About Baguio Fil-Am

Baguio Fil-Am of Tidewater was formed as a non-profit, social, charitable organization to establish rapport with civic communities in the Tidewater area and especially to promote and preserve the unique tradition and culture of the place.

History

The formation of Baguio Fil-Am Tidewater was initiated by Willie Austria on July 27, 1985. Together with Jun Sandoval they were able to gather 10 families who were originally from Baguio and the Mt. Provinces for a picnic at Princess Anne Park in Virginia Beach, VA on August 5, 1985. This gathering led to the organization of Baguio Fil-Am and the election of interim officers and subsequently annual elections of officers.

Associations

Baguio Fil-Am has joined the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) and our members now enjoy the benefits of membership with this excellent organization.