TOFA HONORS THIS YEAR’S PRESIDENTIAL VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARDEES

THE Outstanding Filipinos in America (TOFA), an organization that honors the achievements of Filipinos in the USA, named the 2023 Presidential Volunteer Service Awardees during the recent awarding ceremony at the Triad Theater in New York City.

Founded by New York-based journalist Elton Lugay, TOFA acknowledged the prestigious recognition of remarkable individuals who rendered their talents and skills, expertise, and wisdom in diverse community events around the United States.

The distinction was acknowledged by the office of The White House in Washington, D.C.

This year’s recipients included senior creative manager Angelene Coronel, worker Richie Garcia, special education teacher Deirdre Levy, public health expert Rachelle Peraz Ocampo, civil rights advocate Clifford Robin Temprosa creators Dennis Almario Chris Labaco, Jonathan Maravilla, Erwin Pajarillo, Relucio Dominating the roster were artists and performers Arianne Aldecoa, Denise Kara Almario, Bernice Bernabe, Eric Celerio, Marga Empress, Manilyn Gemproso, Asia Guzman, Melody Himarangan, Erno Hormillosa Jr., Gene Juanich, Hansel Mendoza, Morris Montilla, Marcus Oche, Bobby Ramiro, Ellis Young, Hannah Zapanta, Anthony Atienza Atienza, a graduate of Bachelor of Arts in Music Production from the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), recalled that he was surprised by the recognition. He thought he was just only attending the affair. “I feel honored and blessed to receive this award. It continues to motivate and inspire me to constantly give back to the community.”

Since residing in the US since 2021, he sang in Filipino restaurants, to include Kabayan and Kusina Pinoy Bistro. Atienza was the opening act of some biggest celebrities’ concerts, such as Morissette Amon, Marcelito Pomoy, Erik Santos, Gary Valenciano, and KZ Tandingan Read full story on manilastandard.net

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