ABOUT US
AFAA is a public, non-profit organization established to preserve, promote, and enhance Filipino culture through education and cultural arts, and to provide community assistance and recreation for those living in Austin, Texas and surrounding areas.
AFAA looks forward to serving the Filipino community through charitable work, support services, and love for our culture.
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteers are the lifeblood of AFAA. We are a 100% volunteer-driven organization. All the events, activities, classes, are made possible with the valuable contributions of our officers, Board of Directors, and you. To help AFAA continue to provide to our local community we need volunteers. Get involved and fill out our volunteer form today!
OFFICERS (2020-2021)
President, Gerry Villaverde
Vice President, Bong Dejillo
Secretary, Vienna Micaelson
Treasurer, Gemma Victoriano-Redmon
Auditor, Tonee S.C.
Sgt. at Arms, Bruce Redmond
Sgt. at Arms, Jay-R Torres
Public Relations, Rubina Moak
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Susan Fifer
Tess Abbott
Marites Johnston
Efren Mercado
Betty Flores
FIL-AM GROUP LEADERS
CONTRIBUTORS
Ruby Foroneas, Education (Tagalog)
Jhonny Marcano, Educatino (Spanish)
Ryan Tejero (Media)
ADVISORS
FIL-AM GROUP LEADERS
CONTRIBUTORS
AFAA Dance Group, Maritess Johnston
AFAA Youth Group, Dr. Hanzy Bustamante
PNA ATX (Philippine Nurses Association), Malou von Ohlen
FYP - Filipino Young Professional, Jenn Penano
FACC - Filipino American Catholic Community, Ms. Neriza Nieto
FEAST Central Texas, Tonee S. C.
TPOG - Tropang Pinoy Original Group, Atty. Felicito Guiab
2000 Hail Mary Prayer Warrior, Bong Dejillo
River Life Chuch, Rela Manigsaca
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Ruby Foroneas, Education (Tagalog)
Jhonny Marcano, Education (Spanish)
Ryan Tejero (Media)
ADVISORS
Romeo Albornoz
Atty. Marc Cayabyab