About Us

At WP ABCD, we follow the Assets-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach—a method that focuses on identifying and leveraging the strengths, skills, and resources already present within a community. Rather than emphasizing problems and deficits, ABCD empowers individuals and groups to take ownership of their development, fostering self-reliance, collaboration, and sustainable progress. By tapping into local talents, relationships, and opportunities, communities can drive meaningful change from within, creating long-lasting solutions tailored to their unique needs and aspirations.

  • At WP ABCD, we are dedicated to empowering communities by unlocking the power of their own resources. We believe in a future where communities use their existing strengths—skills, knowledge, and local assets—to drive sustainable development, create lasting change, and build resilience.

    Our goal is to help communities recognize and harness these assets to reduce poverty, enhance livelihood opportunities, and promote self-reliance.

  • We envision a world where every community has the tools, knowledge, and support to create its own path to growth and prosperity—free from external dependency and driven by their own creativity and resources. By fostering local leadership, we can build a future of empowered communities that are resilient, sustainable, and connected to the broader world.

Our Approach: Assets-Based Community Development (ABCD)

At WP ABCD, we work with communities using the Assets-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach. This means we focus on the existing strengths and resources within a community to initiate development. We don’t see communities as places of need, but as places of untapped potential.

ABCD Key Principles:

Asset-based: We focus on what a community already has rather than what it lacks.
Community-driven: Local people are at the center of decision-making, design, and implementation.
Inclusive: We ensure that everyone in the community has a voice and a role.
Sustainable: We emphasize long-term development, ensuring that projects can be maintained by the community itself.

This approach not only builds sustainable projects but also empowers community members to take ownership of their future.

Our Core Values

Our Core Values

1. Inclusivity

We believe in including everyone, regardless of background, identity, or status, in the development process. Every voice matters, and we ensure that our work embraces diversity, ensuring that no one is left behind.

2. Collaboration

Our approach is built on the foundation of partnerships—working with local communities, governments, NGOs, and other stakeholders to create collective impact. We recognize that sustainable change happens when we work together.

3. Empowerment

We don’t believe in giving handouts. Instead, we empower communities by providing them with the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to solve their own challenges. Our work is about building self-reliance and helping communities realize their potential.

4. Transparency

We are committed to being transparent in our operations and partnerships. Whether it’s financial accountability or project progress, we believe in keeping the process open and accessible to all stakeholders.

5. Sustainability

Our projects are designed with long-term success in mind. We work with communities to develop solutions that can be sustained independently, ensuring that the positive impacts last well beyond our involvement.

Our Team

WP ABCD is a group of passionate individuals dedicated to creating real change. From field coordinators and community facilitators to project managers and support staff, our team works hand-in-hand with local communities to ensure the success of every initiative.

  • Monet Goode

    FOUNDER

  • Emmett Marsh

    DESIGN DIRECTOR

  • Eleanor Parks

    SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR

  • Jamie Kokot

    CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER

Our Partners

WP ABCD is proud to collaborate with local governments, social organizations, and international partners who share our commitment to community-driven development. Together, we work towards achieving sustainable outcomes that benefit the communities we serve.

Some of our valued partners include:

  • Local Government Units (LGUs)

  • NGOs & Social Enterprises

  • Corporate Partners

  • Donors & Foundations

Join Us in Our Journey

Whether you’re a community member, volunteer, sponsor, or partner, there’s a place for you in our mission.

Together, we can unlock the potential of every community and create lasting change.

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