Our Story
A Chocolate Brand Born from Compassion
Mayon Gold isn’t just a chocolate company—it’s a movement rooted in love, purpose, and resilience.
Our journey began not in a factory, but in the slums of Manila, where children couldn’t afford to go to school.
That’s when the Muravah Foundation was born—promising young people that if they stayed in school, we’d stand by them until through college.
Years later, we found ourselves in the volcanic foothills of Bicol, working with humble coconut farmers earning less than $2 a day.
We saw a future in their soil—and in their strength.
We Saw Potential in Every Pod
In 2015, we began introducing heirloom cacao as a co-crop alongside coconut trees.
Not only did it thrive in the volcanic soil of Mt. Mayon—it transformed lives.
Farmers earned 4x more income
Women found stable employment
Families gained housing, education, and security
Who We Are Today
Today, we are:
- A social enterprise supporting over 500 smallholder farmers
- A craft chocolate company using only two ingredients: heirloom cacao + certified organic coconut sugar
- A committed team of 30+ Local community workers, many of whom are single mothers
- Builders of 80+ typhoon-proof homes
- Champions of education and long-term employment
A Flavor That Reflects the Land
Grown in the nutrient-rich volcanic terrain of Mt. Mayon, our heirloom cacao delivers:
- A bold, earthy flavor profile
- Deep notes of cinnamon, spice & caramel & low acidity
- A taste you won’t find anywhere else in the world
When you taste Mayon Gold, you taste the soil, the soul, and the story of Bicol.
Our Mission & Values
We’re guided by these principles:
- Empowerment through opportunity
- Sustainability over shortcuts
- Respect for people, process, and planet
- Transparency in everything we do
- Craftsmanship that honors culture
“When I joined Muravah, I was a single mum with two kids and no electricity. Today, I have a house, solar power, and a job I love. I'm no longer surviving — I'm building a future.”
— Shiela R., Production Team
Our Vision for the Future
- No child is kept from school
- No family is left in unsafe shelter
- No farmer is exploited
- And chocolate is always ethical, clean, and connected to the land
Be Part of the Mayon Movement
When you choose Mayon Gold, you’re choosing:
- Sustainable farming
- Fair wages
- Education for future generations
- Resilient homes
- Chocolate with a conscience
- Fueling a movement of dignity and sustainability
