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FILIPINO AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION AND OUTREACH SERVICES

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501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

 Give us a call 702-802-8159 

FILIPINO AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION AND OUTREACH SERVICES

FILIPINO AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION AND OUTREACH SERVICES FILIPINO AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION AND OUTREACH SERVICES FILIPINO AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION AND OUTREACH SERVICES FILIPINO AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION AND OUTREACH SERVICES


501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

 Give us a call 702-802-8159 

FILIPINO AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION OUTREACH SERVICES

Welcome to FASFOS.com!

Founder: Minerva Honkala

Video of FASFOS Founder Minerva Honkala

Minerva MP Honkala Awardee Amerika Prestige Awards

Video

WHAT IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION

Our Story in Pictures: FASFOS's Journey to Make a Difference

About FASFOS

Our History

FASFOS was founded in Duluth, Minnesota, 

in August 2001 by Minerva Honkala, now a 

retired grade school teacher and guidance counselor of 45 years. FASFOS, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, as defined by the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) and operated in conformity with Chapter 309 of the Minnesota Statutes,

generally referred to as the Minnesota Charitable Act, until it was reorganized in Las Vegas, NV in

October 2012, in conformity with Chapter 82 of the Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS), as amended. 

FASFOS celebrates its 13th year of service to the Las Vegas community.


If you wish to get involved or wish to

donate to any of our programs, please connect with us through e-mail MinervaHonkala@yahoo.com 

Your Donations are Tax Deductible

Donations to FASFOS may be tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. EIN: 41-2014535


501 (c) (3) Nonprofit Organization

OUR PROGRAMS

BACK TO SCHOOL BACKPACK DRIVE

BACK TO SCHOOL BACKPACK DRIVE

BACK TO SCHOOL BACKPACK DRIVE

With the help of the community, FASFOS collects backpacks and other school supplies to benefit the students in low-income households especially homeless students. Some of the beneficiaries of this program in thepast were William K. Moore Elementary School and the Clark County School District Title I HOPE (Homeless Outreach Program for Education.)

FREE INCOME TAX PREPARATION

BACK TO SCHOOL BACKPACK DRIVE

BACK TO SCHOOL BACKPACK DRIVE

In collaboration with the Internal  Revenue Service Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program, FASFOS provides free income tax preparation to low-income taxpayers and senior citizens. FASFOS serves between 300 to 500 taxpayers each tax year.

LAS VEGAS FILIPINO SHORT FILM FESTIVAL (LVFsFF)

LAS VEGAS FILIPINO SHORT FILM FESTIVAL (LVFsFF)

LAS VEGAS FILIPINO SHORT FILM FESTIVAL (LVFsFF)

2022 sees launching of LVFsFF which spotlights the many talented Filipino filmmakers and artists from around the world with the proceeds from the event going towards the good works of FASFOS. This will be an annual event every October of each year to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada.

LAS VEGAS FILIPINO SHORT FILM FESTIVAL (LVFsFF)

LAS VEGAS FILIPINO SHORT FILM FESTIVAL (LVFsFF)

THE FASFOS T.E.A.M.

Together Everyone Achieves More!

ADOPT-A-SCHOOL PROGRAM

PATH TO HOME OWNERSHIP PROGRAM

ADOPT-A-SCHOOL PROGRAM

  

After a super typhoon devastated the

Philippines, FASFOS adopted the

Pedro E. Candido Memorial National

High School in Hernani, Eastern Samar, Philippines to provide school supplies, laptop computers, and one year of internet service that helped more than 1,200 students and teachers. The goal of this program is to assist schools after calamities and other special projects.

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

PATH TO HOME OWNERSHIP PROGRAM

ADOPT-A-SCHOOL PROGRAM

  

FASFOS awards scholarships to

graduating high school students

of the CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL

DISTRICT. Our first scholarship was awarded in 2015 to four outstanding students who attended the University of Nevada Reno, Azusa Pacific University and Brigham Young University.

PATH TO HOME OWNERSHIP PROGRAM

PATH TO HOME OWNERSHIP PROGRAM

  

This is FASFOS' new program 

which can greatly help our citizens 

in Nevada particularly in Las Vegas. 

Our real estate and mortgage professionals are committed to helping homebuyers make the right choices by leading them the right path. Attend a one-hour class to learn about the market and the mortgage process. Connect with our team. And, you are on the path to home ownership.

MISSION

  

To promote the spirit of sharing, giving and providing educational resources, charitable outreach services, academic scholarships and awareness to the communities in Southern Nevada and adopted communities outside of Nevada.

VISION

  "BETTER PEOPLE, 

BETTER TOMORROW."

MOTTO

 "LIVE, LOVE, GIVE"

LIVE with faith.

LOVE with compassion.

GIVE with commitment.

ANNOUNCEMENT

2026 FASFOS SCHOLARSHIP


Eligibility Requirements:


1. Graduating High School students in CCSD, Las Vegas, NV


2. 3.0 or higher GPA


3. Copy of current transcript with Official seal


4. Up to 3 community services volunteer experience


5. Submit a 200 word Bio-Data


6. 2 X 2 picture (latest)


7. 2 letter recommendation letters from a teacher, an administrator or a community leader


8. Parents' income must be $70,000/year or below (latest ITR)


9. 1 page, letter of intention, why you are interested in applying with FASFOS. Include complete name, birthdate, parents, 

address, email, cell phone.


10. Please complete papers and place in a brown envelope.


DEADLINE: February 9, 2026 (postmarked)

Submit all requirements by mail: 

Minerva Honkala 8007 W. Sahara Ave U114 Las Vegas, NV 


NOTE: All applicants will be notified about any                                              results regarding this matter. (by phone or email)





CONGRATULATIONS FASFOS SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS


2015 - 2016

Patrick Gomez - West Career and Technical Academy

Kimberly Mendoza - Coronado High School

gabriel Guerrero - Clarck High School

Cami Morata - Legacy High School


2016 - 2017

Patrick Gomez - University of Reno, NV

Hannah D. Morata - University of Nevada Las Vegas

Kinberly Mendoza - Azusa Pacific University

Ivanrey Barlongo - University of Nevada Las Vegas

Abegail Vicario - University of Nevada Las Vegas


2022 - 2023

Ethan Morata - Centennial High School, BYU Idaho

Kaeli Britt - Green Valley High School, UNR

Jordan Gamboa - Durango High School, UNLV

Lesli Gomez - Las Vegas High School, UNR

Jaelynn Ciballos - Equip Academy, UNR


2025 - 2026

Shanel Heart Casiple - Durando High School

Leila Gabrielle Ampac - Durango High School

Ashley Camille Ganigan - Durango High School


2026 - 2027

Jayla Eve Flowers - Green Valley High School

Gilliane Aerich S. Cerrado - Boulder High School

hanna Cassidy Maralit - Desert Oasis High School

Maverick Aaron M. Santos - Rancho High School

Zithandra Rosabelle P. Enriquez - Ed Clark High School

Images of Impact: The Work of FASFOS.com in Photos

FASFOS Board and officers' meeting in preparation for the 

March 8 Inauguration and Induction of Officers

FASFOS Free Income Tax Preparation Volunteers

FASFOS Induction of Officers Dinner-Dance and Awards Night

Thanks For Your Donations! We Appreciate Your Generosity

Supporting FASFOS.com Means Supporting Your Community

 

DONORS’ LIST

  1. Maria Luz Aglipay (LV)
  2. Ryan & Marie Anderson (MN) 
  3. Dr. Gamaliel Batalla (OH & PHIL)
  4. Edgardo Berdiago (LV)
  5. Aileen Beredo (CA)
  6. Rosabelle & Aldy Calbay (LV)
  7. Evelina Cavett (CA)
  8. Century 21 Americana, Rachel Adriano (LV)
  9. Eric Cruz (CA)
  10. Florian Daniel (CA)
  11. Roger Douglas (LV)
  12. German Eusebio (CA/NV)
  13. Angelita Fenstermaker (MT)
  14. Vicente Froilan (CA)
  15. Jackie Green (LV)
  16. Minerva MP Honkala (LV) 
  17. Chris Hyepock (LV) 
  18. Merlinda Ines (CA)
  19. Tony & Adelina Lopez (LV)
  20. Manolito Pangilinan (LV)
  21. Wendy Pham (Trend Beauty Salon, LV)
  22. Ohmar & Portia Picache (Henderson)
  23. Ohrlan & Dr. Myra Picache (LV)
  24. Ohskar & Johanne Picache (LV)
  25. Owen & Ching Picache (Munich, Germany)
  26. Leopoldo Reyes & Maria Reyes (LV)
  27. Kenneth & Rosemarie Richardson (LV)
  28. Rommel & Maricel Ruzol (LV)
  29. Christine Small (LV)
  30. Southern NV Inspectors (LV) 
  31. Speakers & Leaders of Summerlin ™ Club (LV) 
  32. HouseMasters Home Inspectors (LV)
  33. Allan Stamm (LV)
  34. Ticor Title of Nevada, (LV)
  35. Jacqueline Green (CA)
  36. Meriam Gulmatico (CA)
  37. Macrina Crockett (LV)
  38. Neri Weisman (LV)
  39. Cristina Francisco Scoble, Realtor (LV)
  40. Sally David & Sisters (LV)
  41. Maria Victoria Visoky (LV)
  42. AHERUSA c/o Flor Rodriquez (LV)
  43. Jayvee Baligad (LV)

Become a Donor

As a sponsor of FASFOS.com, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of those we serve. Your support will help us to expand our programs and services, reach more people in need, and make a lasting difference in the community. Contact us today to learn more about becoming a sponsor.

On March 8 Our Inauguration and Induction of Officers was a huge success!


We awarded scholarships to five high school students that evening. We were also inspired by the encouraging words of our guest speaker, CCSD Superintendent Jhone Ebert.


Thank you to all our guests, friends, and supporters for your generous support.


FASFOS will continue working on projects that support our community, and we look forward to a fruitful year ahead!

FASFOS Induction of Officers, Awards & Dinner Dance Night

Contact Us

Contact Us

BETTER PEOPLE, BETTER TOMORROW.

www.FASFOS.com

2979 Jacaranda Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89117

702-802-8159

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