On May 6, 2026, ASHI and AngHortaleza Foundation Inc. officially signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the implementation of the “Ganda Mo, Hanapbuhay Ko” Training Program, a meaningful initiative aimed at equipping ASHI members with practical livelihood skills in the beauty and salon industry. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to empowering communities by creating opportunities for sustainable income generation through skills development and entrepreneurship.

The Microfinance Council of the Philippines, Inc. (MCPI) successfully held the 2026 Microfinance Operations Staff Summit on April 7–8, 2026 at the Century Park Hotel in Manila. The event gathered 287 participants representing 50 institutions across the microfinance sector. The summit served as a meaningful platform for field operations staff to exchange experiences and explore practical strategies that strengthen day-to-day microfinance work. Sessions highlighted real field c

April 10–11, 2026 The spirit of camaraderie and sportsmanship came alive as Ahon sa Hirap Inc. (ASHI) proudly hosted the first-ever Inter-MFI Basketball League on April 10–11, 2026. This landmark two-day event brought together eight Microfinance Institutions (MFIs): K-Coop, ASA Philippines Foundation, Inc., Negros Women for Tomorrow Foundation (NWTF), Tulay sa Pag-unlad, Inc. (TSPI), CARD MRI Rizal Bank, Inc. (CMRBI), Taytay sa Kauswagan, Inc. (TSKI), Kabalikat para sa Maunl

On February 22, 2026, ASHI proudly sponsored the 6th KnKPInc OB-Gyn Medical Mission held at Espiritu St., Sitio Caniogan, Brgy. CCL, Morong, Rizal. A total of 134 valued ASHI members received much-needed medical care and support during this meaningful outreach activity. This initiative reflects ASHI’s continued commitment to the health and well-being of our members and their families. By bringing essential OB-Gyn services closer to the community, we help ensure that women rec

Ahon sa Hirap, Inc. was honored to join #DevTalk 2026 last January 23, 2026, hosted by HIJOS Tours of CARD at the CARD MRI Development Institute, Inc. in Bay, Laguna. The event gathered innovators, advocates, and institutions committed to tackling poverty and advancing development. ASHI was represented by Ms. Queenie Rose Bebida (English medium) and Mr. Adrian Castro (Filipino medium), who competed in the Microfinance and Development Organization Category by presenting their

The ASHI community proudly celebrates a meaningful milestone as two of our members were recognized at the 4th Digital Inclusion Awards . This achievement reflects not only personal success but also the growing strength of digital learning within our centers. Nanay RJ De Chavez of Aproot Center 49, Laguna East Branch, and Nanay Maricar Pagao of Kabulusan Center 63, Laguna Sta. Maria–Mabitac Branch, stood out for their commitment to embracing digital tools and learning new sk

Last September 19, 2025 , a free MediCaravan was held at the Central Covered Court, Brgy. Poblacion Uno, Real, Quezon , serving a total of 512 patients . The activity was a joint medical, optical, and dental mission organized by the Dr. Nicanor D. Montoya Foundation, Inc. (DNDMFI) and Ahon sa Hirap, Inc. (ASHI) . Residents received free consultations, eye check-ups, dental services, and medicines during the event. Our heartfelt thanks to the DNDMFI Medical Team, Barangay C

Last October 24, 2025 , a free medical and dental mission was held in San Pedro, Laguna , helping a total of 458 patients . The activity was a joint effort of Sun Life Grepa Financial Inc. , Stronghold Insurance Company Inc. , and Ahon sa Hirap, Inc. (ASHI) . The event provided free check-ups, dental services, and medicines to residents who needed healthcare support. Thanks to the medical team, health workers, Metro San Pedro Branch, Metro Biñan Branch, Metro South East Bran

On August 10, 2025 , Ahon sa Hirap, Inc. (ASHI) , a Microfinance NGO successfully conducted a Free OB-GYNE Medical Mission at Head...

In celebration of its 36th founding anniversary , ASHI once again proved that its mission goes beyond microfinance — it’s about building...

On July 29, 2025, Ahon sa Hirap Inc. (A Microfinance NGO) received a recognition at the 8th Annual Hybrid Impact Network Fellowship Night...

On March 27-28, MCPI, the UN Environment Programme in Asia Pacific and UN Women Asia and the Pacific visited the client-beneficiaries...

(ASHI delegates from left to right: John Leonard Brinas, Elvira Fainsan, Francisca Ruedas, Olivia Madriaga, Marilou Dimayuga, Jimmy...

On July 9, 2025 , Ahon sa Hirap, Inc. (ASHI) successfully conducted its 6th OB-GYN Medical Mission , in partnership with Kalusugan ng...

Photo credit: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14Gf92Hx6Cy/ MCPI successfully hosted the Microfinance Operations Staff Summit last June...

Binangonan, Rizal – February 21, 2025 — A total of 743 patients received free optical, dental, and medical services in Binangonan,...

Mulanay and Catanuan, Quezon – March 13, 2025 — Over 500 ASHI members and their families gathered for a free medical and dental mission...

The ASHI Business Development Department (BDD) team proudly participated in the AECA Learning Forum 2025 , held on May 26–27 at the...

Pangil, Laguna — Ahon sa Hirap, Inc. (ASHI) , a microfinance NGO, together with the AGAP Farmers Association of Pangil , has expressed...

Pililla Rizal, May 22, 2025 — A highly productive Cassava Livelihood Training was successfully conducted on May 22 for the ASHI...