Philippine-American Association of Madison & Neighboring Areas
PAMANA has established a social services economic relief fund to assist members, Filipinos in Madison and the neighboring areas, FilAm families affected by calamities in the Philippines, and other individuals who and communities with Filipino connection that are undergoing immediate challenges and financial hardship.
| Criteria | Loss / Reduction in Income | Loss / Damage of Residence | Death In The Family | Victims of Abuse |
Catastrophic Events |
| Who qualifies | Current paid member | Current paid member Past member Filipinos non-members living in Wisconsin |
Current paid member |
Current paid member Past member Filipinos non members living in Wisconsin |
USA current paid member USA past member USA Fil-Am not living in Wisconsin Philippines Humanitarian / Non-Profit Organization in the Philippines |
| Application | YES | YES | YES by self or member nomination | YES by member nomination | YES |
| Documentation Needed | YES | No, but needs verifiable evidence | NO | NO | No, but needs verifiable evidence |
| Amount | Minimum $200 | Minimum of $200 | Sympathy Card, Flowers or Memorial Contribution. Amount determined on a case-by-case basis | Minimum of $200 | No more than $500 per individual. No more than $1,000 per organization. |
Donations contributed to the Social Services Relief Fund will be used to respond to local, state, and out-of-state needs in the Philippines or emergencies. The funds are overseen by the Social Services Committee following a board-approved annual budget. Assistance is awarded based on a set criteria and fund availability. All applications are reviewed by volunteer application reviewers.
If you wish to contribute to the PAMANA Social Services Funds, DONATE HERE. Your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed under the present law of 501(c)(3) organizations. On the donation page click the button "Social Services" on the Donation Designation.
Read the PAMANA Application Form Instructions.
Download the fillable PAMANA Economic Program Application Form in MS Word.
Email or mail completed application with all documentation to:
PAMANA Social Services Committee
PO Box 5013
Madison, WI 53705-0013
Submit your application by email.
Volunteer reviewers sign a Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure Statement. Read here.
About the PAMANA Social Services
It is the mission of the Social Services Committee to provide assistance to any individuals and/or organizations supporting Filipino-Americans or Filipinos for charitable causes.
About the PAMANA Social Services Program Presentation
Questions? Contact PAMANA.