Bayanihan Foundation Worldwide is shifting from traditional, donor-reliant fundraising toward a self-funded model. Two mission-aligned social enterprises in Bicol, Philippines, are designed to generate recurring income that powers our charitable work, including our NEXTGEN Program for young Filipino Americans, mangrove planting in Cebu, water wells in Iligan, and educational drives in Samar.
MPR Maxx Closeouts: Now Open in Daet, Camarines Norte
On October 28, 2026, entrepreneurs Margee and Prax Rajas, the founders of the MPR Sabon Outlet chain, opened the first MPR Maxx Closeout Store in Daet. The store specializes in high-quality closeout inventory and deeply discounted branded products imported from the United States and Japan, giving the community access to affordable goods while reducing waste.
How it supports the foundation: MPR Maxx directs 15% of all store profits to Bayanihan Foundation Worldwide.
Read the full story of the store opening →
Ube King Farming Cooperative (Planned)
Our second enterprise is a planned farming cooperative in Bicol focused on growing ube (purple yam) on inherited agricultural lands. It is designed to provide sustainable local livelihoods while channeling enterprise profits back into community projects. Revenues from MPR Maxx are already being reinvested into this effort. More details will be shared as the cooperative takes shape.
How the Model Works
- The enterprises generate profits in the Philippines.
- Their income supports the foundation’s legacy programs: NEXTGEN, mangrove restoration, clean water, and education.
- Donor gifts keep those programs running while the enterprises are established between now and 2028.
Our Roadmap
- By 2028: establish an affiliated Bayanihan Foundation Worldwide legal entity in the Philippines.
- By 2034: identify and onboard new leadership as part of a planned succession.
- Through 2040 and beyond: a self-sustaining foundation connecting Filipinos abroad with communities at home.
Get Involved
Donate to keep our programs going, offer closeout merchandise or shipping support, or share your expertise as an advisor.
Bayanihan Foundation Worldwide is a U.S. 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN 27-2441549). Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.