Filipino American Organization of Northwest Arkansas

About Us

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Our Mission

The organization was established in 2023 as a non-profit operated exclusively for social, educational, and charitable purposes within the meaning of Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and under the Articles of Incorporation as filed with the Arkansas Secretary of State.

We are dedicated to the advancement and enhancement of relations between Filipino and Americans, with a focus on the Northwest Arkansas region.

We foster genuine cooperation that support our mission to help fellow Filipino American community preserve our heritage through sociocultural activities, empower individuals to succeed in education and entrepreneurship, while making a positive impact on the local community through volunteerism and a variety of diversity-focused events.

Our Vision & Values

Vision: Every Filipino American has the opportunity to be inspired, valued, and connected to each other.

Values: Unwavering dedication to Nurturing the Filipino culture and traditions through Inclusion and Teamwork, Yielding a vibrant Filipino-American community (U.N.I.T.Y).

2023 – 2025 Officers

Irene Pineda

President

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Naicy McMillan

Vice President

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Tess Martfeld

Treasurer

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Secretary

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2023 – 2025 Board of Directors

Fred Almogela

Director

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Cathy Brown

Director

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Maria Smith

Director

Retired from corporate world of regulatory compliance & ethics, Maria now owns Lasang Pinoy, a Filipino Kitchen & Karaoke Bar in Rogers, AR

Kier O’Neil

Director

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Dan Whitfield

Director

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