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FILIPINO AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION AND OUTREACH SERVICES
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

Give us a call 702-802-8159
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

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Founder: Minerva Honkala
Minerva MP Honkala Awardee Amerika Prestige Awards
WHAT IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION

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
Donations to FASFOS may be tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. EIN: 41-2014535
501 (c) (3) Nonprofit Organization

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.)

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.

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.

THE FASFOS T.E.A.M.
Together Everyone Achieves More!

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.

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.

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.

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.

"BETTER PEOPLE,
BETTER TOMORROW."

"LIVE, LOVE, GIVE"
LIVE with faith.
LOVE with compassion.
GIVE with commitment.
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)

FASFOS Board and officers' meeting in preparation for the
March 8 Inauguration and Induction of Officers

FASFOS Free Income Tax Preparation Volunteers


DONORS’ LIST
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.
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