TOFA dinner hosted by philanthropist, Atty. Loida Nicolas Lewis with TOFA founder Elton Lugay, Resident host Boy Abunda, 2022 TOFA honorees and friends. NEW YORK CITY: There was unmistakable excitement as the honorees shuffled in, the piano played, and the mayor strode to his seat. A first in history for any sitting NYC mayor to attend a Filipino event.On September 16, The Town Hall was luminous with New York City dignitaries and exemplary Filipino Americans celebrating the 12th The Outstanding Filipinos in America (TOFA) awards with their families and friends.

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