A Night of Unity and Celebration On 15th June 2024, the Filipino Women’s Association UK (FWA-UK) hosted its 36th Philippine National Day Fundraising Gala at the luxurious Palace Suite of the Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington. The event commemorated the 126th year of Philippine Independence and brought together members of the Filipino community, friends, and supporters for an evening dedicated …
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FWA-UK’s Charity Bingo: Fun, Games, and Fundraising
On Saturday, 18 May, FWA-UK (Filipino Women’s Association – UK) hosted a fun-filled afternoon of Charity Bingo in the charming garden of Nieves Bates in Barnes, London. While the weather wasn’t as sunny as we’d hoped, the atmosphere was warm and inviting! Guests enjoyed delicious food and drinks, laughter, and of course, the thrill of competing for some fantastic prizes. …
FWA-UK’s 35th Annual Philippine National Day Fundraising Gala: A Night of Celebration, Impact, and Empowerment
The Filipino Women’s Association UK (FWA-UK) celebrated a milestone as they hosted their 35th annual Philippine National Day Fundraising Gala on 17th June 2023 at the elegant Palace Suite, Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington, London. The event, themed “Enhancing Lives Throughout the Journey of Life: Celebrating 35 Years of Positive Impact“, brought together members of the community, sponsors, and guests …
Certificate of Appreciation from VRBSNH
Thank you to the Principal and Head Teachers of the Vicente R Bumanlag Sr National High School (VRBSNHS), Nueva Ecija, Philippines for the Certificate of Appreciation awarded to FWA-UK! Just wanted to express our deep gratitude for the dedicated work you do day after day for our hardworking scholars. Thanks for doing what you do! Message reads: For having a …
2022 Annual PND Fundraising Gala
During the last two pandemic years, we have experienced almost no social contact, which made it impractical for the Association to interact and organise its major fundraising event of the year. This year, FWA-UK celebrated the 124th anniversary of the Philippine Independence Day, the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and the FWA-UK’s 34th year of its founding …
33rd ANNUAL PHILIPPINE NATIONAL DAY Charity Gala
By: Clarita Richardson / Imee Pinto, PND Co-Ordinators The organisation is delighted to announce the date of its annual charity fundraising gala to celebrate the 124th Philippine Independence Day! The Philippine National Day Charity Gala will be held on Saturday, 18 June 2022 at The Palace Suite, Royal Garden Hotel, 2 Kensington High St, Kensington, London W8 4PT, from 06:00 …
A Helping Hand to the Elderly (65+) and the Vulnerable in Newham, London – An FWA-UK Project
– by Jeannette Thomson, Fundraising Committee Chairman GOOD NEWS!! On 12 January 2022, FWA-UK was recently awarded a grant from National Lottery Awards for All (A4A) for one of our projects called, ‘A Helping Hand to the Elderly (65+) and the Vulnerable in Newham, London.’ FWA-UK will run computer skills workshops for digitally excluded elderly, in Newham, London, who are …
FWA-UK Fundraising Committee (FC) Update
By Jeannette Thomson, Fundraising Committee Chair On 30th October 2021, I attended the 1st Executive Board (EB) meeting and presented how to increase the FWA-UK funds by taking advantage of its registered charity status. It was emphasised that the Association has been in existence for over thirty (30) years, and it needs to keep evolving and be sustainable. The Committee …
Thank You Note from the Jose Panganiban LGU
The Public Information Office of Jose Panganiban from the province of Camarines Norte and Camarines Sur sent their appreciation to FWA-UK for the ‘Ayuda’ to benefit the victims of the strongest typhoon ‘Ulysses’ that hit their region.
Thank You Note from the Dominican Sisters of Regina Rosarii
February 3, 2021 Dear Patricia, May I officially thank you for the gift of 700 Pounds for the indigenous people many of whom lost their homes. We appreciate the help of your organization. We are sending herewith some pictures. Let the pictures speak a thousand words. God BLESS YOU AND YOUR GROUP. Sincerely yours, SISTER EPPIE BRASIL, OP Founder of …