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Co-operative College of the Philippines

Co-operative College of the Philippines

Who We Are

Transforming Cooperative Education Globally
Who We Are

Rooted in Cooperation, Built for the Future

The Co-operative College of the Philippines (Co-op College PH) is the premier institution dedicated to advancing cooperative education and empowerment across the country. With a focus on fostering enlightened and empowered cooperators, we provide a platform where individuals and organizations can gain the knowledge, skills, and insights necessary to lead, innovate, and thrive in the cooperative sector.

6 Masterclass Cohorts
500+ Cooperative Leaders Trained
20+ Global Partnerships
#1 NaFeCOOP Training Partner
Our Mission
Our Identity

Who We Are

As the sole training provider for the National Federation of Cooperative Primaries of the Philippines (NaFeCOOP), we play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cooperatives. Our journey began as the CLIMBS Institute for Financial Literacy (CIFL), evolving into the CLIMBS Institute of Management (CIM), and now standing as Co-op College PH — reflecting our commitment to growth and adaptation in the ever-changing cooperative landscape.

  • 01 Provide crystalized best practices for cooperators
  • 02 Safekeep knowledge that engenders innovation and enlightenment
  • 03 Generate the cycle of empowerment towards social transformation
Our Journey

Decades of Cooperative Excellence

From a small financial literacy institute in 2011 to the premier cooperative college of the Philippines.

2011
Foundation
Inauguration of the CLIMBS Institute for Financial Literacy (CIFL) in November.
2012
Growing Network
Reached 20 partner cooperatives with a Total ITF of PhP 7.95 Million.
2016
Milestone Year
Total Partner Co-ops reached 116 with a Total ITF of PhP 30.56 Million.
2017
2017
Global Stage
CIFL was presented at the ICA Global Conference and General Assembly in Malaysia.
2019
2019
1st Global Masterclass
1st Global Cooperative Executive Masterclass held in Manila. CIM presented in the UK.
2021
2021
Rochdale Legacy
CLIMBS Corner installed at the Rochdale Pioneers Museum in the UK.
2022
2022
Historic Partnership
Signing of a tri-party partnership agreement in Sevilla, Spain.
2023
2023
Manchester Masterclass
The Global Co-operative Executive Masterclass was hosted in Manchester, UK.
Board of Trustees

Our Governance

Meet the dedicated leaders who guide Co-op College PH with vision, integrity, and a deep commitment to cooperative excellence.

Rev. Fr. Elmo Manching
Rev. Fr. Elmo Manching
Chairperson
Ret. Antonio Manuel Alcantara
Ret. Antonio Manuel Alcantara
Vice Chairperson
Marlene D. Sindayen
Marlene D. Sindayen
Trustee
Atty. Daniel Evangelio Jr.
Atty. Daniel Evangelio Jr.
Trustee
Noel D. Raboy
Noel D. Raboy
Trustee
Lilian Silubrico, CPA
Lilian Silubrico, CPA
Trustee
Donna C. Dizon
Donna C. Dizon
CEO & Principal
Reynaldo San Andres
Reynaldo San Andres
Treasurer
Bernadette Toledo, CPA
Bernadette Toledo, CPA
Independent Director
Prof. Dynah Basuil, PhD
Prof. Dynah Basuil, PhD
Independent Trustee
Dr. Leo D. Camposano
Dr. Leo D. Camposano
Independent Trustee
Rowena R. Abella
Rowena R. Abella
Ex Officio
Fr. Francis B. Lucas
Fr. Francis B. Lucas
Independent Trustee
Francelle Ybañez
Francelle Ybañez
Corporate Secretary
The Team

Meet the Management

The passionate people behind Co-op College PH who work every day to deliver world-class cooperative education.

Donna C. Dizon
Donna C. Dizon
CEO & Principal
Leadership
Mayr Jhorey Ramos
Mayr Jhorey Ramos
Program & Operations Manager
Emila Rubel Guiñares
Emila Rubel Guiñares
Program Coordinator
Cecilmay Cutamora
Cecilmay Cutamora
Program & Social Media Asst.
Lelyn Asay
Lelyn Asay
Bookkeeper
Zyrene Reyes
Zyrene Reyes
Accountant
Ruel T. Arsua
Ruel T. Arsua
Assistant Vice President, Admin & Corp.Plan
Juliette Virgula
Juliette Virgula
Partnership Development Manager