Ateneo Center for Social Entrepreneurship

We just concluded our initial meeting with our three finalists, each of whom will receive up to ₱1 million in startup grant funding. We are excited to support these ventures and witness the impact their businesses will create in the months ahead.

Congratulations to Sibol Creamery, Klaro, and AgriConnect!

KisLap is in partnership with the Kwan Laurel Social Enterprise Fund.

Secure your slots.
Registration will close by May 15, 2026

Register here:
https://go.ateneo.edu/SE101-2026

Fee: Php 3,000.00
(Covers food and venue; the session itself is free.)

“As KisLap marks the beginning of what promises to be a growing movement for social innovation, the spotlight now turns to what these ventures will build next.”

Thank you for the KisLap feature!

From Ideas to Impact: Ateneo Center for Social Entrepreneurship Names KisLap 2026 Winners | News | Ateneo de Manila University Home > News > From Ideas to Impact: Ateneo Center for Social Entrepreneurship Names KisLap 2026 Winners From Ideas to Impact: Ateneo Center for Social Entrepreneurship Names KisLap 2026 Winners 30 Apr 2026 The future of social innovation took center stage at KisLap: The Final Pitch, held on April....

We visited the social enterprise HeritageFinds at the Zen Garden in Ateneo de Manila University

A peaceful spot filled with unique finds and local treasures—definitely worth checking out if you’re on campus!

We have our winners! ✨

Congratulations to Sibol Creamery, AgriConnect, and Klaro, the first-ever KisLap champions!

Driven by meaningful ideas and the courage to bring them to life, they embody the Ateneo spirit, creating with purpose and making a difference for and with others.

To the other finalists, jurors, mentors, and everyone who joined us last night—thank you for making KisLap truly meaningful. And of course, our deepest gratitude to the Kwan Laurel Social Enterprise Fund for making this platform for change possible.

Here’s to ideas that spark and actions that transform!!

Happening tonight!! ✨

The brightest social enterprise innovations take the spotlight—and a chance to win up to ₱1,000,000 in funding.

🕔 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 Ben Chan ArtSuite, Areté, Ateneo de Manila

Be there. Witness ideas turn into impact.

7 teams. 3 winners. 1 unforgettable night.

Tomorrow’s the moment we’ve all been building toward—KisLap: The Final Pitch. Three teams will rise and take home up to ₱1 million in start-up grants.

Be there as bold ideas turn into real impact.
📍 Ben Chan ArtSuite, Areté, Ateneo de Manila
⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM (Doors open at 4:30 PM)

Cheer for your favorites. Feel the energy. Witness the future of social enterprise in the Philippines.

This event is brought to you by the Ateneo Center for Social Entrepreneurship and the Kwan Laurel Social Enterprise Fund.

Click on the link to register: https://go.ateneo.edu/KisLapAwarding2026

📅 **Mark Your Calendars!**

Ready to explore the world of social entrepreneurship? ✨
Join us for *Social Entrepreneurship 101* on **May 21–22**, a 2-day learning experience on bold, purpose-driven innovation brought to you by the Ateneo Center for Social Entrepreneurship (ACSEnt) and the The Institute for Social Entrepreneurship in Asia (ISEA).

This session will cover key concepts, models, best practices, and policy advocacy in social entrepreneurship. The course is **open to policymakers, program managers, social enterprise leaders, representatives of resource institutions, members of the academe, and anyone eager to learn**.

🔗 Register here https://go.ateneo.edu/SE101-2026 or scan the QR code.

Participation Fee: Php 3,000.00**
The learning sessions are free of charge; the fee helps cover meals and venue expenses.

Registration for SE 101 is now OPEN : https://go.ateneo.edu/SE101-2026
Learn SE concepts and turn insights into action. Limited slots available.

Ready to learn about Social Entrepreneurship? ✨

Join us for Social Entrepreneurship 101 this May 21–22 and dive into bold, purpose-driven innovation brought to you by the Ateneo Center for Social Entrepreneurship (ACSEnt) and the Institute for Social Entrepreneurship in Asia (ISEA).

This 2-day learning session will explore concepts, models, best practices, and social entrepreneurship policy advocacy. The course is OPEN to policymakers, program managers, social enterprise leaders, representatives of resource institutions, academe, and anyone eager to learn!

Register here or scan the QR code in the poster: https://go.ateneo.edu/SE101-2026

Participating Fee: Php3,000.00
The learning session is free; the fees cover the cost of food and venue.

Save the date and get ready to turn passion into impact!