The Filipino-American
Community of Puget Sound

From the farms of Auburn,
to a 75-year hall in Algona.

“Their legacy continues to inspire new generations.”

The Filipino-American Community of Puget Sound formed in the 1920s and 1930s, among the minorities seeking recognition in the United States. What began as a brotherhood of farmers and workers became, over three generations, the organization we are today.

In 1937, The Filipino Brotherhood was founded in Auburn. The war years brought dormancy; revival came in 1944 as the Filipino American Club of Auburn and Vicinity. On July 4, 1946, with the Philippines newly independent, three Filipino clubs formed an alliance — the United Filipino Communities — to lead the Filipino participation in Seattle's Independence Day parade.

On May 7, 1950, that alliance became the Filipino and American Community of Puget Sound. We have been active, without interruption, ever since. The hall you see today stands on land the community has worked, lost, negotiated for, and rebuilt — a testimony to the enduring spirit of unity, perseverance, and the shared hope that built it.

1. 1937

   “The Filipino Brotherhood” founded in Auburn, Washington.
2. 1941

   With World War II, members joined the military or focused on farming. The club entered a period of dormancy.
3. 1944

   Reestablished as the “Filipino American Club of Auburn and Vicinity,” meeting in members' homes and at the Fraternity Hall in Auburn.
4. July 4, 1946

   The Philippines declares independence. Three Filipino clubs form the “United Filipino Communities” to march in Seattle's parade.
5. December 27, 1947

   Three clubs merge into “The Filipino and American Council of Puget Sound.”
6. February 1950

   Constitution and by-laws ratified. Four acres of land purchased through community effort.
7. May 7, 1950

   The Filipino and American Community of Puget Sound is formally established. Active ever since.
8. 1955

   The First Filipino Community Hall is completed by officers and members. Grand opening.
9. Early 1970s

   The federal government purchases the hall's land for freeway construction. Through negotiation, FACPS is awarded the building itself.
10. June 1974

    Two adjacent acres acquired. Building relocated and reopened — funded entirely by community donations.
11. 2025

    The Diamond Anniversary — 75 years of continuous service. Celebrated with the Pre-New Year's Eve Gala.