Welcome to the Filipino Community Organization of the Monterey Peninsula (FCOMP)!
We’re glad you’re here. This guide gives you an easy overview of what the organization is, how it works, and how you can be involved. Please take your time to read the entirety.
1. What FCOMP Is All About
FCOMP was founded in 1954 to bring Filipinos, Filipino‑Americans, and friends together. Our mission is to:
- Build strong community relationships
- Support social, cultural, and educational activities
- Celebrate Filipino heritage
- Provide a safe and welcoming community center at 629 Pearl Street, Monterey, CA
As stated in our Constitution, our purpose is to “promote wholesome social and educational activities… and foster community relationship and understanding among Filipinos and Americans.”
2. Membership
Full Membership Open to Filipinos, Filipino‑Americans, their families, and friends who support our mission. Applicants must be sponsored by a current member and approved by the Executive Board.
Associate Membership For individuals who don’t meet full membership requirements.
Dues
- $25 per year (single)
- $40 per year (couple) Membership runs January–December.
Members in Good Standing Those who have paid dues and any assessments.
3. Leadership & Structure
FCOMP is led by an Executive Board, elected every two years. Officers include:
- President
- Vice President
- Secretary
- Treasurer
- Assistant Treasurer
- Auditor
- Business Manager
- Parliamentarian
- Two Sergeants‑at‑Arms
- Three Members‑at‑Large
The Board oversees meetings, finances, activities, and the overall direction of the organization.
4. Meetings
Regular membership meetings are held every other month: January, March, May, July, September, November. A quorum is 20% of the membership.
Special meetings may be called when needed.
5. Activities & Fundraising
Members are divided into three groups, each led by a director. These groups rotate responsibilities for regular activities. Major fundraising events are supported by everyone.
Attendance for major fundraising activities is required, and absences may require paying the cost of one ticket. Waivers may be approved by the Executive Board.
6. Member Benefits
Members in good standing receive certain benefits, including support for families during a member’s passing.
Lifetime Members (25 years of continuous membership) and past presidents who became disabled during their term are exempt from dues.
7. Use of the Community Hall
Full members in good standing may rent the hall for personal family events. A rental fee and cleaning fee apply, and members must sign a standard rental contract and be present during the event.
8. Non‑Profit Commitment
FCOMP is a non‑profit organization. No member or officer may profit from the organization’s funds or assets. All funds must support community programs, activities, and the maintenance of our hall.
9. A Message to All Members
FCOMP thrives when everyone participates. Our organization has lasted more than 70 years because members showed up, volunteered, and supported one another. Today, we continue that tradition.
Your involvement — attending meetings, helping with events, volunteering, fundraising, or simply being present — keeps our community strong. It’s part of our shared responsibility to protect our hall, preserve our culture, and make sure future generations have a place to gather.
We grow when we all take part.
We stay strong when we support each other.
We honor our heritage and community by staying involved.
