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BACKGROUND & RATIONALE


Across the Philippines and many parts of the world, churches, Christian ministries, and para-church organizations play a vital role in advancing the Gospel and serving communities. These ministries operate in areas such as evangelism, discipleship, church planting, community development, education, disaster response, and support for the poor and marginalized.


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 OUR MISSION


To equip, train, and support Christian organizations in building sustainable, ethical, and effective fundraising systems that mobilize the body of Christ to support Kingdom work.


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 OUR VISION


To see churches and Christian ministries globally empowered with the resources needed to advance the Gospel and transform communities.


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WHY THIS MINISTRY EXISTS


Across the Philippines and many parts of the world, churches, Christian ministries, and para-church organizations play a vital role in advancing the Gospel and serving communities. These ministries operate in areas such as evangelism, discipleship, church planting, community development, education, disaster response, and support for the poor and marginalized.

However, many faith-based organizations face a recurring challenge: sustainable fundraising.

While the mission of the Church is spiritual, the practical work of ministry requires financial resources. Unfortunately, many churches and ministries:

  • Lack structured fundraising strategies
  • Depend on a small group of donors
  • Do not have trained fundraising personnel
  • Struggle to communicate their mission effectively to potential partners
  • Have limited systems for donor engagement and retention
In many cases, fundraising is treated as an administrative necessity rather than a ministry calling. As a result, significant opportunities to mobilize the body of Christ in supporting Kingdom work remain untapped.

At the same time, there is a growing Christian business community and philanthropic sector willing to support Gospel-centered initiatives. Yet many ministries are not equipped with the tools, strategies, and communication skills necessary to build long-term partnerships with donors and supporters.

This gap presents a powerful opportunity to establish a ministry dedicated to training, equipping, and supporting Christian fundraisers.


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GLOBAL IMPACT GOALS


The ministry of Higher Good Stewardship Institute (HGSI) aims to create a significant local and global impact by equipping churches and Christian organizations with sustainable fundraising systems. By addressing the common challenges faced by faith-based groups, such as lack of structured strategies and limited donor engagement, HGSI empowers these organizations to mobilize resources more effectively. This enhanced capacity enables them to send more missionaries to areas where they are needed most, thereby advancing the Gospel and transforming communities both locally and internationally.

On a global scale, HGSI's training and support extend to building long-term partnerships with the Christian business community and philanthropic sectors. By bridging the gap between potential supporters and ministries, HGSI facilitates a flow of resources that supports the deployment of missionaries worldwide. This strategic approach not only strengthens the financial foundations of participating organizations but also ensures a broader reach of their missions, ultimately contributing to a greater global impact in spreading the Gospel and serving diverse communities.


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It's all about THE MISSION

Meet our team

Driving Christian stewardship and ministry generosity for the Body of Christ. 

XAVIER ERIC MANALASTAS

Chief Program Officer

Founder and CPO Xavier Eric Manalastas is a seasoned ICT and IT-BPM industry leader with over three decades of experience in network systems integration, digital transformation, and technology-driven business solutions. He has led numerous initiatives in SME digitalization, innovation ecosystems, AI adoption, and technology advancement across the BIMP-EAGA region. He has been and continues to be actively involved as a board member of various non-profit organizations, contributing his expertise to community development and social impact initiatives..

DR. RAJAN SAMUEL

Chief Stewardship Officer

Co-Founder, Dr. Rajan Samuel, is a strategic global leader with over 40 years of experience in microfinance, social enterprises, and housing finance. His work spans 35+ countries, where he has led strategic assignments for institutions such as the World Bank, IFAD, and other global development agencies. With over three decades at Habitat for Humanity International and Opportunity International, Dr. Samuel has shaped inclusive financial ecosystems and scaled social impact across continents. He is widely recognized for scaling access to inclusive. He now serves as the Managing Director of Crowdera Foundation.

alexa blas

Chief Partnership Officer

As an occupational therapist, she integrated into their family business The Sewing Lab the principles of a circular economy. She has served as Executive Director of Bayan EDGE (of the Bayan Family of Foundations) which supports social entrepreneurs.

Her story reflects the real challenges experienced by social/mission-driven entrepreneurs. Her work sheds light to the potential of communities to become part of bigger value chains and be part of inclusive economic growth and development.

 

Our Team is also supported by ministry partners and volunteers (committed Christians) that provide administrative and training support. 

ADVISORY BOARD

Our esteemed advisers of Christian stewardship and accountability.

BR. BENJAMIN QUIÑONES

Social Enterprise Mentor

Dr. Benjamin R. Quinones Jr. is a Board Member and Director of Organization Development of Livegreen International Inc., a social enterprise engaged in developing an integrated value chain of organic farm produce in the Philippines. He founded the Asian Solidarity Economy Council (ASEC ), the continental network in Asia of the Intercontinental Network for the Promotion of Social Solidarity Economy (RIPESS).

He holds a PhD in Organization Development from SAIDI School of OD, and Master of Science in Agricultural Economics from the University of the Philippines in Los Baños.

ROVIC JEREZA

Seasoned Businessman and International Ministry Leader

Rovic Jereza is a seasoned businessman highly regarded in the industry across Southern Philippines. His training across diverse technical fields has shaped a strong systems-thinking approach, which he applies effectively not only in building successful ventures but also in his ministry work. He currently serves as an Elder in his church and is an active committee member of a large international ministry serving nearly 200 countries. 

Widely traveled, his global exposure brings valuable perspective and insight to the organization and its ministry partners.

donnie ray A. lim

Financial Accountability and Compliance

Donnie Ray Lim is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and the founder of DRL Accounting Firm, providing expert tax compliance and consultancy across Davao Region. His extensive background includes serving as Assistant Chief Accountant for one of Mindanao's largest universities and a decade-long tenure as a Professor at the University of Mindanao.

Deeply committed to faith-based service, he is a Church Elder and holds a key leadership position in an international Christian Association focused on global Scripture distribution and witnessing. He balances professional excellence with a dedicated mission of community and spiritual leadership.