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Whether you're a first-generation immigrant who journeyed here from the Philippines, a second-generation Filipino-American born and raised in the U.S., or like me—a 1.5‑generation Filipino—you belong here.  LA.pinoybuilt.com is a space for all of us to celebrate our roots , share our stories , and build community . 📣 Calling All Filipino-Americans 🇵🇭 Whether you're a first-generation immigrant who journeyed here from the Philippines, a second-generation Filipino-American born and raised in the U.S., or like me—a 1.5‑generation Filipino —you belong here. PinoyBuilt is a space for all of us to celebrate our roots, share our stories, and build community. 🌟 Words That Inspire “I’m Olivia Rodrigo. I’m a Filipina, I’m a lumpia fan, I’m a daughter, a granddaughter and a great‑granddaughter.” “I wanna say proud Pinoy ako, my Tagalog isn't so good, but I'm working on it.”  — Olivia Rodrigo ...

"Do not let pain make you hate. Do not let the bitterness steal your sweetness. Take pride that even though the rest of the world may disagree, you still believe it to be a beautiful place.” Kurt Vonnegut "Be soft. Do not let the world make you hard. Do not let pain make you hate. Do not let the bitterness steal your sweetness. Take pride that even though the rest of the world may disagree, you still believe it to be a beautiful place.” Kurt Vonnegut Photograph: Edie Vonnegut/AP pic.twitter.com/2wfrgmGNjR — Pearl Annie (@with_love_pearl) April 15, 2025   Join us & help build this Los Angeles Filipino-American community. Please leave a comment, and  click to follow our website   LA .pinoybuilt.com. Click on a tag below to browse.

June is recognized as Immigrant Heritage Month in the United States, a time to celebrate the contributions and diverse backgrounds of immigrants. This month-long observance, established in 2014, aims to foster understanding and appreciation for the immigrant experience and the positive impact immigrants have on American society. It's a chance to acknowledge the rich tapestry of cultures and stories that immigrants bring to the nation.   More than half of Los Angeles is comprised of immigrants, which is why the city found it fitting to honor them in a special way. Steve Angeles tells us how the City of Angels has dedicated the month of June for its foreign-born residents. While the Trump Administration attacks immigrant families, we fight for the dignity they deserve and the shared prosperity they create. This Immigrant Heritage Month, we celebrate those who boldly choose and strengthen the California Dream. - Gavin Newsom While the Trump Administration attacks immigrant fa...

"Here in America, there are no kings." Rep. Stansbury: “Here in America, there are no kings, and we reject people who believe they are…Two-thirds of Americans, according to the polling yesterday, are opposed to what Donald Trump is doing with both immigration and the deployment of the military in our communities. Here in America, there are no kings. ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/QyXQG7fnPU — Rep. Melanie Stansbury (@Rep_Stansbury) June 12, 2025 Rep. Stansbury: “Here in America, there are no kings, and we reject people who believe they are…Two-thirds of Americans, according to the polling yesterday, are opposed to what Donald Trump is doing with both immigration and the deployment of the military in our communities.… pic.twitter.com/2KrGmuvoPL — The Bulwark (@BulwarkOnline) June 12, 2025 Join us & help build a Fil-Am online community. Please leave a comment, and  click to follow our website   LA .pinoybuilt.com. Join one of our sites in California: Los Angeles , Sacramento...

Time to Change the Training | Russell Ellis | TEDxSUNYGeneseo "One of the most revealing and honest TED talks I've seen." -- Ike Berenguer Thank you Ike for sharing. Russell Ellis was raised in the mountains of North Carolina where racism was “so casual it was culture”. Now he is a “reformed racist” who aims to teach other white people how to deconstruct their own racism. Listen to this powerful speech in which he talks about his childhood, the cycle of white supremacy, and what white people can do to “BREAK THE CYCLE”! Russell Ellis was raised in the mountains of North Carolina where racism was “so casual it was culture”. Now he is a “reformed racist” who aims to teach other white people how to deconstruct their own racism. Listen to this powerful speech in which he talks about his childhood, the cycle of white supremacy and what white people can do to “BREAK THE CYCLE”! This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by ...

Congratulations Miss Quezon Province Ahtisa Manalo May 2, 2025. Mall of Asia Arena.  AND THAT'S ✨ COMPOSURE ✨ Showing true poise under pressure, Miss Quezon Province Ahtisa Manalo gracefully recovered from a fall during the Miss Universe Philippines 2025 evening gown competition on Friday. #MUPH2025TheCoronation (Screenshots/Empire PH) pic.twitter.com/M0OnmIlYLu — The Philippine Star (@PhilippineStar) May 2, 2025 PHILIPPINES, MEET YOUR NEW QUEEN! Ma. Ahtisa Manalo of Quezon Province is the new Miss Universe Philippines 2025! pic.twitter.com/hjcl7nZuTo — GMA Integrated News (@gmanews) May 2, 2025 AHTISA MANALO IS MISS UNIVERSE PHILIPPINES 2025! Ahtisa Manalo of Quezon Province was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025 during the pageant's coronation night at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay on Friday. pic.twitter.com/6amHZZ20ju — The Philippine Star (@PhilippineStar) May 2, 2025 Join the #FilipinoAmerican conversation. Comment below. #PinoyPrid...

NOW STREAMING: Miss Universe Philippines 2025 The Coronation May 2, 2025. SM Mall of Asia Arena. Join the #FilipinoAmerican conversation. Comment below. #PinoyPride #Filipino Click to follow this website . Like our Facebook Page Pinoy Built . Thank you. Salamat po.

Who will win Miss Universe Philippines 2025? WHO WILL WIN THE CROWN? 👑 From sixty-six candidates, here are the Top 6 delegates vying for the crown as the next Miss Universe Philippines 2025. #MUPH2025 Related stories: https://t.co/P3VzGaLLXa pic.twitter.com/gOUHWIsEDQ — Interaksyon (@interaksyon) May 2, 2025 Join us & help build a Fil-Am online community. Please leave a comment, and  click to follow our website   LA .pinoybuilt.com. Join one of our sites in California: Los Angeles , Sacramento ,  San Diego , San Francisco ,  San Jose  or Vallejo . Click on a tag below to browse.

At least 11 dead in Vancouver car ramming attack, police say | REUTERS At least 11 people were killed and dozens injured when a man with a history of mental health issues rammed an SUV through a crowd at a Filipino community festival in the Canadian city of Vancouver, police said. The apparent vehicle from the Lapu Lapu tragedy in Vancouver where the SUV drove into a crowd of people. The Filipino community is one of the warmest, kindest communities ….Whats nut job would this? #LapuLapuDay #LapuLapuFestival #lapulapu pic.twitter.com/Np756KVKGY — K13 News (@K13News) April 27, 2025

A few important years in Filipino American History 1587 – First Filipino Arrival in the U.S. Filipino sailors known as “Luzones Indios” landed in Morro Bay, California aboard a Spanish galleon—making them the first Asians to arrive in North America. 1763 – First Filipino Settlement in the U.S. Filipino deserters from Spanish ships established a small settlement in Saint Malo, Louisiana, the first known Filipino American community. 1906 – Sakadas Arrive in Hawaii The first wave of Filipino migrant workers (sakadas) arrived in Hawaii to work on sugar plantations under U.S. colonial rule. 1924 – Filipino Labor Strike in California Filipino workers led major labor strikes, particularly in California's agricultural fields, fighting for better wages and conditions. 1934 – Tydings-McDuffie Act Passed Reclassified Filipinos from U.S. nationals to aliens, drastically limiting immigration and laying groundwork for Philippine independence. 1941–1945 – Fili...

February 28: 12 AM - 11:59 PM Invest In Our Communities, Not Billionaires! Don't spend any money at big corporations. No gas. No fast food. No big-box stores (Target, Walmart, Amazon, etc). ONLY buy from small, LOCAL family-owned businesses and USE CASH.

Early Veterans Day celebrations underway across SoCal Veterans Day celebrations were already underway on Saturday, with community members gathering in Riverside, East Los Angeles and Long Beach amongst the many other places hosting early events.

Manigong Bagong Taon! Happy New Year, LA!  Here's a photo I took of the mural at Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA. 📷 Please click to follow our website/blog LA.pinoybuilt.com Rideback Ranch “Welcome to HiFi” Mural and Larry Itliong Utility Box Address: 1660 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90026 Since first calling Historic Filipinotown home in 2018, Rideback Ranch has been a thoughtful and engaging neighbor. One of their contributions to the neighborhood was the painting of the “Welcome to HiFi” mural on the western side of their campus. The mural, filled with a beautiful array of colors, lego characters, and designs using Baybayin, the pre-colonial script of the Philippines, was a collaborative project headed by artist James Ame with contributions by Filipino American artist Kristian Kabuay. Along Beverly Boulevard also sits a utility box with a painting of Filipino American labor leader, Larry Itliong.  

West Covina | Los Angeles | Chino Hills Join us in celebrating the vibrant Filipino American community celebration at FAHM Mania 3. Immerse yourself in cultural performances, delicious cuisine and more.  

Balitang America Amid the rise of attacks against Asian Americans, the Asian community in Los Angeles gathers to remember the victims of both recent and past crimes. The rally comes as some families assert that the violence is nothing new. Steve Angeles reports. Salamat po! Thanks for stopping by. Please drop us a comment below in the comment box at the bottom. Join us and help create the #1 Fil-Am website in California, if not the USA. Pls follow our social media accounts: www.instagram.com/pinoy.built www.youtube.com/@pinoybuilt www.fb.com/pinoybuilt www.fb.com/jonjo