Established 1991 · Hampton Roads, VA

Filipino American
Community Action Group

Building unity, advancing education, and empowering the Filipino American community through civic engagement, intergenerational programs, and community leadership for over 30 years.

Fil-Am CAG is a nonpartisan, nonprofit community organization providing educational activities to increase civic, economic, intergenerational and social engagement of Filipino Americans living in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

30+
Years of Service
1991
Established
8
Pillars of Action
$25
Annual Membership
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Three ways to take action

Whether you have time, talent or resources, there is a path for you to strengthen the Filipino American community of Hampton Roads.

Donate

Power our scholarships, civic programs, and youth leadership initiatives. Every contribution stays in Hampton Roads.

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Volunteer

Lend your skills to community events, mentorship programs, voter registration drives, and cultural celebrations.

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Become a Member

Annual membership is just $25. Members shape priorities, vote at the general assembly, and lead committees.

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Our Work

Areas of activity

Eight pillars define how we serve Filipino Americans across Hampton Roads, drawn directly from our founding mission and bylaws.

Education

Equality & Unity

Scholarships, tutoring, and youth leadership.

Civic

Voter Registration

Engage Filipino Americans in the democratic process.

Leadership

Intergenerational

Pass knowledge, culture, and civic skills across generations.

Community

Service & Growth

Cultural celebrations, food drives, partnerships.

Political

Active Participation

Advocacy, town halls, and policy engagement.

Business

Economic Growth

Networking and entrepreneurship support.

Social

Issue Resolution

Address community challenges through dialogue.

Empowerment

Filipino Voice

Amplify Filipino American leadership in Hampton Roads.

Our Story

Three decades of service

From a kitchen table conversation at Wing’s Restaurant on S. Military Highway in Chesapeake to a Hampton Roads-wide community institution, our story is built on civic action, intergenerational leadership, and pride in Filipino American identity.

Read the Full Story
1989

Founders Nony E. Abrajano, Ernie Pancho, and Bert Caboteja gather at Wing’s Restaurant in Chesapeake, VA to organize the Filipino American community.

1991

Fil-Am CAG is formally established as a community-oriented organization serving Hampton Roads.

2020s

Expanded programs in scholarships, civic engagement, intergenerational leadership, and cultural celebration under current Chairman Angelo Reyes.

In Good Company

Our Partners

Fil-Am CAG works alongside community organizations, civic leaders, and local businesses across Hampton Roads.

Become a Member

Add your voice. Strengthen the community.

Membership is the foundation of Fil-Am CAG. Members shape the organization’s priorities, vote at the general assembly, and serve on committees. Annual dues support scholarships, civic programs, and Hampton Roads cultural events.

Annual Membership
$25/year
  • Vote at the general assembly
  • Serve on committees
  • Discounted event tickets
  • Members-only newsletter
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