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.
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.
Make a Gift →Volunteer
Lend your skills to community events, mentorship programs, voter registration drives, and cultural celebrations.
Join the Team →Become a Member
Annual membership is just $25. Members shape priorities, vote at the general assembly, and lead committees.
Join Today →Areas of activity
Eight pillars define how we serve Filipino Americans across Hampton Roads, drawn directly from our founding mission and bylaws.
Equality & Unity
Scholarships, tutoring, and youth leadership.
Voter Registration
Engage Filipino Americans in the democratic process.
Intergenerational
Pass knowledge, culture, and civic skills across generations.
Service & Growth
Cultural celebrations, food drives, partnerships.
Active Participation
Advocacy, town halls, and policy engagement.
Economic Growth
Networking and entrepreneurship support.
Issue Resolution
Address community challenges through dialogue.
Filipino Voice
Amplify Filipino American leadership in Hampton Roads.
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 StoryFounders Nony E. Abrajano, Ernie Pancho, and Bert Caboteja gather at Wing’s Restaurant in Chesapeake, VA to organize the Filipino American community.
Fil-Am CAG is formally established as a community-oriented organization serving Hampton Roads.
Expanded programs in scholarships, civic engagement, intergenerational leadership, and cultural celebration under current Chairman Angelo Reyes.
Our Partners
Fil-Am CAG works alongside community organizations, civic leaders, and local businesses across Hampton Roads.












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.
- ✓Vote at the general assembly
- ✓Serve on committees
- ✓Discounted event tickets
- ✓Members-only newsletter
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Ready to make a difference?
Join over three decades of Filipino American leadership in Hampton Roads.
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