About The Council of Filipino Organizations of Arizona (CFO)

leadership

A Message from the CFOAZ Chair (2022)

All hands on deck - We're all in this together.

As we emerge from the cloud of uncertainty that has cast a shadow over our daily lives, I look forward to helping to bridge the gap and close the distant that has grow between us in recent years. As such, renewing the sense of community and tradition that we have long enjoyed within the Arizona Filipino community is now more important than ever.

The theme of this year's celebration, "Katatagan at Pagmamahal sa Bayan" or "Resiliency and Love for Country" is a fitting tribute to the Kababayan spirit both here and abroad.

To all, the time has come so let us come togther. As the newly appointed chair of the Council, it is my honor and privilege to extend a formal invitation to our 124th Annual Philippine Independence Day Celebration.

Jennifer Del Mar-Lewis, President & Co-Founder

Filipino American Marriage-Group of Arizona

2022 Chairwoman. Council of Filipino Organizations of Arizona Foundation, Inc.

officers & board

The purposes for which the Council is organized are:

1. Promote

Promote and safeguard the welfare and interests of Filipinos in the State of Arizona.

2. Foster Unity

Foster unity and closer cooperation among the Filipino organizations in Arizona.

3. Serve

Serve as the communication conduit between the Filipino community & general public.

The Role of Member Organizations.

The Council seeks to shine a light on the unique cultural diversity of the Filipino community and to also foster an environment where groups and organizations can thrive. It is in this regard that CFO brings value and remains relevant to this day.

To raising awareness about the Filipino culture within our local community.
Build unity among a variety of community-based groups/organizations.
Contribute to and leverage our combined strength to affect positive change.
Advocate for additional consular outreach and related support services

Participating member organizations benefit from opportunities to increase their membership, visibility and credibility, in addition to expanded access to resources and support.

To place an inquiry about our membership requirements, please contact us here.

Our Team

We are an umbrella organization representing several Filipino-American non-profit groups in Arizona. Each member organization is led by its own President and Officers. Members of the CFO also benefit from the mutal support received from other organizations.

Planning Committee

The Council of Filipino Organizations of Arizona Foundation, Inc. is an Arizona nonprofit corporation organized exclusively for charitable and education purposes. The CFO relies upon the generosity of community leaders and volunteers to fulfill its mission.

Member Organizations

Alpha Phi Omega Alumni Association (APO), Asian International Film Festival Arizona (AIFAA), Bisaya Social Club of AZ, Bohol Association of Arizona, Filipino American Association of AZ (FAAAZ), Filipino American Business Chambers of Commerce of AZ (FABCCA Main), Filipino American Business Chambers of Commerce of AZ (FABCCA East), Filipino American Business Chambers of Commerce of AZ (FABCCA West), Filipino American Marriage Group of AZ (FAMAZ), Filipino American National Historical Society of AZ (FANHSAZ), Filipino American Support Team of AZ (Fast of AZ), Filipino Club of AZ (FCA), Filipino American Nurses Organization of Grand Canyon State (FANOGCS), Filipino Teachers Association of AZ (FTAA), The Knights of Rizal, National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA AZ), Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of AZ (PACCA), Philippine Nurses Association of AZ (PNAAZ), Philippine American Student Association - ASU (PASA), Phoenix Asian American Lions Club, Phoenix Barangay Lions Club, Phoenix Lions Without Borders, Phoenix One World Global Artists Lions Club, Phoenix Phil-Am Lions Club, Philippine Novena Prayer Group of AZ, Samahang Bayanihan of Arizona, and The 3000 Club

MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS AND PRESIDENTS

The Council of Filipino Organizations of Arizona Foundation (CFO)