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About Us

Mission Statement

Filipino American Society of Iowa’s mission is to integrate American heritage and culture while maintaining, preserving and promoting Filipino heritage.

Values Statement

Bayanihan Spirit – We are committed to cooperation, camaraderie and the unselfish caring for others while working for the common good. It is this esprit de corps that elevates volunteering of one’s self, time and resources to the highest and most admirable levels.

Board Members & Officers

Board Members and Staff

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Board Chairwoman

Luisita Dona McBurney

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Board Member

Lilian Gallo Seagren

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Board Member

Meldie Applebee

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Board Member

Marvin Manlapaz

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President

Jane Kufner

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Scholarship Chair

Steven Eckert

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Executive Director

Larry McBurney

Officers

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Vice President

Debbie Burk-Flores

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Secretary

Laurel Howell

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Public Relations

Joemari Felarca

Divina

Public Relations

Divina Gerdeman

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Treasurer

Toby Howell

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Sergeant at Arms

Tim Kufner

Scholarship Committee

Roxy

Co-chairwoman

Roxy Strike

Melissa

Scholarship Committee

Melissa Eckert

Kimberly

Scholarship Committee

Kimberly Grim

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