What does it mean to represent a district like ours? That question ran through our Meet & Greet at Purple Dough on September 30th, where families, small business owners, students, community organizers, and constituents joined Fil-Am Dems for a conversation with Patrick Martinez, who is running to succeed Assemblymember Steven Raga.

On Saturday, March 7, the Filipino American Democratic Club of New York (FADCNY) held its third annual Sosyal at Kora, the cult-favorite Filipino bakery in Sunnyside, Queens. The night drew more than 60 community members — longtime supporters, new faces, and allies across generations — gathered in the heart of the district that Assemblymember Steven Raga, one of FADCNY's co-founders, is running to represent in the State Senate. The Sosyal serves as the club's annual fundraiser, with proceeds supporting FADCNY and Raga's campaign, and brought the community together ahead of a critical June primary and in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month.

Assemblymember Steven Raga became the first Filipino American elected to the New York State Legislature. As he explores a run for State Senate, we stand proudly in his corner and are prepared to engage our community.

The Filipino American Democratic Club of New York stands in unwavering solidarity with nearly 15,000 nurses across New York City who are on strike to protect patient and nurse safety.

Council Member Julie Won, Assemblymember Harvey Epstein, and State Senator Brian Kavanagh joined community members for FADCNY’s Filipino Americans for NYC’s Future — a celebration of Filipino American History Month and the growing political power of Filipino Americans in New York. The night also unveiled FADCNY’s refreshed branding and renewed mission.

We stand with her and with all who refuse to let political power override the rule of law.

It’s never been more important to know who you are and what you stand for. That’s why the Filipino American Democratic Club of New York is stepping into this election season with a renewed purpose—guided by a refreshed mission, vision, and values, and represented by a bold new brand identity.

The Filipino American Democratic Club of New York (FADCNY) celebrates the success of its endorsed candidates in the 2025 Democratic Primary, most notably Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani, who with a commanding lead is the presumptive winner of the Democratic nomination for New York City Mayor. His campaign energized voters across the city and delivered a decisive victory, including in Filipino American neighborhoods like Woodside, Queens, home to Little Manila and the largest concentration of Filipinos in New York City. With Asian Americans now the fastest-growing voting bloc in New York City, Mamdani’s win underscores the power of connecting to all voters, particularly in immigrant and working-class communities.

The Filipino American Democratic Club of New York (FADCNY) is proud to announce its first-ever slate of political endorsements, marking a milestone moment for Filipino American political representation in New York City. This inaugural slate highlights candidates who reflect the diversity, values, and priorities of Filipino Americans across the five boroughs — including immigrant rights, language access, public safety, affordable housing, labor protections, healthcare access, education, and small business support.

The Filipino American Democratic Club of New York (FADCNY), in partnership with Filipino Americans for Harris Walz (FAFHW) and Taiwanese Americans for Progress, raised over $14,000 at an inspiring fundraising concert held on Friday. The event, hosted at the Upper East Side home of Loida Nicolas Lewis, a trailblazing lawyer, philanthropist, and pillar of the Filipino American community, brought together attendees across both in-person and virtual platforms. The funds raised, driven by small-dollar grassroots donations, will support the re-election campaigns of New York State Assemblymember Steven Raga, State Senator Iwen Chu, and FADCNY and FAFHW’s critical efforts to mobilize members and volunteers for key voter outreach activities locally and nationally.

On Sunday, July 14th, 2024, the Filipino American Democratic Club of New York (FADCNY) hosted its ‘Summer Sosyal’ event at 87 Ludlow, uniting community members, leaders, and elected officials in preparation for the 2024 General Elections. The gathering highlighted the community’s collective commitment to mobilize ahead of the elections. The elected officials present included State Senators John Liu and Brian Kavanagh, along with Assemblymembers Harvey Epstein and Steven Raga, who is the first Filipino American elected to legislative office in New York State.

Thanks to the leadership of U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens), the National Federation of Filipino American Associations New York Chapter (NaFFAA NY) has secured a historic $1.6 million in Federal Community Project Funding to establish a multicultural community center in Woodside, Queens, the heart of the Filipino American community in New York. This marks the awarding of the largest federal grant to a Filipino organization in New York State.

FADCNY celebrated a milestone with its inaugural holiday party, they were joined by Fil-Am community leaders as well as NYS Senate Deputy Majority Leader Michael Gianaris, State Senator John Liu, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr., Council Member Julie Won, Council Member Shekar Krishnan, Council Member Linda Lee, Council Member Lynn Schulman, and District Leader Melissa Sklarz.

Following a rebuilding phase, we're thrilled to present our core organizers who will be spearheading initiatives for Filipino Democrats all throughout New York State.