Empower. Uplift. Transform.

That's ASHI since 1989!

ASHI is a beacon for social transformation and prosperity

Empower the Poor

Especially the marginalized women, to transform their lives.

We believe that by giving people the tools to lead healthy, productive lives, we can help them discover their God-given dignity.

Deliver Professional Service

Create an environment that enhances the capabilities of women and their families

We integrate into our various programs the ASHI core values of accountability, social commitment, human dignity, and integrity.

Share Expertise

Especially with other anti-poverty institutions and organizations.

Creating an environment that enhances the capabilities of women and their families.

Who We Are

About ASHI

Ahon Sa Hirap, Inc. (ASHI) is a non-profit microfinance organization founded in 1989 by Professor Generoso Octavio, which initially was an action-research project at the University of the Philippines Los Baños. Established to help alleviate poverty through non-collateralized loans, ASHI uses the Grameen Bank Approach to empower marginalized women to improve their livelihoods. Serving over 125,000 families across the Philippines, ASHI is dedicated to social transformation, human dignity, and environmental sustainability. The organization operates 80 branches and continues to focus on holistic development through microfinance.

1.4b

Loan Portfolio

104k

Members

Branches

598

Employees

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