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Cultural Performances
An Evening with Pilita Corrales
St. Paul Cathedral's Synod Hall (Oakland)
October 17, 1998
The proceeds from this performance by the Filipino folk singer and recording artist known as the Asia's Queen of Songs, augmented by presales of empanadas and egg rolls in conjunction with the 1999 Pittsburgh Folk Festival, provided the deed gift money of $5000 necessary to declare the FAAP's intent and to initiate the creation of a Philippine Nationality Room.
On Wings of Songs 2000
Twentieth Century Club (Oakland)
November 11, 2000
This performance officially kicked-off the fund-raising drive for the PNR Project after its approval by the University of Pittsburgh. The Musical Theater Foundation of the Philippines presented famous opera and musical theater personality Fides Cuyugan-Asensio and other Filipino rising stars in a performance of various Philippine music forms.
Choy Lozada Concert
Bellefield Hall (Oakland)
September 23, 2001
World-renowned organist Choy Lozada, sponsored by the Lowrey Organ Company and the Trombino Music Center, played a variety of organ music in this concert.
Fiesta Filipina
Bellefield Hall (Oakland)
April 20, 2002
Fiesta Filipina Dance Troupe of Canada presented "A Cultural Celebration" of sounds, music and dance.
An Evening with the Champions
Pittsburgh Playhouse (Oakland)
November 29, 2002
The award-winning University of Santo Tomas Singers from the Philippines performed a repertoire of classical, secular, folk, and modern music.
Ballet Manila
Carnegie Music Hall (Oakland)
June 4, 2004
This event brought Liza Macuja-Elizalde's innovative and enchanting ballet ensemble from the Philippines, Ballet Manila, for a memorable performance in Pittsburgh.
Other One-Time Events
Kaufmann's Shopping and Charity Benefit Day at Pittsburgh Mills
Kaufmann's (now Macy's), Pittsburgh Mills
June 2005
Kaufmann's Department Store sponsored a day to recognize the fine work that non-profit organizations perform for their communities. The FAAP won the First Prize for highest ticket sales, receiving a total of $3000 for its participation. Over 80% of this amount went to the PNR project after the YFAP decided to donate to the PNR its originally allotted 40% share of the proceeds.
70's 80's 90's Filipino American Celebrations Night
Salvatore's Banquet Hall (Baldwin)
March 25, 2006
The purpose of the event was to enhance membership, bring Filipino Americans together to celebrate their Filipino heritage, and to raise funds for the PNR Project, where all proceeds went. This event was repeated in 2007 in conjunction with the YFAP Valentine's Party.
Periodic Events and Fund-Raising Campaigns
Christmas Cards
Greeting cards with color reproductions of Philippine Christmas scenes by famous Filipino painters continue to be sold by the dozens to raise funds for the PNR. These folded cards are blank on the insides and may be used for all seasons and occasions. This project started in the fall of 2006 and will continue until all cards are sold.
Cooking with the Filipinos of Pittsburgh, PA
The 3rd edition (2003) of this cookbook was an exclusive PNR fund-raiser. The upcoming Golden Anniversary Edition will be likewise.
Entertainment Books
The sale of these books raised substantial funds for the PNR. This project started in 2002 and continued yearly until 2006.
Film Fest
The 1st Film Fests in 2003 raised funds for several causes, with the PNR getting the bulk of the proceeds. It was held at The Oaks Theater in Oakmont, PA.
Golf Outing
The FAAP's 5th Golf Outing in 2002 raised money solely for the PNR. The next two events were co-sponsored with the Philippine American Medical Society of Western PA (PAMS) and the proceeds were divided equally between the PNR and the PAMS' medical missions.
Induction Ball
Proceeds from FAAP Induction Balls have been directed to the PNR in 2001 ("Pistahan"), in 2002 ("Casino Filipino"), and in 2006 ("Celebrating 50 Years"). In honor of the FAAP's Golden Anniversary, the proposed concept for the Philippine Nationality Room was unveiled at the 2006 Induction Ball and much effort was directed at maximizing fund-raising for the PNR at this event. A member's challenge to match out-right donations to the PNR by attendees that evening, along with the generous gifts from past FAAP and YFAP presidents, plus program book ads, sponsorships, and various other donations, brought in an unprecedented total raised funds from an Induction Ball.
Nationality Rooms Holiday Open House
This annual event at the University of Pittsburgh's Cathedral of Learning brings in additional funds to the PNR in the form of a percentage of the profit from sales at the Filipino food stall.
Pittsburgh Folk Festival
This annual three-day event held on the Memorial Day weekend raised funds for the PNR in 2000, 2001 and 2002.
Ripa Raffle
The Malaking Ripa (Big Raffle), an elimination raffle held as a part of an Induction Ball, proved to be a "cash cow" for raising substantial funds for the FAAP’s charitable activities. The third such raffle held in 2005 raised funds solely for the PNR. A similar, but smaller raffle was held at the Christmas Party of 2003 for the benefit of the PNR.
Volley Ball Tournament
The first volleyball tournament was held at the 2001 Annual Picnic and has continued to the present, raising almost $10,000 to date from team sponsorship fees.
YFAP-Sponsored Events
Dance Troupe Performance for West Virginia Philippine Medical Society
The FAAP Dance Troupe performed in Wheeling, WV on January 2003 and donated the entirety of their honorarium to the PNR.
YFAP Benefit Concerts
The Benefit Concerts showcase the talents of our youth and the FAAP Dance Troupe . The proceeds from the 4th (2003) and 5th(2005) Benefit Concerts were designated exclusively for the PNR.
Valentine's Party
This yearly tradition raised funds for the PNR, first in 2005 with its "Epicurean Tour" featuring the food of Pittsburgh restaurants, and in 2007 with its "70's 80's 90's and Today" theme.
Friends and Family: a Dollar Adds Up
This YFAP's concept of spreading the news and their support for the construction of the PNR attracted attention nationwide. A mere dollar or loose change solicited from family, relatives, friends, classmates, and acquaintances generated a more common response of $10, up to a maximum of $100. The youth were instructed to bring solicitation forms wherever they traveled away from Pittsburgh, or to call relatives and friends across the country to solicit their cents and dollars.
Other Events and Fund-Raising Campaigns
Teody Schipper Fund-Raising Birthdays
This private fund-raiser in 2001, 2002, and 2003 was Teody's novel idea of inviting guests to her restaurant on her birthday, charging for their meals, but donating their tabs to the PNR.
Jonathan Badon Summer Concert Series
These privately-sponsored concerts in the summer of 2005 featured the Prince of Operatic Pop, Jonathan Badon, at a concert at the Smithfield United Church and at subsequent soirees in the tri-state area. The artist donated a substantial portion of his honoraria to the PNR. In the past, Mr. Badon had made generous donations from similar private performances in the tri-state area.
Eddie Mesa Concert
Eddie Mesa, the Elvis Presley of the Philippines performed in a private concert in Pittsburgh at the Manchester Craftsmen's Guild Music Hall on September 23, 2006. A portion of the proceeds was designated as a "Love Gift" for the PNR.
Yankee Candles
This private fund-raiser in the fall of 2006 donated the profit from sales of candles to the PNR.
Compiled by Antoinette Angeles, 2005-2006 President 
04.13.2007
