ABOUT PAANC
Our Partners:
Building a Stronger Community Together
Collaborative Excellence in North Carolina Since 1984.
The Philippine American Association of North Carolina Inc. (PAANC) measures success by the strength of our community and the lives we touch. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit EST. 1984, we have dedicated four decades to providing a "home away from home" while delivering tangible support through our four core pillars. From local scholarships to international disaster relief, our impact is felt across generations.
PAANC Partners
NCAAT
PAANC joins forces with North Carolina Asian-Americans Together (NCAAT).
NCAAT is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to supporting equity and justice for all by fostering community among Asian Americans and allies in North Carolina through civic engagement, leadership development, grassroots mobilization and political participation.
PNANC
PAANC partners with the Philippine Nurses Association of North Carolina (PNANC) to support It aims to rally them to take an active role in promoting the advancement of the nursing profession while contributing to the development of a positive nursing image responsive to the metamorphosing health care arena and cognizant of a national nursing shortage that is threatening delivery of quality health care.
PREDA
PAANC takes a stance against human trafficking by supporting People’s Recovery Empowerment Development Assistance Foundation (PREDA), a Philippine human rights social development organization whose mission is to help the most vulnerable people in society and overcome injustice and poverty. PREDA provides direct action for abused children, rescuing them and protecting them.
CARITAS
PHILIPPINES IN THE RELIEF EFFORT
PAANC offers assistance to communities affected by disasters (natural or otherwise) through our partnership with Caritas, which delivers basic necessities and helps in the recovery and rebuilding of devastated communities.
Caritas, Philippines is the social services and development arm of the Archdiocese of Manila.
SFA
ON HUNGER RELIEF MINISTRY
In partnership with St. Francis of Assisi in Raleigh, PAANC Outreach Committee participates in Panera’s Day-End Dough-Nation program through which thousands of pounds of unsold bread and baked goods are donated to those in need in our community and the surrounding areas. Our outreach coordinator recruits and schedules volunteers to pick up and deliver these goods to local food pantries and low-income senior centers weekly.
BAYANIHAN
FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF JACKSONVILLE, NC
PAANC teamed up with the Bayanihan Filipino-American Association of Jacksonville to increase our impact in the Taal recovery efforts after the volcano erupted in January of this year, leaving thousands of villagers displaced and losing their only source of livelihood as farmlands were destroyed.
Interested in Membership?
Be a part of the growing Filipino community in North Carolina and foster meaningful relationships that will last a lifetime, while also staying connected to your Filipino heritage.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions:
Partnering with PAANC
Who can partner with the Philippine American Association of North Carolina?
PAANC welcomes partnerships with local businesses, non-profit organizations, and community groups that align with our 501(c)(3) mission. Whether through event sponsorship, humanitarian collaboration, or cultural exchange, we seek partners who are dedicated to supporting the Filipino-American community in North Carolina.
How does a partnership with PAANC benefit an organization?
Partnering with the Philippine American Association of North Carolina Inc. offers organizations visibility within a highly engaged and growing community. Since we were EST. 1984, we have built a reputation for leadership and cultural authority, providing our partners with a platform to demonstrate their commitment to diversity and social responsibility.
Does PAANC partner with international organizations?
While our primary focus is on serving North Carolina, our Humanitarian pillar often involves partnerships with international relief agencies to provide aid during natural disasters in the Philippines. These collaborations ensure that the support from our local community reaches those in need effectively and transparently.
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