The Filipino American Founders and Funders Alliance of Washington (FAFFAW) was born from a simple yet powerful idea: Filipinos deserve a seat at the table — not just in the room.
As Filipino Americans rise in numbers across tech, finance, healthcare, and social innovation, FAFFAW serves as a community that connects founders, investors, creators, and changemakers. We are here not only to celebrate Filipino ingenuity but to support it, fund it, and amplify it.
“We are not just building businesses — we are building legacies.”
— FAFFAW Core Team
What We Stand For:
Representation: Elevating the voices of Filipino Americans in the startup and business ecosystem.
Connection: Creating safe spaces for mentorship, collaboration, and resource sharing.
Funding & Access: Bridging the gap between underrepresented founders and funding opportunities.
Growth: Empowering members through workshops, pitch nights, and curated networking events.
Why Now?
There’s never been a better time to uplift and support the growing wave of Filipino-owned businesses and startups. In a post-pandemic world where diversity and resilience matter more than ever, FAFFAW aims to rewrite the narrative — from underrepresented to undeniable.
Whether you’re a tech founder, small business owner, aspiring angel investor, or community builder, there’s a place for you in FAFFAW.
What’s Next?
Stay tuned for:
Meetups and Mixers in Seattle and beyond
Founder Spotlights featuring inspiring Filipino-led startups
Investor Circles and micro-grant opportunities
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Together, we rise.