(A project of the Ateneo Center for Social Entreprenuership and the John Gokongwei School of Management) This book not only collects narratives on social entrepreneurship but also traces its evolution in the Philippines. Interviews with the founders provide a wealth of insights that deepen our understanding of their business models and value chains, of what drives them, and what matters to them. It also looks at sustainable development as embedded in the philosophy and initiatives of each organization, not just its social but also its economic and environmental aspects. If such enterprises and business models are possible—those that are of greater service to communities, that respect the rhythms of Creation, and that generate livelihoods which allow a certain quality of life—then we may have found good models that generate genuine development.

1. Social entrepreneurship ? Philippines. 2. Social responsibility of business. 3. Sustainable development.