Filipino American History Month, observed in October, was officially recognized by the U.S. Congress in
2009 to honor the contributions of Filipino Americans throughout the nation’s history. The month was
chosen to commemorate the arrival of the first Filipinos in America on October 18, 1587.
Filipino Americans are the second largest Asia American demographic group and the third largest racial
group in California. The FIL-AM Association of Santa Clarita is the preeminant Filipino organization in our
group in California. The FIL-AM Association of Santa Clarita is the preeminant Filipino organization in our
valley. Their mission is to promote, preserve, and maintain the Filipino culture by engaging in cultural,
educational, civic, sports, humanitarian and outreach programs. filamofscv.org
