May 19 | An Immigrant’s Memoir: From Manila to Wall Street
The US-Philippines Society invites you to a Washington DC Book Launch of a Memoir “From Manila to Wall Street, An Immigrant’s Journey with America’s First Black Tycoon,” is about one man’s fight for the American dream, lost love, and a saga of American business at the end of the century …
Celebrating the Life of Ambassador Richard W. Murphy
Celebrating the Life of Ambassador Richard W. Murphy (July 29, 1929- November 22, 2024) In memory of Ambassador Richard W. Murphy, the US-Philippines Society shares special tributes including remarks at the Celebration of his Life ceremony held on March 1, 2025 at the St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, Washington, DC. A …
In Memoriam | Ambassador Frank G. Wisner (July 2, 1938- February 24, 2025)
The US-Philippines Society joins Frank Wisner’s many friends and colleagues in America and the Philippines who remember his distinguished service as ambassador (1991-92) and steadfast engagement in the decades that followed as an influential advocate for strong and mutually productive relations between the United States and the Philippines. Those who …
Medical Assistance for Southern Mindanao
Over three thousand patients received free medical treatment and dental care provided by volunteers of the Medical Mission of Mercy USA during its 22nd annual medical mission in early February of this year. In hospitals and site facilities located in General Santos City and Lake Sebu, doctors and dentists performed …
Recommended Books
Often underreported in American history are significant events that forge a future path for U.S. and Philippine relations. In 2023, US-Philippines Society programs highlighted two highly informative historical books with American perspectives on U.S. foreign policy, focusing on key figures and groups at the turn of the century. “Bounden Duty” …
Tenth Anniversary of Typhoon Haiyan: Remembrance, Recovery, and Resilience
Ten years ago the Philippines was struck by Typhoon Haiyan, the most powerful storm to make landfall in recorded history. Haiyan wreaked destruction across a broad swath of the central Visayas, displacing families and severely damaging businesses, ports, infrastructure, agricultural lands, churches and public facilities. More than 6,000 perished and …
In Memoriam | Noel “Sonny” Izon
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Noel “Sonny” Izon, age 76, in Milan Italy, a place he loved to visit. His wife, Kathryn, and family members were with him in the hospital where he received care after a massive heart attack. Sonny …
In Memoriam | John David Forbes
The US-Philippines Society sends heartfelt condolences to the Forbes family in their bereavement over the death of Mr. John D. Forbes. John was a valued partner and supporter of the US-Philippines Society. He was a friend and colleague to many directors and members of the US-Philippines Society. Among his many …
1898: Philippine Declaration of Independence, Geopolitical Currents, and American Expansionism
The US-Philippines Society congratulates the government and people of the Philippines, who mark the 125th anniversary of the declaration of their independence on June 12, 2023. The Society recognizes that from a troubled and complicated historical beginning, a strong and mutually supportive relationship evolved between the Philippines and the United …
In Memorium SFA Albert Del Rosario Sr
In Memoriam Albert F. del Rosario, Sr. November 14, 1939 – April 18, 2023 The US-Philippines Society joins the Philippines and Filipino Americans in mourning the passing of former Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert F. del Rosario, Sr. Our sincere condolences to his wife, Gretchen, their children and family members. …