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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 of Directors & Officers
Luisita Dona McBurney
Founder & Exec Board Chairman
Larry McBurney
Executive Co-Chairman
Mitch Henry
Board Member
Rev. Dr. Lilian Gallo Seagren
Board Member
Mel Applebee
President & Board Member
Debbie Burk-Flores
Vice President
Jane Kufner
Secretary
Richelle Manuel
Treasurer
Divina Gerdeman
Public Relations Officer
Joemari Alcones Felarca
Public Relations Officer
Tim Kufner
Sgt at Arms
Marvin Manlapaz
Sgt at Arms
Steven Eckert
Scholarship Prog Chair & Board Memb
Roxy Strike
Scholarship Program Co-Chair
Kimberly Roberts
Scholarship Program Committee
Melissa Eckert
Scholarship Program Committee
Ryan Tejero
Marketing & Promotions Advisor
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