LEAD Filipino

LEAD Filipino is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Filipino American communities through comprehensive educational and civic engagement programs in San Jose, CA. Since 2015, the organization has provided critical services designed to build grassroots leadership, increase civic participation, and foster community action among students, adults, and families. LEAD Filipino specializes in educational programming that develops leadership capacity within the Filipino American community, offering technical assistance to individuals and organizations seeking to strengthen their advocacy efforts. The organization distributes thousands of dollars in financial assistance annually to low-income community members, removing barriers to opportunity and economic stability. Through its multi-faceted approach, LEAD Filipino advances civil rights, racial equity, and economic justice with direct connections to Filipino American experiences and concerns. The organization works with hundreds of students and families each year, providing the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary for meaningful participation in public policy development and public service. Operating from a foundation of social justice principles, LEAD Filipino advocates for fair access, equitable representation, and service to the common good. The organization's mission centers on increasing Filipino American involvement and representation in civics, public policy, and government service through the transformative power of education and knowledge generation.