Ph Consulate Joins Philippine International Aid’s “Giving Hope To The Children 2025” Fundraiser In San Francisco
Mr. James Lim, President of the Philippine International Aid delivers remarks during the PIA “Giving Hope to the Children 2025” (San Francisco PCG photo)
SAN FRANCISCO, 25 NOVEMBER 2025 — The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco attended the Philippine International Aid (PIA) “Giving Hope to the Children 2025” fundraising event held on 23 November 2025 at The Theatre of the Marines’ Memorial Club and Hotel in San Francisco. The event also served as the group’s 39th Anniversary celebration.
Consul Rowena Pangilinan-Daquipil, together with Vice Consuls Hannah Go and Glaiza Quarteros, represented the Consulate at the annual gathering. The event continues to be one of the most well-attended and anticipated charitable initiatives in the Filipino American community, reflecting the enduring commitment of FilAms to uplifting underprivileged children in the Philippines.
This year’s fundraising highlighted PIA’s flagship initiative, the “Off the Streets, Off to School Program,” which supports the education of underprivileged Filipino children. PIA also presented scholarships to Filipino American students under its newly established U.S. scholarship program, expanding the organization’s efforts to empower youth on both sides of the Pacific.
The program likewise featured the documentary “Along Comes Larry, The Larry Ramos Story,” chronicling the life of Larry Ramos, the first Asian and Filipino American to win a Grammy as a member of The Association, a renowned Los Angeles-based pop band formed in 1965.
A panel discussion moderated by Mr. Lloyd Lacuesta followed the screening. The panel included the film’s director Rick Quan, Del Ramos (Larry Ramos’ brother and later member of The Association), and Jules Alexander, a founding member of the band. The speakers emphasized Larry Ramos’ pioneering role in opening doors for other Filipino and Asian American artists in the U.S. music industry. Quan highlighted that the documentary seeks to bring long-overdue recognition to Ramos’ legacy, noting that even in Hawaii—where Ramos grew up—many remain unaware of his groundbreaking contributions.
The event concluded with a nostalgic performance by members of The Association, who delighted the audience with iconic hits such as “Cherish,” “Along Came Mary,” and “Never My Love.” Many attendees warmly welcomed the tribute, reflecting on the band’s influence during the late 1960s.
The Consulate commends the Philippine International Aid for their continued dedication to supporting the educational needs of Filipino children and for mobilizing the generosity of the Filipino American community. The event once again demonstrated the profound impact of collective action and the spirit of bayanihan in transforming young lives. END
Mr. Lloyd Lacuesta introduces the documentary “Along Comes Larry, The Larry Ramos Story,” chronicling the life of Larry Ramos, the first Asian and Filipino American to win a Grammy as a member of The Association, a renowned Los Angeles-based pop band formed in 1965. (San Francisco PCG photo)
A panel discussion was featured following the documentary, and was moderated by Mr. Lloyd Lacuesta. The panelists included the film’s director Rick Quan, Jules Alexander (a founding member of the sunshine pop band Association), and Del Ramos (Larry Ramos’ brother and later member of The Association).