
8Decent Work
9Innovation
10Reduced Inequalities
11Sustainable Cities
12Responsible Use
13Climate Action
14Life Below Water
15Life on Land
16Peace & Justice
17Partnerships

Programs & Events

2026 Highlights

A taste of the programs and gatherings powering Filipino impact entrepreneurs in 2026.

AI FOR GOOD 2026

AI for Good 2026

Our flagship responsible-AI hackathon. April 2026: 312 builders, 84 universities, 8 winning ventures across climate, health, food, and waste.

INCUBATE 2026

INCUBATE 2026

Regional impact incubator with 12 ventures from PH, VN, ID, MY. ₱42M in incubation value across health, climate, agritech, and inclusive finance.

CLIMATE TRACK

Climate Adaptation Track

Post-COP30 venture support — early-warning systems, mangrove finance, farm-resilience tools, and distributed energy for Filipino communities.

IMPACT HACKATHON

Impact Hackathon

A 3-day code fest seeking the most innovative solutions to challenges from our vertical partners across health, climate, and food systems.

FUCKUP NIGHTS

Fuckup Nights

A global movement and event series sharing stories of professional failure — three to four people sharing their fuckups in front of a room full of strangers, every month.

Circular Innovation Jam

Circular Innovation Jam

A virtual design sprint to develop innovative and inclusive solutions for local circular economies — tackling plastics and ocean pollution across South and Southeast Asia.

Our Community

Our Hubbers

Meet some of the founders, makers and changemakers who call Impact Hub Manila home. Read our 2025 spotlight →

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Stories

Impact News

Updates from the Impact Hub Manila community and our ventures.

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Frequently Asked

Questions About Impact Hub Manila

Quick answers for entrepreneurs, partners, and curious Filipinos.

What is Impact Hub Manila?

Impact Hub Manila is the Philippines' leading impact-first venture builder, founded in 2015 in Bonifacio Global City. It supports purpose-driven Filipino entrepreneurs across climate, AI for good, agritech, health, and inclusive finance — and is part of the global Impact Hub network of 100+ locations and 25,000+ members.

Where is Impact Hub Manila located?

25th Floor, Picadilly Star, 4th Avenue corner 27th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines.

How can I become a Hubber (member)?

Apply through the membership page or email [email protected]. Membership opens access to co-working space, mentorship, programs (INCUBATE, AI for Good, Impact Hackathon), and the global Impact Hub network.

What programs does Impact Hub Manila run in 2026?

INCUBATE 2026 (regional impact incubator), AI for Good 2026 (responsible AI hackathon), the Climate Adaptation track (post-COP30 ventures), and ongoing Hubber community programming.

Who founded Impact Hub Manila?

Impact Hub Manila was founded in 2015 by Ces Rondario as the Philippine member of the global Impact Hub network.

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