Kasanyangan Agriculture Cooperative (KACOOP) join in the Celebration of International Day of Cooperatives on July 5, 2025
#CoopsYear
LAPAKAN Balik Eskwela Outreach Program
A priceless moment led by our compassionate KMFI President/CEO, Ms. Mercy Faustino, as the team visited Lapakan Elementary School, Zamboanga City District 2 — the second beneficiary of our Balik Eskwela Outreach Program.
LES expressed its appreciation to KMFI Management through the presence of our President for the organization’s strong support and future plans to establish a school hub that will provide students and teachers with access to reliable internet connectivity.
Through this collaborative effort with the Parents-Teachers Association, KMFI continues to make a meaningful impact in rural school communities, advancing children’s learning opportunities and digital inclusion.
#KMFI Balik Eskwela Outreach Program 2025
Organizational Leadership and Governance Training – Batch 1
Guided by our commitment to community empowerment, the WEE-SAFE Project under the EU: BAEP conducted the first batch of the Organizational Leadership and Governance Training, engaging eight local associations. We were honored to have Mr. Reynaldo H. Manigos, who is involved in the organization, social preparation, and institutional development of multiple cooperatives in Basilan, as our resource person.
The activity was attended by members and officers of a women-led association engaged in vegetable production and enterprise. This initiative aims to empower women in the community by deepening their understanding of their roles and responsibilities within their organization.
Over two days, participants explored the values of accountable leadership, transparent governance, and collective decision-making. The sessions aimed to inspire stronger, more resilient organizations rooted in shared purpose and service to the community.
EU-BAEP-WEE-SAFE Turnover of Working Capital Fund
The Project Turnover of Working Capital Fund to Malo-ong Canal Farmers Agrarian Reform Multi-Purpose Cooperative (MCFARMCO) and the Malo-ong San Jose Farmers Association (MSJFA). Both organizations demonstrated a clear vision for advancing agricultural development in their communities. MCFARMCO aims to scale up its rubber production enterprise, while MSJFA plans to expand its mushroom cultivation and vegetable farming operations.
This working capital support not only fuels the implementation of their business plans but also aligns with our overall goal to enhance the economic participation of women, youth, and Indigenous peoples, and to help unlock the market potential of the BASULTA Region.
Microfinance Operations Staff Summit
KMFI attended the Microfinance Operations Staff Summit organized by the Microfinance Council of the Philippines, Inc. (MCPI) at Sheraton Manila Bay. The two-day summit gathered microfinance practitioners from across the country to discuss operational challenges, new strategies, and industry updates.
Featured a plenary session on “Reaching the Poorest Through Sustainable Finance” facilitated by Mr. Eduardo Jimenez, with resource speakers from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and ASHI. Breakout sessions also covered delinquency management, credit discipline, and the evolution of center meetings.
EU-BAEP:WEE-SAFE – Value Chain study
Presentation of the Value Chain Study and Stakeholders Consultation for Rubber in Lamitan City, Basilan Province hosted by EU BAEP:WEE SAFE at Lamitan Hostel, Lamitan City.
TOP RMSI STOCKHOLDERS
KMFI had attended the 12th Annual Stockholders’ Meeting 2025, 2025-1 Board of Directors’ Meeting and Joint Board Meeting of RMSI and MiMAP at Richmonde Hotel Ortigas, Banyan Cedar Function Hall, 3rd Floor, Ortigas Center, Pasig City last March 13, 2025 and duly organized by RMSI.
During the said event, KMFI was awarded with the TOP RMSI STOCKHOLDERS (Paid-Up Subscribed Shares).
Mindanao Microfinance Conference 2025
KMFI attended the 2-Day Mindanao Microfinance Conference 2025 held on March 20–21, 2025 at the Siargao Cultural Convention Center, Siargao Island.
The event, organized by the Mindanao Microfinance Council (MMC) in partnership with Traxion, Hyperstacks, Oradian, and Water.org, and sponsored by Country Bankers Insurance Group, Sprout Solutions, and the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP), carried the theme “Navigating Uncertainty: Building Resilient Microfinance Institutions in Mindanao.”
The conference gathered microfinance practitioners from across Mindanao to strengthen collaboration and build institutional resilience in the evolving financial landscape.
Spreading Light, Spreading Hope
KMFI, through its Community-Initiated Project “Handog Liwanag sa Barangay,” in partnership with the Kasanyangan Community Club of Dulian Center and the Barangay Council of Dulian, Upper Pasonanca, Zamboanga City, successfully turned over 20 units of solar street light panels to the constituents of Barangay Dulian on March 17, 2025.
The installation of these solar street lights aims to enhance community safety, support local economic activities, and promote environmental sustainability.
This initiative is made possible through the unwavering leadership of KMFI President and CEO, Ms. Mercedes G. Faustino, together with the Management and Board of Trustees of Kasanyangan Converging Institution — continuing the mission of bringing light, hope, and progress to the communities we serve.
Training on Sublimation Shirt Sewing for KMFI Nanays
KMFI conducted a training on sublimation shirt sewing for our Nanays, as part of the organization’s continuing goal to enhance the skills of loyal clients, helping them become more competitive and adaptive to modern technology.
“Lighting the Way of Women’s Economic Empowerment.”