Below are ways to celebrate the local Filipino American community. These resources are an accessible way to learn about and acknowledge Filipino American Heritage Month.
Check out these local Filipino-Owned Businesses!
Nicholas DeCaro dreams of introducing food from Guam and the Philippines to Spokane. Island Style Food & BBQ's most popular dishes are Island-style noodles and Kalbi Ribs.
Location: 2931 N. Divison St. Spokane, Washington
Nicholas DeCaro, also known as Chef Sin' is the owner and founder of Island Style Food & BBQ
Spokane Foot & Ankle Clinic: Dr. Jacqueline M. Babol owns and founded the Foot & Ankle Clinic, which offers the highest standard of care in podiatry. The clinic's goal is to resolve patients' pain and function issues so that they can live the lives they're accustomed to.
Jacqueline M. Babol is the founder and owner of Spokane Foot & Ankle Clinic
Ancient Lake Acupuncture: Master Rho Zaragoza is a registered nurse specializing in critical care and trauma who is licensed to practice acupuncture. Ancient Lake Acupuncture's top priority is understanding and relieving patients' pain. They are dedicated to providing practical solutions that work.
Master Rho Zaragoza is a registered nurse specializing in critical care and trauma who is licensed to practice acupuncture.
Ever's Wedding And Events: At Ever's Wedding And Events, they strongly believe that each dream wedding and event should be unique and unforgettable. Their staff will collaborate with clients to design an event that perfectly suits clients' needs and preferences.
Ever Nyberg is the owner of Ever's Wedding And Events and is a Certified Wedding Planner & Designer
MemoryKeeper Photography by Maricel Deere: Maricel Deere is a local Filipina photographer specializing in family portraits, senior photos, engagements, special events, kid portraits, maternity photoshoots, and landscape photography.
Keep up with FASU-related events by following their Instagram page: @gu.fa
In spring 2026 FASU will be hosting a Barrio Festival. Stay tuned for more details!
Check out the Gonzaga University Events page for Filipino American History Month-related events occurring on campus: Gu Events Page
Watch out for more Filipino American History Month-related events on UMEC's website: GU UMEC Website
Visit the Zagtivities page for student-led events on Filipino American History Month: GU Zagtivities Page
Filipino-American Association of the Inland Empire: On June 12, 1987, the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire was registered, certified, and incorporated as a non-profit organization by the Secretary of State in Washington State. There were approximately 40 to 50 Filipino members in the first few years. FAAIE's mission is to preserve and promote Filipino culture and heritage in the Spokane community.
Filipino American Northwest Association: Founded in 2018 by Jacqueline Babo, the Filipino American Northwest Association is a non-profit serving Spokane, Coeur d'Alene, and surrounding areas. FANA's mission is to unite Filipino Americans in the Inland Northwest by celebrating their culture, fostering community, and promoting diversity.
It is important to implement anti-racist practices and ideologies into our daily lives. Here on the Gonzaga campus, we make it one of our priorities to promote anti-racist learning and education that protects the rights of all people in our community.
Learn more about our campus's commitment to solidarity by familiarizing yourself with GU's anti-racist resources.
Charity Bagatsing: Publisher, event organizer and Asian immigrant historian
In 1991, Charity Bagatsing came to Spokane from Manila, Philippines at age 21. The historical work she helped uncover focused on themes of migration, labor, and community. She helped showcase how Asian immigrants "provided the muscle that helped to develop the region" of the Pacific Northwest, filling a key labor need.
Artist and former educator Gatieh Nacario has created murals and other artworks celebrating both his Filipino heritage and his new Spokane home. Notable works include a mural in the Garland District Art Alley.
Ben Cabildo, who immigrated from the Philippines and now lives in Spokane, co-founded the Multi-Ethnic Business Association (MEBA) to help minority business owners start and expand their businesses. He drew on his experience of having started three small businesses as a child in the Philippines. He has been recognized by Spokane Leadership with the Alumni Lifetime Achievement Award.
Spokane's United We Stand hosted in honor of Filipino American Month a celebration and open house. Hosted in Liberty Lake the festival ocurred October 18, 2025.