08/24/2026
An open letter of gratitude to our PNA NY members, supporters and collaborative partners
There is a beautiful word, in Filipino that embodies the spirit of gratitude. The word is PASASALAMAT. It translates to recognizing the goodness we receive and, in turn, paying it forward.
We hoped that our gratitude for our members, partners, and collaborators was felt in every moment of the celebration at our Annual PNA NY Membership Appreciation Picnic last Saturday.
We are deeply and sincerely grateful for everyone’s unwavering support, generous partnership, and relentless commitment to seeing our organization grow and succeed.
Our members are at the heart of everything we do, and it was our privilege to pause, celebrate, and honor them.
We hope that the picnic gathering reminded everyone how much they are valued, appreciated, and cherished. Our accomplishments are not the work of one person or one team, they are the result of a community that believes in our mission and a family that continues to show up for one another.
To everyone who joined us, we thank you for celebrating with us. Your presence made the occasion even more meaningful and memorable.
And to our incredible team of leaders and volunteers who went above and beyond to make the picnic a success, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your dedication, hard work, and teamwork truly embody what makes our organization special.
As we continue this journey together, may we carry the spirit of pasasalamat (gratitude) in all that we do. We are truly grateful for how far we have come, and hopeful and excited for all that we will accomplish together.
With a grateful heart, thank you for being part of our PNA NY family. 💙🇵🇭
Laarni
President, PNA NY
Photo credits: Gats Roland Gatilao, Lolit Compas, Aiam Santarina