Deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of one of NaFFAA’s founding members and former National Chair, Greg Macabenta. In 1997, he wrote NaFFAA’s clarion call to Filipinos in the US: “Major events are occurring and laws are being…
The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) Board of Governors recently introduced its new trustees: Jannelle So, Rod Mercado, and Pastor Herman Martir. As they step into their roles, these esteemed members are charged with a series of fiduciary…
NaFFAA is deeply saddened to see the sufferings of our fellow kababayans and friends in Maui due to the devastating wildfires in Lahaina town. Filipinos are the second largest population in Maui and make up a strong workforce in Lahaina.…
On June 30, following the cease on affirmative action, the Supreme Court decided to rule against the LGBTQIA+ community citing that businesses have a right to deny services to certain groups. The National Federation of Filipino American Associations recognizes that…
The National Federation of Filipino American Associations wishes you a blessed and wonderful 4th of July! This particular date is also the time we celebrate Fil-Am Friendship Day. During the Treaty of Manila on July 4, 1946, the Philippines commended…
June 28, 2023 – Amadeo Quindara, a 75-year-old elderly Filipino American, was mercilessly attacked by his neighbor on May 30, 2023, in Clark County, Nevada. While Mr. Quindara survived the attack, he will forever be traumatized by the suspect, 44-…
Click here to read the original article. WASHINGTON – The Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) today announced how it has allocated funding to all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five territories to deploy affordable, reliable…
The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) wishes a very Happy Philippine Independence Day to all our friends and kababayans. This holiday commemorates one of the most important events in the Philippines since it signifies the country’s freedom from…
WASHINGTON, DC – After more than a year of tireless work to further NaFFAA’s mission and values as executive director, Kelly Ilagan Coldiron will depart from her executive director role to focus more on assisting NaFFAA in strategic planning, an…
NaFFAA Supports Bill to Increase the Amount of Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Provided to an Eligible Individual Pursuing a Program of Education at an Institution in the Philippines Washington, DC — The National Federation of Filipino American Associations fully…
