We fund the groundwork that turns forest communities from dependents into decision-makers — land rights, governance, and the skills to negotiate their own future.
Why capital can't reach the communities that need it most.
Communities don't know what their land is worth. Without feasibility studies, they cannot understand the carbon, biodiversity, water, or agroforestry potential of their ancestral domains.
Many communities lack Certificates of Ancestral Domain Title (CADTs) free from competing claims. Without clear title, no legitimate investor will engage.
Communities lack registered cooperatives, audited financial statements, and governance structures needed to sign and manage contracts with investors or market participants.
Communities cannot independently assess their land's potential for carbon sequestration, biodiversity credits, watershed services, or agroforestry -- leaving them dependent on the very developers seeking to profit from their resources.
Philippine Indigenous Peoples are the most effective forest guardians in the country. With secure tenure and proper capacity, these communities can unlock billions in forest value while protecting the most biodiverse archipelago on Earth.
Multiple pathways to invest in community capacity.
Direct your DAF to Inclusive Forests Foundation for tax-efficient giving that builds community capacity. We're a registered 501(c)(3) equivalent under Philippine law.
Our programs are designed for foundation giving. We offer transparent reporting, clear milestones, and measurable outcomes tied to both climate and community metrics.
Align your corporate sustainability goals with genuine community impact. We design bespoke partnerships that connect your business to forest communities.
Ready to invest in communities and forests? Let's talk.