FAAN Reno - Filipino American Alliance of Nevada

06/04/2026

🦶 Sipa Challenge

A classic Filipino game that takes skill, control, and precision.

Think you have what it takes to outlast the competition?

Put your Sipa skills to the test and help your team earn valuable points toward the Kalayaan Day 2026 Overall Team Champion title.

Who's your team's Sipa Master?

06/04/2026

🎯 Sungka Challenge

A beloved Filipino game of strategy, focus, and skill.

Think you have what it takes to outsmart the competition?

Put your Sungka skills to the test and help your team earn valuable points toward the Kalayaan Day 2026 Overall Team Champion title.

Who's your team's Sungka Master?

06/04/2026

Does Your Team Have What It Takes?

Build your team, bring your best, and compete for the title of Kalayaan Day 2026 Overall Team Champion.

Will your team take home the title — and the $500 grand prize?

06/03/2026

Thank You!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by the FAAN Reno booth at the AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration this past Saturday.

It was wonderful connecting with familiar faces, meeting new friends, and visiting with members of our community from Reno, Northern Nevada, and beyond.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to learn more about Kalayaan Day 2026 and to those who purchased raffle tickets in support of our upcoming celebration. Your support and encouragement mean so much to us.

We are grateful to the event organizers and everyone who helped make the celebration such a success.

We look forward to seeing you again at Kalayaan Day 2026 on June 27.

Maraming salamat!

05/30/2026

Wen are now here! Come and join us!

05/30/2026

The wait is over… our Kalayaan Day 2026 Grand Raffle tickets are officially launching!

One lucky winner will receive a
*ROUND-TRIP TICKET TO THE PHILIPPINES! 🇵🇭

Raffle tickets are $5 each

Tickets will officially be available starting this Saturday, May 30 at the FAAN Reno booth during the AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration in Reno.

We’re excited to share this special raffle with our community as part of Kalayaan Day 2026 happening on June 27, 2026.

Thank you for supporting FAAN and helping us continue bringing our Filipino community together through cultural celebrations, community programs, and events like Kalayaan Day.

Stop by our booth this Saturday, say hi, and grab your tickets!

Good luck, kababayan! 🇵🇭❤️

*Terms and conditions apply*

A FREE round-trip ticket to the Philippines could be yours! ✈️
Details to follow -> Tag your kabarkada, kapamilya, kapuso, kapatid, ka-ibigan, kaibigan, atbp!
Make sure you’re at the event - June 27, 2026!

05/29/2026

Join us this Saturday!

FAAN Reno is excited to be part of the AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration at the McKinley Arts & Culture Center!

Come by the FAAN booth, say hi, and celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with our community.

We’d love to connect with you, our fellow kababayans and share more about our upcoming Kalayaan Day 2026 event happening on June 27, 2026.

We may even have a few surprise giveaways waiting at our booth for y'all 😘😉

See you there!

05/26/2026

📣 Kababayans — an immigration lawyer will be visiting the FAAN office today.

Atty Vicente Tanierla Cuison will be stopping by the FAAN office TODAY May 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM and will be available to meet with community members.

If you have immigration-related questions or would like to stop by, please call 775-433-1433 first before coming.
Guests with questions are encouraged to arrive before 6:00 PM.

We know this is a last-minute announcement, but we wanted to share in case this may be helpful to you or someone you know.

Please feel free to share with fellow kababayans. Maraming salamat!

05/22/2026

🇵🇭 KALAYAAN DAY 2026 IS MORE THAN JUST A CELEBRATION… IT’S A COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE!

Get ready for a day filled with Filipino culture, fun competitions, teamwork, performances, and exciting prizes as we celebrate Kalayaan Day 2026 together in Reno, Nevada!

This year, we’re encouraging everyone to form teams and represent their barkada, pamilya, organization, church, business, or community group as we bring back the spirit of Bayanihan through friendly competition and cultural pride.

EVENT CATEGORIES INCLUDE:
• Sungka Tournament
• Sack Race
• Message Relay
• Folk Dance Competition
• OPM Karaoke Solo

Teams may consist of 6–10 members, with representatives participating in different categories throughout the event.

Winners in each category will receive prizes, and one team will be crowned the:
KALAYAAN DAY 2026 OVERALL GROUP CHAMPION!

📅 June 27, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 2800 Pioneer Dr, Reno, NV 89509

💵 Registration Fee: $30 per team

To register or submit payment:
> Please email [email protected]
> You may also contact the FAAN Reno office (775-433-1433) for additional information.

Gather your teammates, start planning your strategy, and get ready for an unforgettable celebration of Filipino culture, community, and fun!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms, grandmothers, titas, aunties, and mother figures in our community!

Today, we celebrate your love, strength, sacrifices, and the countless ways you care for your families and those around you. Thank you for being the heart of our homes and communities.

Wishing you all a beautiful day filled with love, joy, and appreciation.